European stock markets are showing significant growth, with half of the world's top 20 markets being European. Investors are increasing their investments in Europe amid lower inflation and anticipated corporate earnings growth.
David Ellison's Paramount Skydance is the leading contender to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, despite an initial offer being rejected. The potential deal could be worth up to $74 billion, making it the largest in the media industry in the last decade.
Kering is selling its cosmetics division to L'Oreal for $4. 7 billion to reduce debt and focus on its core business. L'Oreal will acquire rights to the Gucci, Balenciaga, and other brands, as well as the perfume brand Creed.
Bank of America raised its gold price forecast to $5,000 per ounce for 2026, citing increased investment demand and geopolitical risks. This comes amid a record rise in gold prices, which have already exceeded $4,000 per ounce.
China has launched an antitrust investigation into American semiconductor manufacturer Qualcomm. The reason was a possible violation of legislation due to the non-declaration of details of the acquisition of Israeli chip developer Autotalks.
US President Donald Trump is making his second state visit to Great Britain from September 16 to 18. Meetings are planned with King Charles III, Queen Camilla, and Prime Minister Keir Starmer, as well as the announcement of economic agreements worth over $10 billion.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yulia Svyrydenko met with American businessmen in New York. Investments in defense, energy, subsoil use, and infrastructure were discussed.
Jacklyn Bezos, mother of billionaire Jeff Bezos, died at the age of 78 after a long battle with dementia. She was one of Amazon's first investors, investing nearly $250,000 in 1995.
Lithium prices and battery manufacturers' shares surged after the shutdown of CATL's key mine in Jiangxi province. This closure, which will last at least three months, affects up to 6% of global lithium production.
JPMorgan and Bank of America refused to serve Donald Trump, depriving him of millions of dollars in assets and access to services. This happened due to his key role in the events of January 6, 2021, namely the storming of the Capitol.
Elon Musk's Tesla company is experiencing a crisis in the US electric vehicle market due to high prices, lack of charging infrastructure, and decreasing demand. Analysts predict a decline in demand due to tariffs, failed deliveries, and the cessation of subsidies.
The US Congress has passed the first federal law regulating stablecoins, paving the way for wider adoption of this technology. The bill establishes federal oversight for dollar-pegged tokens and could accelerate digital payments.
Investor Warren Buffett announced the end of his career at Berkshire's annual meeting. He will be replaced by Greg Abel, vice chairman of the holding, and Buffett plans to donate almost all of his shares.
Moving iPhone production to the US will triple its cost due to labor costs and the reproduction of the production ecosystem. Apple shares fell due to concerns about duties.
Warren Buffett increased his fortune by $11. 5 billion this year, while other billionaires suffered losses due to Trump's customs rally. Berkshire Hathaway Inc. fell less than the S&P 500.
The European Union is considering retaliatory measures against the United States over Trump's new tariffs. Brussels may target American services such as banks and technology companies.
Mykola Tyshchenko declared a gift of over UAH 12 million from his ex-wife and a collection of watches. His salary for the year amounted to UAH 425,000.
