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NextEra and Dominion in Talks for Massive Merger
The two American energy giants are reportedly discussing a tie-up that could create a behemoth valued at over $400bn. The deal comes amid a sharp rise in electricity demand, driven by data centers linked to AI.
May 18, 2026 at 12:51 pm IST
Dino Polska's Appetite, Ferragamo's Misstep
Dino Polska and Syensqo are surging after reassuring updates. By contrast, Salvatore Ferragamo is being punished by the market, while semiconductors and miners are sliding on profit-taking, weaker metals, and rate jitters.
May 15, 2026 at 01:41 pm IST
Siemens AG Misses Estimates but Reassures with Strong Order Intake
The German industrial conglomerate reported mixed quarterly results. While revenue and industrial profit fell short of expectations, a sharp increase in orders confirms the strength of the company's backlog. The stock traded slightly higher in morning sessions.
May 13, 2026 at 02:10 pm IST
Adecco Sinks Despite Solid First Quarter Performance
The recruitment specialist reported quarterly results that beat expectations, bolstered by the momentum of its flagship Adecco brand. While the group continues to gain market share, gross margins remain under pressure and are expected to trigger downward revisions to consensus estimates.
May 13, 2026 at 02:09 pm IST
Merck in robust health, Adecco left out in the cold
Quarterly earnings reports continue to roll in, marked by a mix of upgraded guidance and immediate market sanctions. Merck and Intertek are supporting the indices, buoyed by robust demand and takeover prospects, while Adecco has dropped sharply as analysts grow concerned over structural costs.
May 13, 2026 at 01:44 pm IST
Infineon raises its annual outlook, lifted by AI-driven demand
The German semiconductor maker posted higher quarterly results and raised its targets for 2026. It is benefiting from the boom in AI-focused data centers, while order intake in automotive is showing signs of improvement.
May 06, 2026 at 12:28 pm IST
UniCredit Beats First-Quarter Expectations and Raises Full-Year Targets
Italy's second-largest bank posted a record quarterly profit, supported by income from its strategic investments despite lower rates. At the same time, UniCredit is pressing ahead with its push on Commerzbank.
May 05, 2026 at 12:19 pm IST
X-FAB Silicon Foundries weighed down by automotive sector, buoyed by growth technologies
The semiconductor foundry reported declining results for the first half of its fiscal year, hit by weakness in the automotive market. However, X-FAB continues to benefit from the ramp-up of technologies related to electrification, data centers, and advanced industrial applications.
April 30, 2026 at 01:00 pm IST
Lectra weighed down by slowing equipment sales in Q1
The specialist in technology solutions for the textile industry saw its revenue and profitability decline in the first quarter of 2026 amid a tense geopolitical and commercial backdrop. However, the group highlighted the growth of its recurring revenue and an increase in its order book.
April 29, 2026 at 01:11 pm IST
Peugeot Invest sells its stake in Immobilière Dassault for 74.7 million euros
The French investment firm continues its asset rotation strategy with the sale of its 19.8% stake in Immobilière Dassault to Groupe Industriel Marcel Dassault. The transaction is set to bolster its financial flexibility and marks its progressive divestment from the real estate sector.
April 29, 2026 at 01:05 pm IST
Explainer: Why is France's debt rated lower than the USA's?
U.S. debt is higher than France's. Yet the United States gets stronger credit ratings. In reality, markets do not judge countries solely on the level of debt, but on their ability to carry it, finance it, and remain credible.
April 27, 2026 at 02:41 pm IST
Nordex catches a tailwind, Sainsbury heads into a downdraft
Europe's equity markets are getting a lift from the green energy sector, led by a spectacular jump in Nordex. By contrast, a barrage of negative calls is washing out hopes for Sainsbury, Mycronic and NCAB.
April 27, 2026 at 01:27 pm IST
L'Oreal shines, BioMerieux loses momentum
Earnings season is in full swing: L'Oreal is radiant following a record first quarter, while STMicroelectronics electrifies the market by announcing a major return in demand. Conversely, BioMerieux and Sainsbury plunge into the red following guidance revisions.
April 23, 2026 at 01:45 pm IST
STMicroelectronics turns up the power, Royal Unibrew wakes up with a hangover
Puig jumps on takeover rumors involving Estée Lauder, while Theon International and STMicroelectronics benefit from brighter prospects. Royal Unibrew, meanwhile, collapses after its love affair with PepsiCo ends, and AB Foods disappoints by announcing the costly spin-off of Primark.
April 21, 2026 at 01:43 pm IST
Siemens Energy: An overpriced success story?
Born from the spin-off of the Siemens conglomerate, Siemens Energy has emerged as one of the most compelling European equity stories in recent years. Driven by the energy transition and the surge in electrical infrastructure requirements linked to AI, the group is benefiting from a powerful narrative tailwind. However, after such a meteoric rise, the question of valuation is now taking center stage.
April 16, 2026 at 01:52 pm IST
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