
Thomas Barnet
Journalist
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 02:27 pm IST
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 01:14 pm IST
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 08:15 pm IST
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 04:47 pm IST
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 04:43 pm IST
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 04:07 pm IST
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 03:01 pm IST
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 01:52 pm IST

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 01:01 pm IST
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 12:58 pm IST
Hapag-Lloyd suspends transits through the Strait of Hormuz and introduces a war surcharge
The German shipping group is halting passages through the Strait of Hormuz, officially closed amid the conflict in the Middle East, and is announcing a surcharge for Gulf-related cargo.
March 02, 2026 at 12:55 pm IST
Oil prices soar against the backdrop of war in the Middle East
Crude prices jumped on Monday, driven by the intensifying conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran. Markets fear a prolonged disruption to supply, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz, a key bottleneck for global hydrocarbons trade. The prospect of a supply shock is also reviving inflation risks.
March 02, 2026 at 12:51 pm IST
Oil prices soar as the Middle East war intensifies
Crude prices jumped on Monday, driven by the escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Markets fear a lasting disruption to supply, especially in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global hydrocarbon trade. The prospect of a supply shock is also reviving inflation risks.
March 02, 2026 at 11:34 am IST
Engie Raises 3 Billion Euros to Finalize UK Power Networks Acquisition
The energy group has completed a capital increase of nearly 3 billion euros 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 28 EUR per share.
March 02, 2026 at 11:10 am IST
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