China needs to recognize that its gamble to help North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs in contrast to world opinion will have consequences and this U.S Administration will not shy away from taking punitive action. The Donald Trump Administration is… Read More ›
Regulations & Legal
Sycamore Partners acquires U.S. Office supplies chain Staples Inc for Rs $6.9 billion
The deal underscores Sycamore’s strategic discerning ability to pick up a healthy company from a basket of bankrupt-laden ones. On Wednesday, Sycamore Partners stated it would go ahead and acquire U.S. office supplies chain, Staples Inc for a cool $6.9… Read More ›
Google Slapped $2.7 Billion Fine By EU, IT Giant To Appeal Against Ruling
For competition abuses related to its shopping business, Google has been hit with a record 2.4 billion euro ($2.7 billion) fine. On the basis that Google manipulated its market dominance to the disadvantage of smaller competitors and European consumers, the… Read More ›
Halliburton in advanced talks to acquire Summit ESP Inc
The U.S. No. 2 oil producer is looking to fill a gap in its artificial lift business. According to sources familiar with the matter at hand, U.S. oil giant Halliburton Co is said to be in the midst of advanced… Read More ›
Sprint explores strategic partnership with Charter and Comcast
The likelihood of an agreement is high since it would ease antitrust concerns over its merger with T-Mobile. As per two sources familiar with the matter at hand, Sprint Corp is exploring a partnership with Comcast Corp and Charter Communications… Read More ›
A ‘Second Tier’ Country Now Is America, Says A Recent Report
America trails many other developed countries when it comes to health, environmental protection, and fighting discrimination, even though it leads the world when it comes to access to higher education. This was revealed in a report published by the Social Progress Imperative, a… Read More ›
Royal Bank of Scotland in the midst of a strategic downsizing
The move will see RBS cut 443 jobs as it pushes to streamline its operations and bring it in the black. Edinburgh-based Royal Bank of Scotland disclosed that as part of a strategic restructuring of its operations, it plans on… Read More ›
Tim Westergren resigns as Pandora Media’s Chief Executive
Until the company finds a replacement, Westergren will continue to hold the office. As per a Recode’s report, Tim Westergren, the founder and CEO of Pandora Media Inc, a music streaming service, has decided to step down. However, he will… Read More ›
After Supreme Court ruling, GM settles hundreds of ignition switch related lawsuits
The details of the settlement are yet to be disclosed, as they are confidential. GM’s lawyers are working with the plaintiffs’ lawyers to complete the documentation within a month’s time, after which it will begin implementing the court’s order. As… Read More ›
Eddie Bauer exploring strategic alternatives, including sale: sources
The retail sector has been ravaged by changing consumer taste and a boom in internet shopping. On Friday, U.S. outdoor gear and outerwear retailer Eddie Bauer LLC, which is trying to struggling to manage its debts, hired investment banks to… Read More ›