French and Benelux stocks - Factors to watch on Friday, July 31
Here are some company news and stories that could have an impact on markets in France and Benelux or individual stocks. Credit Agricole, a French bank, posted better…
Aiyengar, a JPMorgan analyst, sees global companies turning to China in the face of volatility
Anu 'Aiyengar, JPMorgan Global Chair of Investment Banking, said that global companies are more eager to partner with innovative Chinese companies as rising economic…
Aiyengar, a JPMorgan analyst, believes that global firms are turning to China as a refuge amid global volatility.
Anu Aiyengar, JPMorgan’s Global Chair of Investment Banking, said that global?companies were increasingly keen to partner with innovative Chinese companies as rising…
Sources say that Lazard will hire McCabe, formerly of JPMorgan, to lead North American energy investment banking.
Two people familiar with the matter said that Lazard will be hiring 'Brian McCabe' from JPMorgan Chase & Co to head its energy practice in america. McCabe, an oil…
Bank of America exceeded profit expectations as trading and investment banking shine
Bank of America exceeded expectations for the first-quarter profit as increased market volatility drove revenue from equity trading to a record, and a rebound of…
Brazil's Ultrapar taps BTG for possible Ipiranga stake sale, Chevron interest reported
Two people familiar with this process said that Brazilian?conglomerate Ultrapar?has?tapped??investment banking BTG Pactual to handle the sale of a potential stake in fuel distributor Ipiranga.
The new advisory board of Inpasa, an ethanol firm, will focus on growth and development according to a member
Inpasa, a corn ethanol producer, has a new advisory board that will help the company pursue growth strategies. This could include international expansion. The first member of this board…
Sources say Glencore is close to appointing Citi for merger talks with Rio Tinto as a consultant.
Two people familiar with the matter said that the Swiss miner Glencore was close to appointing Citi as its "lead investment banking firm" for its potential acquisition of Rio Tinto…
Canada's new oil tycoon is shaking up the sector with a bold expansion plan
Canadian banker-turned-oil-tycoon Adam Waterous, an industry outsider who lives in a Rocky Mountain tourist town, not energy hub Calgary, has a plan to cement his…
As the US shutdown comes to an end, UK's FTSE100 hits a record high.
Investors welcomed signs that the long-running U.S. shutdown may be ending. The blue-chip index ended 0.1% higher and is now within striking distance of 10,000.
Santander combines digital bank with consumer finance unit in Europe
Santander, a Spanish bank, announced on Wednesday that it would merge its digital lender Openbank into its consumer finance division in Europe to streamline its structure and cut costs.
Private equity deals in Japan are set to reach a record-breaking year.
Private equity funds and advisors predict that take-private deals will reach a new record in Japan this year. They expect the total to surpass the $40.3 billion in 2023.
Egypt's EFG Hermes reports Q1 revenue down 34% from previous FX gains
The revenue of Egyptian financial services firm EFG Holding decreased by 34% annually in the first quarter due to a gain in foreign currency in the same period in 2024.
US tech and retail stocks lead the rout following Trump's tariff blow
Apple, Walmart and Nike are among the U.S. megacap tech companies that led to a global meltdown after President Donald Trump announced new tariffs. The fears about…
Trump tariffs stymie M&As and IPOs during what was expected to be a record-breaking quarter
The global trade war started by U.S. president Donald Trump, and the subsequent market turmoil, has shattered bankers' expectations for a strong start to Wall Street deals in 2018.
M&A revenues fall as Trump pursues his tariffs. Global deal activity is disappointing
The global trade war started by U.S. president Donald Trump, and the subsequent market turmoil, has shattered bankers' expectations for a strong start to Wall Street deals in 2018.
UK court orders Barrick to pay Hannam $2 Million for the Randgold merger
The High Court of London ruled that Barrick Gold Canada must pay British dealmaker Ian Hannam’s firm $2 Million plus expenses for the work he did on the acquisition by Randgold Resources.
Lazard hires Miller from Citigroup in its energy investment banking drive, sources claim
People familiar with the matter said that Lazard hired Citigroup veteran investment banker Chris Miller to lead its dealmaking efforts within the energy sector.
Financial Times - Oct 16
These are the most popular stories from the Financial Times. These stories have not been verified and we cannot vouch for the accuracy of these reports. BBC, the British broadcaster…
London's FTSE 100 continues to recover on the back of financials and corporate earnings
London stock markets rose broadly for the second consecutive session on Wednesday. Gains in financial stocks, and positive corporate earnings helped the indexes…