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The United States slows down arms deliveries to Ukraine

The White House has announced a reduction in arms deliveries to Ukraine, citing the need to put America's interests first, according to a statement released to news agencies. ...

Gilts yields soar amid concerns about Rachel Reeves' future

The UK financial markets are faltering as doubts intensify around Finance Minister Rachel Reeves. The sharp rise in gilt yields reflects investor concerns about budget uncertainties and the fragility...

Major US banks reward shareholders after successful stress tests

A week after passing the Fed's stress tests, US banks announced an increase in dividends and share buybacks. This is an additional catalyst for stocks that have significantly outperformed the S&P 500...

How did Novo Nordisk lose the US market?

With several years' head start in a market poised for exponential growth, Novo Nordisk seemed to have everything going for it. However, in just one year, the stock has lost more than 50% of its value....

Paramount pays Trump $16m to settle "60 Minutes" case

Paramount has agreed to pay Donald Trump $16m to settle an explosive lawsuit against the television program 60 Minutes. The settlement, which avoids a formal apology, marks another victory for the...

The US Senate narrowly passes the tax bill, with a final vote expected in the House

July 4 is almost here and Donald Trump is on the verge of fulfilling one of his main campaign promises. The Senate passed the tax bill yesterday by 51 votes to 50. House lawmakers must now proceed to...

Fair use: a fragile legal shield for generative AI

Legal action against generative AI is on the rise, calling into question the use of protected works. While sector defenders invoke fair use to justify their actions, the issue is still far from...

Figma unveils strong growth ahead of its IPO in New York

Figma, creator of the design app of the same name, is preparing to go public on the NYSE. The timing is right: the IPO market is buoyant, the company's fundamentals are strong, and growth accelerated...

KKR Wins Spectris with £4.7 Billion Offer, Outbidding Advent

British scientific instruments manufacturer Spectris has agreed to be acquired by U.S. private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. in a transaction valued at approximately £4.7 billion ,...

Tariffs: the July 9 deadline is fast approaching

With just a few days to go before the end of the tariff truce declared by Donald Trump, investors are waiting for the outcome and hoping for the conclusion of trade agreements. However, given the...

AstraZeneca's CEO reportedly considers listing in the United States

A possible move of AstraZeneca's listing to the US would send shockwaves through the City. The pharmaceutical group, the UK's largest company by market capitalization, could succumb to the siren call...

Bombardier: mystery customer places order worth up to $4bn

The Canadian business jet manufacturer has just announced an order from a new customer for 50 Challenger and Global jets, along with a maintenance services contract. The deal is worth $1.7bn. A...

European champions half-way through the year

It's halfway through the 2025: time to take stock of the best performers in the major European indices.

Trump suggests that DOGE investigate Musk's subsidies to save money.

It's the latest episode in our favorite series of Donald-Musk and the clash between them. After their first clash in early June, which marked the end of their relationship, both men are now at odds...

Lower rates: Donald Trump's counterproductive strategy

Donald Trump is increasing pressure on the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates massively, at the risk of undermining the institution's independence. This aggressive strategy could well backfire.

BNP Paribas acquires AXA IM despite bad news

BNP Paribas completes the acquisition of AXA IM, although the ECB dampens the celebrations. The €5.1bn deal propels the bank into the ranks of Europe's asset management giants, although the ECB's...

Robinhood takes from Americans to give to Europeans

Robinhood, the cryptocurrency exchange and trading platform, is launching a new offering: tokenized US stocks. The idea is to simplify access to the US market for European investors, while allowing...

Standard Chartered denies wrongdoing as 1MDB liquidators file $2.7bn lawsuit

Standard Chartered Bank has found itself at the centre of a fresh legal storm as liquidators for Malaysia's controversial 1MDB fund filed a $2.7 billion lawsuit in Singapore, alleging the bank...

Senate close to an agreement on Donald Trump's tax cut plan

The US Senate is engaged in a decisive battle over Donald Trump's sweeping tax plan. Despite internal divisions and criticism of its potential impact on the debt, Republicans are pushing ahead....