Thomas Barnet
Journalist
Volkswagen on a strict diet, 50,000 jobs in the crosshairs
The group's supervisory board unanimously approved a sweeping turnaround plan, including 50,000 job cuts and a slimmer model lineup. Volkswagen wants to restore competitiveness without closing plants, while preparing a deep overhaul of its European industrial footprint.
September 04, 2026 at 09:00 am
The yen rattles the stock market again
In barely two sessions, the yen has emerged as the market's most closely watched currency, propelled by a sudden reset of interest-rate expectations for the Bank of Japan. The rest of the FX market has been remarkably calm, leaving the spotlight centered on Japan's currency.
September 03, 2026 at 01:32 pm
Why Japan's Yield Comeback Is Threatening US Bonds
With Japanese yields at their highest level in 30 years, local investors are rediscovering their home market. This shift could gradually reduce their demand for US, European and Australian bonds, adding to markets' current headache. But there will be no tidal wave.
September 03, 2026 at 09:57 am
After Air Liquide, Elliott is also said to have taken a stake in Deutsche Telekom
Activist fund Elliott Investment Management has taken a stake in Deutsche Telekom, according to matching sources cited by Bloomberg, the Financial Times and Reuters. It reportedly wants the group to drop the idea of a merger with T-Mobile US and prioritize other value-creation levers.
September 03, 2026 at 07:57 am
ETFs: how foreign investors dodge the 30% US tax on American dividends
Every three months, large foreign investors shift tens of billions of dollars between two nearly identical ETFs to avoid the 30% US tax on dividends. According to Bloomberg, the maneuver saved about $147m in taxes last year.
September 02, 2026 at 10:49 am
Engie Set to Join the Euro Stoxx 50
It is a major milestone for the French energy group, whose market capitalization is closing in on €60bn. The company will join the continent's most selective index alongside Nokia, at the expense of Volkswagen and Wolters Kluwer. Luxembourg-based satellite operator SES, meanwhile, will leave the Stoxx Europe 600.
September 02, 2026 at 07:52 am
Merkur to take control of Societe Francaise de Casinos
Germany's Merkur Group has signed a purchase agreement covering 95% of Casigrangi, the parent company of the 'Le Stelsia' group and an 81.21% shareholder in Societe Francaise de Casinos. The deal, which values SFC shares at €6.19, could be finalized in the first quarter of 2027 and followed by a public tender offer and then a delisting.
August 28, 2026 at 07:45 am
OVH's CFO is leaving in five days, the stock drops 8%
OVH is down 8% this Wednesday after announcing the departure of its chief financial officer, Stéphanie Besnier, who will remain in post until August 31 and will be replaced on an interim basis. Five days of public notice and no identified successor. It is a chance to recall why the market really does not like this kind of setup at all.
August 26, 2026 at 10:47 am
Lotus Bakeries, the most expensive speculoos on the (stock) market in Europe
Lotus Bakeries shares topped the EUR13,000 mark this week to set a new record. The Belgian company is not only one of the most expensive stocks on European exchanges, it is also one of the richest-valued: 52x this year's expected earnings. That's the same multiple as names such as Robinhood, Salesforce and Dell.
August 25, 2026 at 03:36 pm
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