Thomas Barnet
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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
Automobiles: a perfect storm for the sector?
European auto stocks are paying a steep price for the Middle East crisis. The Stoxx Europe 600 index for automakers and parts suppliers is down more than 2% in the session, after already slipping 4.4% the day before. Here's why.
March 03, 2026 at 02:18 pm
Lottomatica hits the jackpot, SMA Solar Technology catches some sun, and Schaeffler skids.
Lottomatica surprises the market, Jefferies likes Deutsche Börse, while Schaeffler disappoints with its guidance. Zurich Insurance wraps up financing for the Beazley takeover.
March 03, 2026 at 01:51 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
Gas prices surge in Europe after Qatar halts production
European and Asian gas markets are roaring higher after QatarEnergy suspended LNG production, against a backdrop of rising Middle East tensions and a blockage of the Strait of Hormuz. In Europe, electricity prices are not following the move, at least for now.
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
Equinor gushes on a discovery, Thales gears up and Accor empties out
Equinor finds a major field in the North Sea as Brent jumps after tensions in the Middle East, Thales and defense stocks climb with the geopolitical escalation, Hapag-Lloyd imposes war surcharges. Accor and the travel sector collapse.
March 02, 2026 at 01:31 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
Engie Raises EUR3bn to Finalize Acquisition of UK Power Networks
The energy group has completed a capital increase of nearly EUR3bn to help finance the acquisition of British distributor UK Power Networks. The French state did not participate in the transaction, which was carried out via an accelerated private placement at EUR28 per share.
March 02, 2026 at 11:28 am
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