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MPs call for inquiry into how RedBird Capital is funding £500m Telegraph deal
A group of parliamentarians has requested an investigation into the financial sources behind a significant acquisition of a major media outlet, citing concerns over possible foreig...
Read Full Article →Trump claims rare earths deal 'done' with China
The agreement between the United States and China could influence global markets by potentially stabilizing supply chains and affecting prices in industries reliant on rare earth e...
Read Full Article →Oxford Instruments shares sink as it sells quantum business to US firm
Oxford Instruments' decision to transfer its quantum division to a California company in a £60 million transaction reflects a strategic effort to enhance financial performance and...
Read Full Article →Energy services giant returned to profit before $1bn takeover
Prior to its acquisition valued over $1 billion, the Aberdeen-based energy company achieved a pre-tax profit of $4.4 million and generated numerous employment opportunities during...
Read Full Article →Buyout firms circle corporate intelligence firm G3
Private equity groups are nearing an agreement to acquire a substantial portion of a corporate intelligence company led by Sir John Sawers, highlighting the firm's growing appeal i...
Read Full Article →Trump confirms China trip after 'very good' call with Xi
The scheduled visit to China highlights ongoing efforts between the two countries to negotiate terms that could impact global markets and address existing economic tensions.
Read Full Article →US-Boeing deal over 737 Max crashes ‘morally repugnant’, says lawyer for victims’ families
Boeing’s $1.1 billion settlement with the US Department of Justice resolves legal actions related to two fatal 737 Max crashes, involving significant compensation to victims’ famil...
Read Full Article →US-Boeing crashes deal 'repugnant' - lawyer for victims' families
Boeing has agreed to a $1.1 billion settlement to resolve legal claims related to two deadly crashes that resulted in 346 fatalities, avoiding further criminal charges.
Read Full Article →Simon Jack: Tariff relief for UK but new clock ticking on US deal
The potential expiration of the UK-US agreement by early July could lead to a significant increase in steel tariffs, affecting trade costs and financial planning for related indust...
Read Full Article →Steven Bartlett: Dragons’ Den star signs the ‘biggest deal of my life’
Steven Bartlett has made a significant financial commitment by acquiring a substantial equity stake in the Los Angeles-based technology company Stan Store, marking an important inv...
Read Full Article →Trump agrees to extend EU trade talks after 50% tariff threat
The agreement to prolong negotiations between the United States and the European Union could influence future trade policies and tariffs, potentially affecting economic relations a...
Read Full Article →Britain and Europe are moving beyond Brexit. Now for the real trade-offs
The recent agreement between Britain and Europe marks a practical shift, yet both parties need to address upcoming economic challenges to fully adapt to changing international mark...
Read Full Article →Consortium led by RedBird Capital agrees to buy Telegraph for £500m
The acquisition of the Telegraph for £500 million by a group led by RedBird Capital marks a significant investment, resolving prolonged uncertainty about the publication's ownershi...
Read Full Article →FTC drops case over Microsoft’s $69bn Activision Blizzard acquisition
The abandonment of the legal challenge allows Microsoft to finalize its significant investment in the gaming industry, potentially impacting market dynamics and shareholder value i...
Read Full Article →London Spirit £144m sale nearly done, insists MCC chief
A consortium of American technology companies is close to finalizing a deal to acquire a near half ownership in the London Spirit cricket team, reflecting a significant investment...
Read Full Article →Centrica: British gas owner to sell stake in North Sea gas field to Ithaca Energy
Centrica’s agreement to transfer nearly half of its interest in the Cygnus asset to Ithaca Energy is expected to generate approximately £215 million, impacting its overall investme...
Read Full Article →Bankrupt DNA testing firm 23andMe to be purchased for $256m
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals’ acquisition of a consumer genetic testing company for $256 million during bankruptcy highlights a significant investment in genetic data assets, promptin...
Read Full Article →Struggling DNA testing firm 23andMe to be bought for $256m
The acquisition of 23andMe by Regeneron for $256 million highlights a notable investment in the genetic testing industry while ensuring continued commitment to safeguarding consume...
Read Full Article →Starmer hopes to banish ‘battles of the past’ with EU reset deal
The proposed agreement aims to strengthen economic and security partnerships with Europe, which could have important financial implications but may also reignite longstanding polit...
Read Full Article →UK-EU trade talks in ‘final hours’ ahead of landmark summit
The outcome of the ongoing negotiations between the UK and the EU could significantly influence trade tariffs, investment flows, and economic relations, impacting businesses and ma...
Read Full Article →BT nears deal to sell TNT Sports stake to Warner Bros Discovery
BT is close to finalizing an agreement to transfer its ownership interest in TNT Sports to Warner Bros Discovery, potentially ending its participation in sports broadcasting rights...
Read Full Article →Trump touts 'record' Boeing-Qatar Airways deal
The agreement with the state-owned carrier represents a major commercial transaction that could help Boeing strengthen its market position and drive significant revenue growth in t...
Read Full Article →UK dismisses Chinese concerns on trade
The UK’s agreement with the US aims to enhance trade opportunities and lower tariffs, potentially boosting economic activity while maintaining balanced relations with major global...
Read Full Article →'I can get my Christmas tree order' - firms give sigh of relief at tariff truce
Companies are progressing with their shipments as the agreement to lower import duties improves expectations for trade conditions and overall market stability in the coming months.
Read Full Article →The biggest 'deals' of Trump 2.0 so far
The recent agreements associated with Trump’s administration have had substantial economic implications, influencing trade policies and impacting markets through new tariffs and re...
Read Full Article →Who blinked first? How the US and China broke their trade deadlock
A confidential discussion held at the IMF facilitated a breakthrough in negotiations, leading to a tariff agreement that both the United States and China regarded as financially ad...
Read Full Article →US and UK expected to announce deal to reduce tariffs
The anticipated agreement between the US and UK to decrease import taxes could potentially enhance trade efficiency and impact economic relations by lowering costs for businesses a...
Read Full Article →Deliveroo agrees £2.9bn takeover by US rival DoorDash
The acquisition of Deliveroo by DoorDash for £2.9 billion includes significant financial benefits for employees and founders, with payouts totaling over £230 million combined from...
Read Full Article →Shell weighs BP takeover bid
A potential acquisition of BP by Shell could reshape the oil and gas sector by creating a significantly larger entity with considerable market influence and financial resources.
Read Full Article →Shell reportedly weighing up merits of making move to buy BP
A potential acquisition of BP by Shell could significantly reshape market dynamics and represent one of the largest transactions in the energy sector’s history.
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