Thomas Barnet

Engie Raises EUR3bn to Finalize Acquisition of UK Power Networks

The energy group has completed a capital increase of nearly EUR3bn to help finance the acquisition of British distributor UK Power Networks. The French state did not participate in the transaction, which was carried out via an accelerated private placement at EUR28 per share.

March 02, 2026 at 07:28 am

Cabasse Files for Judicial Reorganization

Facing mounting financial difficulties, French company Cabasse has filed for judicial reorganization with the Montpellier Commercial Court.

March 02, 2026 at 07:26 am

Hapag-Lloyd suspends transits through the Strait of Hormuz and introduces a war surcharge

The German shipping group is halting passages through the Strait of Hormuz, officially closed amid the conflict in the Middle East, and is announcing a surcharge for Gulf-related cargo.

March 02, 2026 at 07:25 am

Oil prices soar against the backdrop of war in the Middle East

Crude prices jumped on Monday, driven by the intensifying conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran. Markets fear a prolonged disruption to supply, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz, a key bottleneck for global hydrocarbons trade. The prospect of a supply shock is also reviving inflation risks.

March 02, 2026 at 07:21 am

Exosens, via Photonis, Secures Major Contract with the US Army

Photonis Defense, the American subsidiary of Exosens, has won an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with the US Army, with a potential value of up to $352.6 million.

March 02, 2026 at 06:41 am

Engie Raises 3 Billion Euros to Finalize UK Power Networks Acquisition

The energy group has completed a capital increase of nearly 3 billion euros to help finance the acquisition of British distributor UK Power Networks. The French state did not participate in the transaction, which was carried out via an accelerated private placement at 28 EUR per share.

March 02, 2026 at 05:40 am

TP (Teleperformance) Appoints Jorge Amar to Revitalize the Group Through AI

The global customer experience leader posts slightly positive organic growth for 2025 despite a challenging environment. The group is preparing for a governance transition and continues its pivot toward artificial intelligence.

February 27, 2026 at 07:07 am

TP (Teleperformance) Appoints Jorge Amar to Revitalize the Group Through AI

The global customer experience leader posts slightly positive organic growth for 2025 despite a challenging environment. The group is preparing for a governance transition and continues its pivot toward artificial intelligence.

February 26, 2026 at 06:00 pm

Technip Energies Rewards Shareholders After a Record Year

The group posted record revenue and EBITDA in 2025, driven by LNG and its technology activities. Despite a decline in net income, it is increasing its dividend by 18% and announcing a new share buyback program.

February 26, 2026 at 03:05 pm

ETF: put momentum in your portfolio

This week, the focus is on an equity index built around the European stocks with the strongest upward trends, overweighting high-momentum names and underweighting those losing steam, to amplify favorable phases while accepting higher volatility: the MSCI Europe Momentum Index.

February 26, 2026 at 03:01 pm

Spanish gem Indra Sistemas impresses again

Indra Sistemas shares are up over 10% on the Madrid stock exchange after it published very strong 2025 results. The Alcobendas-based company, a specialist in defense, air traffic control systems and digital services, is on track to exceed the targets set in its 2024/2026 plan.

February 26, 2026 at 09:51 am

Schneider Electric Quells Doubts and Sets a New Record

Schneider Electric may not be Nvidia, but among major French stocks, it is perhaps the most sensitive right now to investment in the artificial intelligence ecosystem. As a result, its results are closely watched. The company's fourth-quarter 2025 figures have everything needed to reassure the market, especially after a disappointing 2025 on the stock market, which followed two very strong years.

February 26, 2026 at 09:44 am

Sopra Steria Meets Target Range Amid Challenging Environment

After a year marked by a difficult environment, Sopra Steria closes out 2025 in line with its objectives. The group returns to organic growth in the fourth quarter (+1.8%), posts a sharp increase in net profit, and proposes a higher dividend of €5.30 per share.

February 26, 2026 at 08:04 am

Casino Reports Nearly Stable Activity in 2025 as Refinancing Awaits

The struggling retailer posts a symbolically higher revenue in 2025. The fourth quarter marks a turning point for Cdiscount, while convenience store brands hold up in a mixed consumer environment.

February 26, 2026 at 07:50 am

Technip Energies Rewards Shareholders After a Record-Breaking Year

The group posted record revenue and EBITDA in 2025, driven by LNG and its technology activities. Despite a decline in net profit, it raised its dividend by 18% and announced a new share buyback program.

February 26, 2026 at 07:41 am

Engie Acquires UK Power Networks for £10.5bn and Raises Targets

The French energy group has taken control of the leading electricity distributor in southeast England to secure regulated revenues and accelerate its development in networks. Jefferies hails "a long-awaited catalyst." Meanwhile, despite a slight decline in annual results, Engie is raising its ambitions for 2028.

February 26, 2026 at 07:26 am

Engie Acquires UK Power Networks for £10.5 Billion and Raises Its Targets

The French energy group has taken control of the leading electricity distributor in southeast England to secure regulated revenues and accelerate its development in networks. Jefferies hails "a long-awaited catalyst." Meanwhile, despite a slight decline in annual results, Engie is raising its ambitions for 2028.

February 26, 2026 at 05:58 am

Zonebourse Corporate Earnings Calendar: February 26, 2026

February 25, 2026 at 04:44 pm

SSE to Acquire 25% Stake in French Explosives Group EPC

EPC Group and Société Suisse des Explosifs have entered into exclusive talks to merge their activities in civil explosives and drilling-blasting operations.

February 25, 2026 at 07:44 am

Zonebourse Corporate Earnings Calendar: February 25, 2026

February 24, 2026 at 04:41 pm

Citrini Research's prophecy rocks Wall Street

You've probably never heard of Citrini Research. It's one of many finance publications hosted by Substack (though it is one of the more popular ones, it should be said). Citrini pulled off a clever stunt yesterday by publishing a fictional study on what artificial intelligence could cause in the near term. The market panicked.

February 24, 2026 at 09:40 am