BlackRock, the world’s biggest asset manager, piled up cash thanks to increased volatility in global markets. On Thursday, New-York-based BlackRock Inc, the world’s biggest asset manager, reported a rise of its net income to $1.09 billion as its first quarter… Read More ›
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Uk-based Playtech acquires 70.6% stake Snaitech for $1.05 billion
In a strategic shift the UK-based gambling company is aiming to relocate the sources of its revenues from regulated markets in the wake of increased headwinds from lawmakers in its home market. On Thursday, Playtech, a British gambling technology company… Read More ›
South Korea to complete due diligence on GM by early May
As per state-funded Korea Development Bank, General Motors is cooperating with its due diligence efforts and more documents more are streaming in. On Thursday, South Korea stated it expects to complete its due diligence on General Motors Co’s local subsidiary… Read More ›
15 U.S. companies have reduced their tax liabilities to negative tax rates in 2017
Here is a very interesting report by the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy that is an eye opener on the ways Fortune 500 companies in the U.S. are routinely taking advantage of the U.S. tax code to boost their… Read More ›
Offices of 21st Century Fox Inc raided by officials from European Commission
The raid is linked to probable violations of EU antitrust rules. Investigators from the European Commission have carried out surprise inspections at the offices of firms linked to the broadcasting of sports events in several member states over concerns they… Read More ›
Germany is willing and ready to support battery makers: German Economic Minister Peter Altmaier
With battery technology being central to electric cars, Germany is exploring ways to boost the industry by supporting and exempting it from certain energy levies. On Tuesday, Germany’s Economy Minister Peter Altmaier said, the government is willing to support battery… Read More ›
Indonesia’s Lion Air to buy 50 Boeing 737 MAX 10 jets
At list prices the order is worth $6.24 billion, although typically airplane makers give a hefty discount to push through sales. On Tuesday, Indonesia’s Lion Air Group disclosed it would be purchasing 50 Boeing 737 MAX 10 jets worth $6.24… Read More ›
Bayer gets antitrust approval from U.S. Justice Department for its $62.5 billion acquisition of Monsanto
The combined company will control more than a quarter of the world’s seed and pesticide market. With the U.S. Justice Department giving the green signal to Bayer AG’s bid to acquire Monsanto Co for $62.5 billion deal, with both companies… Read More ›
Samsung Securities Co Ltd accidentally issues 2.8 billion shares worth $100 billion to its employees
The error, ascribed to fat fingers, has led to a public outcry. Some employees were quick to sell the shares mistakenly issued to them. South Korean authorities are investigating the incident. On Tuesday, South Korea’s National Pension Service, the countries… Read More ›
USD rises against the yen midst increase in risk appetite following Xi’s speech
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s speech wherein he has promised to open up China’s economy and cut import tariffs have eased investor concerns surrounding the growing trade conflict between the two of the world’s biggest economies. On Tuesday, with Chinese President… Read More ›