Thomas Barnet

Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio Seeks to Tighten His Grip on Delfin, Main Shareholder of EssilorLuxottica

The succession of Leonardo Del Vecchio, the Italian billionaire who passed away in 2022, continues to fuel family tensions around Delfin, the Luxembourg-based holding company that holds major stakes in EssilorLuxottica and Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, according to the Financial Times.

March 06, 2026 at 11:51 am

SPIE Improves Margin, Raises 2028 Target and Announces Leadership Change

The multi-technical services group has released its 2025 results, marked by record profitability and strong cash generation. Supported by growth in Germany and an active acquisition policy, the group has raised its medium-term margin target and is preparing for a change in governance in April 2026.

March 06, 2026 at 11:28 am

Casino Outlines New Financial Rescue Offers

The retailer has published a presentation listing the proposals received as part of the adaptation and strengthening of its financial structure.

March 05, 2026 at 09:56 pm

Zonebourse Corporate Earnings Calendar: March 6, 2026

March 05, 2026 at 09:22 pm

China opts for higher-quality growth

Overnight, the opening of the National People's Congress (NPC) in Beijing marked a turning point, with the announcement of a lowered growth target and the launch of the 15th 5-year plan.

March 05, 2026 at 06:44 pm

Within the CAC 40, a 66% Gap Between ArcelorMittal and Stellantis in 2026

The CAC 40 had returned to zero for the year 2026 by the close of Tuesday’s session. The index is only the tip of the iceberg, as beneath the surface lies a massive gulf between this year’s star performer, ArcelorMittal (+35%), and the laggard at the bottom, Stellantis (-31%). Here’s a closer look at the rankings.

March 05, 2026 at 03:35 pm

ETFs to counter market volatility

Professional investors often say that periods of market volatility create opportunities. But they are also stressful times. To take the edge off, it may be worth turning to instruments that are less sensitive than others to swings. The MSCI AC Europe Minimum Volatility index was created with that aim: to identify European stocks that are less sensitive than average to market jolts.

March 05, 2026 at 02:36 pm

Galderma polishes its numbers as Nexi foots the bill

Rentokil jumps after solid results driven by North America, Campari reassures despite hurricanes in Jamaica and Galderma posts a profit surge with Nemluvio, while Nexi collapses on results below expectations, Amplifon exits the United Kingdom and DHL falls on near-zero guidance weighed on by US tariffs.

March 05, 2026 at 02:20 pm

STMicroelectronics Boosts Entry-Level Microcontrollers with STM32C5 Series

ST launches a new entry-level microcontroller. Based on a Cortex-M33 core and 40nm manufacturing technology, this new generation promises higher performance, increased memory, and optimized cost to power smart devices.

March 05, 2026 at 11:47 am

Soitec Secures Long-Term Partnership with Skyworks

The French company has signed a new agreement with Skyworks Solutions, extending an already well-established relationship.

March 05, 2026 at 11:39 am

Analyst opinions: Support for Danone, Nexans and Eiffage

In a choppy stockmarket backdrop, Danone and Nexans are benefiting from rating upgrades. Analysts also like Thales after its results, and TotalEnergies amid the oil price surge. LVMH is also getting fresh support.

March 04, 2026 at 01:57 pm

BigBen and Nacon Shares Resume Trading This Morning

Nacon, a subsidiary of the Bigben group, has been placed under judicial reorganization, as anticipated by company executives. The Lille Métropole Commercial Court has appointed Maître Hélène Bourbouloux and Maître Laurent Miquel as court-appointed administrators.

March 04, 2026 at 09:12 am

Automotive: a perfect storm for the sector?

European auto stocks are paying a heavy price for the crisis in the Middle East. The Stoxx Europe 600 index for carmakers and suppliers is down more than 2% in trading, after already shedding 4.4% the previous day. Here's why.

March 03, 2026 at 04:34 pm

Thales' Cash Generation Impresses Analysts

The defense group takes center stage this morning on the Paris Stock Exchange, as the only CAC 40 company to release its annual results. This high-quality publication, set against a favorable backdrop for the defense sector. The stock was up 3% before the market opened, ahead of the results presentation conference.

March 03, 2026 at 12:57 pm

Thales' Cash Generation Impresses Analysts

The defense group takes center stage this morning on the Paris Stock Exchange, standing out as the only CAC 40 company to release its annual results. The publication is of high quality, set against a favorable backdrop for the defense sector. The stock was up 3% before the market opened, ahead of the results presentation conference.

March 03, 2026 at 11:44 am

Corporate Earnings Calendar: Week of March 2 to March 6, 2026 Broadcom due to report

Amongst the main announcements this week, we have results published by Bayer, Broadcom, Thales, Lufthansa, Costco, MongoDB, AutoZone, Reckitt Benckiser, Petrobras and Canadian Natural Resources.

March 02, 2026 at 06:45 pm

Equinor surges on a discovery, Thales gears up and Accor empties out

Equinor has found a major field in the North Sea as Brent jumps after tensions in the Middle East, Thales and defence stocks climb on the geopolitical escalation, and Hapag-Lloyd imposes war surcharges. Accor and the travel sector tumble.

March 02, 2026 at 03:17 pm

In Paris, Five Stocks Reach All-Time Highs

On the morning of March 2, as the Paris market wavers under the impact of American and Israeli strikes against Iran, five companies have set historic records. Two are in energy, two in defense. The fifth is more unexpected.

March 02, 2026 at 03:13 pm

At the Paris Stock Exchange, Five Stocks Reach All-Time Highs

On the morning of March 2, as the Paris market wavers under the impact of American and Israeli strikes against Iran, five companies set historic records. Two are in energy, two in defense. The fifth is more unexpected.

March 02, 2026 at 02:37 pm

Strikes in Iran: European Markets Plunge as Energy and Defense Surge

European markets opened sharply lower, shaken by the airstrike carried out by the United States and Israel against Iran, which decimated much of the regime's top leadership. The military response rekindles geopolitical tensions and triggers significant sectoral shifts on the stock exchange.

March 02, 2026 at 12:22 pm

Ipsos Sells 80% Stake in Its Russian Subsidiary

The market research group has reduced its holding in Ipsos Comcon LLC to 20%, following changes in Russian regulatory frameworks. The subsidiary, which accounts for approximately 2% of global revenue, will be deconsolidated from the group's accounts as of January 1, 2026.

March 02, 2026 at 11:31 am