The pound is an unexpected beneficiary due to investors’ concern about political shifts outside Britain. Since last Friday, Sterling has climbed against all of its 31 major peers. Global markets were thrown into turmoil as traders reappraised populist movements and… Read More ›
Month: November 2016
Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Plc looking to change its name
Wanting to break away from its past image, Valeant has hired a new CEO, has revamped its board of directors, and is looking forward to settling its debt. William Ackman told CNBC that Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Plc, is likely to… Read More ›
Hyperloop One to have another funding round in early 2017
According to a feasibility study, if Hyperloop One were to connect Stockholm with Helsinki, the trip would take roughly 30 minutes. Using current transport systems you will have to take a ferry overnight through the Baltic. Hyperloop One’s founders have… Read More ›
Alibaba’s Single’s Day sales whizz pass $5 billion in 1 hour
Analysts expect the event to rack up $20 billion in sales this year, up from $14 billion last year. Chinese e-commerce giant, Alibaba Group Holding Ltd has made the stunning disclosure that it racked up more than $5 billion in… Read More ›
Asian Countries Face Potential Threats by Trump’s Win
Not just for Chinese growth, but the entire Asia region, Donald Trump’s election as U.S. president poses significant new risks for the Chinese economy just when China’s economy seemed to be stabilizing, The reason: the president-elect campaigned on a policy… Read More ›
Frankfurt move over Brexit being Considred by Goldman Sachs: Report
As Goldman Sachs tries to secure access to the European Union market when Britain leaves the bloc, it is considering shifting some of its assets and operations from London to Frankfurt, reported CNBC quoting three people familiar with the matter…. Read More ›
Labour laws could tilt towards pro-business under Trump
Trump sailed through smoothly even in heavily unionized states such as Michigan, which is home to United Auto Workers (UAW). With the Republicans controlling both houses of the Congress as well as the Presidency, it wouldn’t be surprising if they… Read More ›
Pfizer weighing options to sell or spin-off its consumer health division
Pfizer, one of the most prolific companies in the M&A market this year, has been toying with this question since some time. Many drugmakers have opted to streamline their varied portfolios so as to manage them better and boost profitability…. Read More ›
Goldman Sachs considering shifting its base of operations from London to Frankfurt – Sources
Goldman Sachs is carefully weighing its options vis-a-vis Brexit. Once Brexit negotiations begin there could be more clarity on the terms of the divorce which in turn could allow it to take a meaningful decision. As per 3 independent sources,… Read More ›
As Cash Flow Cues Recovery, Big Oil Looks Past Profit Crunch
The answer to the question “what’s the difference between income and cash flow?” to any oil-company accountant and they’re likely to say income makes the headlines, cash pays the bills. There’s a nub of truth there even though it may… Read More ›