In a significant development, Swiss pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturer Healthcare Advanced Synthesis SA (HAS) has successfully acquired Cerbios-Pharma SA. This landmark transaction marks a pivotal moment in the European pharmaceutical landscape, emphasizing the ongoing expansion and evolution of the industry. The acquisition is backed by asset management firm 65 Equity Partners, in partnership with Singaporean investment entity Temasek Holdings Pte.
The year 2025 has marked a significant milestone for the stock market, as Hong Kong has overtaken India to become the second largest stock market globally. This achievement comes for the first time since 2021, primarily fueled by the recovery of stock prices for Chinese companies such as BYD Co. and Xiaomi Corp.
Samsung Electronics Co. continues to introduce cutting-edge technology into its products, and a recent event in Seoul showcased this commitment. The company unveiled its new line of AI-powered refrigerators that not only fulfill their primary functions but also offer unique features previously available only to Galaxy Watch users.
PetroChina Co., the leading oil and gas producer in China, has announced a 2% increase in net profit for the past year. This growth occurred despite a decline in energy prices and weakened performance in the company’s refining operations. This article analyzes the latest results from PetroChina and the key factors impacting its financial performance.
The Ministry of Finance of China has decided to allocate a substantial sum of $69 billion to four of the country's largest state-owned banks. This move is part of a broader strategy to increase the capital reserves of lenders and underscores the authorities' commitment to maintaining the health of the financial sector in the face of global and domestic economic challenges.
Chinese real estate developer Country Garden Holdings Co. has reported a significant decrease in losses for 2024. This development is particularly crucial for the company, which has faced defaults on its obligations and is actively working to engage creditors as part of its debt restructuring plan. This article will explore the factors that contributed to the reduction in losses and how the company plans to move forward.
Stocks of major aerospace companies Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo DRS have recently experienced a downturn amid discussions regarding the merger of their satellite divisions. This article will explore the reasons for this decline and the potential implications for the European aerospace sector.
Bluebird Bio Inc has seen a remarkable uptick in its share price, jumping 10.55% after the announcement of a new acquisition bid from Ayrmid Ltd. This unsolicited move, referred to as the "Ayrmid Proposal", consists of an immediate cash payout along with a potential performance-based payment related to the company's financial achievements.
The CEO of UniCredit, Andrea Orcel, has recently announced the bank's initiative to align with the European Central Bank's (ECB) requirements on reducing its Russian business operations, even exceeding some of their expectations. This move highlights the European banking sector's ongoing challenge of balancing compliance with local and international obligations.
The 21-story building known as "Ham Bank," located at the prestigious address of St. Mary Axe, 70, has become the focal point of one of the most talked-about transactions in the European office real estate market. Despite an attractive offer from investment giant Blackstone, the owner chose to decline in favor of a deal worth around £330 million (approximately $426.92 million) proposed by Nuveen. This decision reflects current trends and challenges in European real estate amidst a shifting economic landscape.
The first quarter of 2025 has become one of the most challenging periods for the cryptocurrency sector. According to analysts, crypto projects faced unprecedented threats, with criminals causing losses exceeding $1.64 billion. This figure marks a 4.7-fold increase compared to the same period last year, when losses amounted to about $348 million.
The S&P 500 Index, regarded as one of the most significant indicators of the health of the U.S. market, has experienced a notable decline. From its peak, the index has fallen by 7%, raising substantial questions among analysts and investors. This article explores the causes and consequences of this decline as well as the commentary from experts at Bank of America.
