Companies
Swiss Re first-half profit beats estimates, announces new cost cuts
The reinsurer's results were supported by stronger underwriting and lower catastrophe claims, with all business units meeting targets.
Kellogg to remove artificial dyes from all cereals by end of 2024
The Michigan-based company is accelerating its timeline to use fruit and vegetable-based colorings.
Aston Martin transfers intellectual property rights to Authentic Brands in debt deal
The automaker secured £550 million in financing through HPS, triggering threats of legal action from bondholders.
Air Baltic suspends Tallinn to London Gatwick flights for winter
The airline is adjusting its winter schedule across the Baltics to align capacity with travel patterns.
WPP shares surge following higher-than-expected half-year profits
The advertising group's share price saw its most significant increase since its 1995 initial public offering.
UK Regulators Decline to Escalate Scrutiny of Paramount Skydance Warner Bros. Deal
The UK antitrust watchdog and culture minister decided against further investigation into the proposed $110 billion takeover.
Amazon to reduce return window for 16 product categories
The company will move from a 30-day to a 14-day return period for several categories starting September 2026.
Restaurant Brands International beats quarterly earnings expectations
Burger King U.S. same-store sales rise by 8.5% as McDonald's reports slower growth
Turkey's Competition Authority grants conditional approval for A101 to acquire CarrefourSA
The merger requires the divestment of 48 stores and guarantees employee protections for three years.
SoftBank Group reports 18% fall in first-quarter net income
Net profit for the June quarter totaled 347.3 billion yen ($2.2 billion).
Türk Telekom reports 41.4 billion TL investment in first half of 2026
Revenue and net profit grew in double digits alongside expansion of fiber and mobile networks.
Persimmon shares rise as company raises full-year outlook
The UK housebuilder reported a 15% increase in pre-tax profits and a rise in home completions.
Nintendo Q1 net profit rises 53.5% to 147.4 billion yen
Strong software sales and movie revenue helped the company exceed analyst estimates despite hardware declines.
Rheinmetall lowers 2026 revenue forecast after German frigate program cancellation
The defense company adjusted its long-term outlook following the end of the multi-billion euro F-126 program.
Henkel raises sales outlook following first-half growth
The German consumer goods group reported organic sales and profit increases that exceeded estimates.
Bayer and plaintiffs seek to delay glyphosate settlement hearing in US
The joint application moves the planned August hearing to September or later as legal proceedings continue.
Commerzbank and UniCredit to Begin Talks Over Future Direction
The discussions aim to determine the step-by-step strategy for the bank's next phase.
Snap shares surge 13% following second-quarter results
The company reported revenue of $1.6 billion and a narrowed loss per share, exceeding analyst expectations.
Block Inc. Executive Discusses Product Development Speed
An executive at the payments firm said it can now ship higher-quality products faster.
Turkish Airlines net profit falls to 18.8 billion lira in first half of 2026
While sales revenue rose by 43%, the airline's total debt increased to 620.3 billion lira.
Disney exploring ad-supported free tier for Disney Plus
CEO Josh D'Amaro says the move could target price-sensitive consumers and drive subscriber growth.
Toy Story 5 drives $1 billion box office and boosts Disney’s streaming and merchandise sales
The film’s success fueled record consumer products revenue and increased viewership across the franchise on Disney+, contributing to broader financial gains in the quarter.
Uber issues lower bookings and earnings forecasts for third quarter
The ride-hailing company also announced plans to invest over $10 billion in autonomous vehicle technology.
Foxconn records highest monthly revenue in July amid AI demand
The Taiwanese contract manufacturer's July revenue exceeded 900 billion Taiwan dollars for the first time.
Majority shareholder of Kervansaray Yatırım Holding enters share transfer talks
Zeynep Tümer has begun negotiations to sell her controlling stake to Dubai-based Oasis Prime - FZCO
Vonovia reaffirms annual forecasts amid rising financing costs
The Bochum-based real estate company reported a decrease in adjusted profit for the first half of the year.
GM and SAIC Motor extend Chinese joint venture for 20 years
The partnership extension aims to focus on domestic sales and international exports despite shifting earnings in China.
Sysco stops buying iceberg lettuce from Mexico
The decision follows a cyclosporiasis outbreak in the United States linked to at least two deaths.
Novo Nordisk raises full-year profit and revenue forecasts
The Danish pharmaceutical company, maker of Wegovy, reported an 11% increase in second-quarter operating profit.
Honda rises operating profit for first time in six quarters
The automaker raised its full-year profit forecast on the back of hybrid demand and a weaker yen.