Coach owner to acquire Michael Kors, Versace parent in $8.5bn deal
Tapestry, the US owner of lifestyle brands including Coach and Kate Spade, said Thursday it will acquire Michael Kors parent company Capri for $8.5 billion, creating a new global fashion giant to compete with European powerhouses.
Disney streaming service sees subscribers fall again
Disney on Wednesday reported a loss for the most recent quarter, with the number of subscribers to its streaming service shrinking again, but a pledge to crack down on password sharing sent shares higher in after-market trades.
Oil prices rise to multi-month highs; mixed day for global stocks
Oil prices rose to a multi-month peak Wednesday in the wake of OPEC supply cuts while global stocks were mixed following disappointing China data.
Global stock markets slip as European banks hit
Global stocks fell Tuesday after weak trade data added to growth worries, while an Italian windfall tax on lenders saw European bank shares plummet.
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry making Netflix film of romance novel 'Meet Me At The Lake'
The film adaptation will be the fourth project under the couple's Archewell Productions company.
Stocks waver on uncertain rate outlook
Concerns about further interest rate hikes weighed on stock markets Monday even as data pointed to economic fragility in the United States and Europe -- but Wall Street eked out gains to start the week.
Royals mum as Meghan Markle celebrates 42nd birthday in private
The Duchess of Sussex shares the same birthday as the Queen Mother on Aug. 4.
Sarah Ferguson reveals 'new best friend Derek' saved her life
The Duchess of York calls her reconstructed left breast Derek.
Amazon and Apple beat earnings forecasts as they polish AI skills
Amazon and Apple on Thursday reported earnings that topped market expectations, aiming for even better days ahead with the help of artificial intelligence (AI).
Stocks markets extend losses on US credit downgrade
Major stock markets mostly slid further Thursday as traders moved out of riskier assets after Fitch stripped the United States of its top credit rating this week.
Stock markets mostly drop, dollar firms
US and European stock markets mostly fell on Tuesday as investors reacted to macroeconomic data and corporate earnings, while the dollar firmed.
Sarah Ferguson dishes royal secrets on avoiding conversations, leaving parties early
The Duchess of York also taught Meghan Markle how to properly curtsy to Queen Elizabeth II.
Ford raises 2023 profit outlook but sees bigger EV loss
Ford lifted its full-year forecast Thursday after quarterly earnings nearly tripled on strong vehicle pricing in conventional autos that offset losses in electric vehicles (EV).
European stocks rally, Wall Street slumps on interest rate concerns
Stock markets had a mixed showing Thursday as European indices rallied while Wall Street slipped on concerns over interest rates.
Liverpool Investment Zone to deliver 4,000 jobs and boost medical innovation in North West England
Liverpool Investment Zone aims to boost medical innovation, creating 4,000 jobs with £320 million private investment, solidifying its position in life sciences.
Unlocking Success: Mark Denniston's Journey from School Dropout to 7-Figure Entrepreneur
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Meta earnings beat market expectations as ads revive
Facebook parent Meta on Wednesday beat market expectations for quarterly earnings, powered by a reviving digital ad business.
Stocks tread water while dollar dips after latest Fed rate hike
Wall Street stocks tread water while the dollar dipped Wednesday after the Federal Reserve lifted interest rates and signaled the possibility of further increases.
UK and Taiwan strengthen trade ties through 26th annual trade talks and enhanced trade partnership
This significant event comes in the wake of a burgeoning trade partnership as both countries seek to expand their economic horizons.
Microsoft, Google beat earnings expectations amid AI frenzy
Tech titans Google and Microsoft announced better-than-expected earnings on Tuesday as the frenzy over artificial intelligence stokes investor excitement and breathes a new life into the sector.
Stocks advance cautiously ahead of central bank rate moves
European and US stocks mostly made cautious advances on Tuesday as investors awaited central bank rate decisions, while stimulus pledges by Chinese leaders dominated Asian trading.
Putin signs law banning sex change surgeries in Russia
It's no secret that Russian President Vladimir Putin is not a supporter of the LGBTQ community.
James Middleton is 'proud' sister Kate is 'blossoming' in royal role
The Ella & Co. founder credits his older sister for helping him gain the confidence to talk about his own battle with depression.
Uncertain outlook weighs on American Airlines shares despite blowout Q2
American Airlines reported blowout second-quarter earnings on Thursday on strong demand and lower jet fuel prices, but shares still tumbled on disappointment with the company's outlook.
Netflix adds 6 mn subscibers after password crackdown
Netflix on Wednesday said subscriptions to the media streaming service climbed by nearly 6 million in the wake of its crackdown on password sharing.
Chinese foreign minister missing for 3 weeks amid affair scandal
Prominent people in China seem to have a history of disappearing from public life for long stretches.
US stocks extend rally as bank earnings top estimates
Global stocks mostly rose Tuesday, with the Dow index in New York lodging its seventh straight gain, as solid banking earnings helped extend a market rally.
Trump reveals how he can end Russia-Ukraine war
Former President Donald Trump finally revealed how he plans to end the Russia-Ukraine war in 24 hours.
Global stocks mixed after weak China data
Lackluster Chinese economic data weighed on equity markets in Europe and Asia Monday, while Wall Street stocks extended an upward swing ahead of major earnings.
Russia seizes shares of Danone and Carlsberg subsidiaries: decree
Russia took control of shares belonging to French agribusiness Danone and Danish brewer Carlsberg, according to a decree published on Sunday.