Under the WTO’s dispute settlement process, holding consultations is the first step. It is not clear whether the U.S. will agree to such a request. As per a source in the Japanese government with direct knowledge of the matter at… Read More ›
Regulations & Legal
Carlos Ghosn, Renault SA’s CEO, to step down before the end of his term
Carlos Ghosn will continue to be the CEO and chairman of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance. On Thursday, as per a report from the Financial Times, Renault SA’s CEO Carlos Ghosn is likely to step down from the post before the end… Read More ›
Comcast places $65 billion in it bid for Fox Inc’s media assets
Comcast’s all cash offer may not go down well with Fox’s biggest shareholder, the Murdoch family, since accepting the deal would force it to potentially pay a multi-billion dollar capital gains tax. In a move that has essentially sparked a… Read More ›
Martin Sorrell’s departure from WPP leaves the advertising giant in a hazy mess
Although rumors of a 3-way split are doing the rounds, analysts from Goldman Sachs opine, given the preference of clients who choose ad agencies with integrated services over others, divestments and sales of assets are unlikely to be considered in… Read More ›
Domino’s Pizza Group’s CFO leaves company for greener pastures
No reason was given for Rachel Osborne’s departure from Domino’s Pizza Group. The U.S. group was however quick to take control of the flow of conversation by stating that the company was on track to meet its guidance outlook for… Read More ›
Britain’s Financial Conduct Authority closes investigation into life insurer Scottish Widows
The investigation into the Scottish Widows was brought to an end due to “insufficient basis for taking any enforcement action”. On Tuesday, Britain’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), its financial markets regulator, disclosed it has closed its investigation into Scottish Widows… Read More ›
Ticket Resale Industry Targeted By FIFA Before The World Cup
Football fans are being duped by ticket resellers, say FIFA just days before the football World Cup is set to begin in Russia. “Secondary ticketing” is a big business. According to news reports, the business is estimated to be worth… Read More ›
The EU will act against U.S. tariffs on aluminum and steel: Angela Merkel
In an unusual combative move, here is what German Chancellor Angela Merkel said after the G7 summit in Canada. German Chancellor Angela Merkel voiced regret vis-a-vis U.S. President Donald Trump’s abrupt decision to withdraw support for a G7 communique. On… Read More ›
Argentina To Get $50 Billion Loan From IMF
$50bn would be given to Argentina as debt to spruce up its debacle economy by the International Monetary Fund, However, the IMF board still needs to pass the three-year agreement. Following the local currency of Argentina hitting record lows on… Read More ›
Regional security at threat, if Iran cornered: Iranian parliamentary speaker Ali Larijani
Although Ali Larijani’s posturing is aimed at Iran’s domestic population, it assumes significance due to its geo-economic ramifications. On Friday, Iran’s parliamentary speaker, Ali Larijani, said security in the Middle East could be threatened if Tehran was cornered by Saudi… Read More ›