In a significant development the SEC has torpedoed two proposals which aimed to offer bitcoin exchange-traded funds, dealing a blow to market participants who had hoped the regulator would have approved the given the deal a green light since it… Read More ›
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Crocs to acquire rival Heydude for $2.5 billion
In a statement footwear label Crocs Inc said, it would acquire privately owned rival Heydude for $2.5 billion. The deal underscores an increased demand in the pandemic-led market for casual shoes. Following multiple lockdowns, consumers ditched dress shoes for more comfortable… Read More ›
AstraZeneca’s booster shot effective against Omicron: Oxford University
In a statement drugmaker AstraZeneca said, a three-dose course of COVID-19 vaccine is effective against the Omicron variant of the coronavirus, citing data from an Oxford University lab study. The results of the study, which is yet to be published… Read More ›
France will launch lawsuit against Britain against fishing licenses
In a statement French Europe Minister Clement Beaune said, France will file a lawsuit against Britain over post-Brexit fishing licences sometime in early January. He went on to add, there will be a high-profile meeting with EU representatives on January… Read More ›
Omicron Variant Forces Authorities To Impose Fresh Restrictions And Calls For Booster Dose
Surge cases of the Omicron coronavirus variant caused governments to implement fresh bans and hasten booster injections just days prior to Christmas. The surge in Omicron cases has also forced Singapore to restrict quarantine-free travel and Australia to restart its vaccine drive… Read More ›
Slower Growth Of UK Economy Then Was Initially Perceived Prior To Omicron Hit
According to new estimates, the UK economy grew at a slower rate than previously thought between July and September. As Britain emerged from lockdown, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported that the GDP increased by 1.1 per cent, rather… Read More ›
With Omicron Threatening A Recession, Consumer Morale In Germany Drops
According to a survey released on Tuesday, German consumer sentiment will deteriorate further at the start of next year, as the COVID-19 pandemic and the development of the Omicron variation push Europe’s largest economy to the edge of recession throughout… Read More ›
Russia continues to violate WTO commitments: USTR
In a statement the office of US Trade Representative said, Moscow continues to move away from commitments it made to join the World Trade Organization in 2012 citing increased restrictions in agricultural imports and import substitution policies. In its annual… Read More ›
Moller-Maersk in advanced negotiations to acquire LF Logistics for $3 billion
According to sources familiar with the matter at hand, Denmark based A.P. Moller-Maersk is in an advanced stage of negotiations to acquire Hong Kong based LF Logistics for around $3 billion. An announcement for the potential deal could be made as… Read More ›
SEC denies Apple Inc’s bid to dismiss shareholder proposal on concealment clauses on NDAs
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has denied Apple Inc’s bid to exclude a shareholder proposal that would have required Cupertino to inform investors of its use of non-disclosure agreements and other concealment clauses. The SEC’s move will mean that… Read More ›