Nicolas Thomas

Commodities: Copper and lead are standing out

Copper prices were little changed on the LME on Thursday, supported by a weakening dollar, signs of robust demand in China and hopes for a de-escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran. However, the market remains cautious, pending further geopolitical news.

May 07, 2026 at 03:50 pm

Indices tumble as Iran reportedly fires on US vessel

May 04, 2026 at 02:31 pm

Universal Music to Cut Its Stake in Spotify and Step Up Share Buybacks

The music group is recalibrating its financial strategy by selling part of its holding in the streaming platform, while boosting share repurchases and maintaining its commitments to artists.

April 29, 2026 at 10:22 pm

Apple prepares for leadership transition focused on product and strategic prudence

As he prepares to take office, Apple's incoming CEO John Ternus embodies a pragmatic, hardware-centric innovation approach, contrasting with the massive artificial intelligence commitments of his competitors.

April 21, 2026 at 03:14 pm

MTU targets drone propulsion market with strategic acquisition

April 08, 2026 at 07:03 pm

MTU Targets Drone Propulsion With a Focused Acquisition

April 08, 2026 at 05:30 pm

Governance crisis at Indra: Chairman resigns

Indra's Chairman is stepping down following a conflict of interest linked to a controversial transaction. The episode underscores internal tensions and the growing influence of the Spanish state.

April 02, 2026 at 09:29 am

Governance crisis at Indra: chairman resigns

Indra's chairman is stepping down after a conflict of interest tied to a controversial deal. The episode highlights internal tensions and the growing influence of the Spanish state.

April 01, 2026 at 09:56 pm

Novo Nordisk cuts Wegovy prices to win over uninsured patients

The Danish drugmaker is stepping up its US commercial strategy as competition from Eli Lilly intensifies. It is betting on subscription offers and telemedicine partnerships to broaden access to its treatment.

March 31, 2026 at 06:14 pm

Volvo Becomes Lynk & Co's Exclusive Distributor in Europe

Volvo is stepping up synergies within the Geely group by taking over distribution of the Lynk & Co brand in Europe. The move is intended to speed up commercial development without additional investment.

March 30, 2026 at 08:51 pm

Paris and Berlin attempt to relaunch European FCAS fighter jet program

France and Germany are seeking to overcome tensions surrounding the Future Combat Air System program, weakened by industrial disagreements between Dassault Aviation and Airbus.

March 17, 2026 at 10:20 pm

Kone in talks to acquire TK Elevator for up to EUR25bn

March 17, 2026 at 01:05 am

Kone in talks to buy TK Elevator for up to €25bn

March 16, 2026 at 11:03 pm

Webuild shares slide following disappointing 2026 outlook

Italian construction group Webuild reported better 2025 results, although its outlook for 2026 disappointed investors, causing its shares to tumble, down nearly 9% by noon. Operating profit (EBITDA) rose 18% to EUR1.16bn. Annual adjusted net profit increased by 13% to EUR280m, while revenue grew by 15% to EUR13.6bn.

March 12, 2026 at 05:50 pm

Webuild shares fall after 2026 outlook seen as disappointing

Italian construction group Webuild reported higher results for 2025, but its 2026 outlook disappointed investors, sending the stock down nearly 9% by mid-session. Operating profit (EBITDA) rose 18% to €1.16bn. Annual adjusted net profit increased 13% to €280m, while revenue climbed 15% to €13.6bn.

March 12, 2026 at 05:31 pm

Rio Tinto secures $1.18bn in financing for its lithium project in Argentina

The Anglo-Australian mining group strengthens funding for the Rincon mine, set to produce battery-grade lithium.

March 10, 2026 at 10:40 pm

Glencore Weighs an Australian Listing After Merger Talks With Rio Tinto Collapse

March 09, 2026 at 07:53 pm

BP Seeks at Least $3.7bn From Venture Global After LNG Arbitration

March 06, 2026 at 08:53 pm

Bank of England creates an executive director role for monetary policy

February 24, 2026 at 09:18 pm

Pernod Ricard Considers IPO for Its Indian Subsidiary

February 18, 2026 at 11:02 pm

Investigation in France into Contaminated Infant Formula: Nestlé, Danone, and Lactalis Under Scrutiny

February 16, 2026 at 11:27 pm