Epsilon Advanced Materials: The deal represents the first and largest investment ever made by an Indian company into the US electric battery industry and is expected to create 500 jobs in North Carolina, a press release said. "This investment promotes cooperation among Quad countries in securing the global supply chain for critical minerals. We are excited to have collaborated with them in this significant achievement and look forward to their success," said Karl Mehta, Chairman of the Quad Investors Network (QUIN).