Markets Gloomy opening on the European markets after Friday rally in the US Leading European stock indexes opened lower on Monday following a major rally on Friday across the US markets. UK trading remained closed for a bank holiday. 25/08/2025
Markets European markets turn cautiously optimistic ahead of Powell speech The majority of the main European stock markets slowly moved into positive territory after the opening bell. Investors remain cautious while watching for more news about the Ukraine peace talks and US monetary policy. 22/08/2025
Markets Pop Mart shares rise 12% as Labubu maker announces new mini doll The firm announced the launch of a new Labubu doll as the furry elf toys continue to take the world by storm. 20/08/2025
Markets Global markets mixed ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meeting Global markets await to react to US President Donald Trump's meeting with Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other European leaders on Monday afternoon and the gathering of top central banks on Friday in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. 18/08/2025
Markets European shares forge ahead after record highs on Wall Street Increased hopes for a US rate cut propel markets to fresh highs 13/08/2025
Markets World’s most indebted company, China Evergrande, delisted in Hong Kong The collapsed property giant central to China’s real estate crisis will be delisted in Hong Kong this month, highlighting the deepening turmoil in the debt-laden sector. 12/08/2025
Business Spotify announces 9% price hike for individual plan subscribers The music streaming platform announced a €1 price increase for customers on its individual plan starting from September. 04/08/2025
Markets Novo Nordisk shares plummet over 20% on weight-loss drug sale slump The firm also named Maziar Mike Doustdar as its new CEO on Tuesday, after a gloomy financial forecast spooked investors. 29/07/2025
Markets Asian markets rise, Toyota up by 14% after US tariff deal Asian shares rallied on Wednesday, with Tokyo's benchmark Nikkei 225 index up more than 3% after Japan and the US announced a deal on President Donald Trump's tariffs. 23/07/2025
Business Universal Music Group confidentially files for US stock market listing The Dutch-American firm, which represents the likes of Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish, is already listed in the Netherlands. 22/07/2025
Markets Bitcoin reaches new record high ahead of US House's ‘Crypto Week’ The price of the world’s most popular cryptocurrency has attracted the interest of institutional investors as US Congress prepares to adopt its first major crypto regulation next week. 11/07/2025
Business Nvidia hits $4 trillion making it world’s most valuable company Chipmaker Nvidia became the first public company to top $4 trillion in value on Wednesday after a two-year investor frenzy. 09/07/2025
Markets Nvidia is on track to become the most valuable company in history The value of the leading chip designer temporarily hit a new record on Thursday, briefly making it the most valuable company in history, with a market capitalisation nearing $4 trillion. Analysts predict it will soon break the record again. 04/07/2025
Markets July's seasonal magic: European stocks' summer rally revealed European stocks historically shine in July, with the EURO STOXX 50 and STOXX 600 averaging strong gains and 70% win rates. French banks like BNP and Credit Agricole, along with luxury giants, show standout seasonal strength. 03/07/2025
Markets EU pharma chief calls for European Nasdaq to boost biotech innovation The head of the EU's pharmaceutical lobby has called for the creation of a life sciences-focused stock market in Europe, modelled after the US Nasdaq, to help retain biotech innovation and investment within the region. 02/07/2025
Markets US stocks rise as investors prepare for Trump’s tariff deadline Many of Trump’s announced tariffs have been postponed and are due to kick back into effect on 9 July. 01/07/2025
Markets Oil prices rise despite fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel Markets rose slightly on news that the ceasefire appears to be holding, while oil prices also continued to climb. 25/06/2025
Markets Oil price drops, shares jump as Trump announces Israel-Iran ceasefire Stocks rose and oil prices fell on Tuesday after President Trump said Israel and Iran had agreed to a ceasefire. 24/06/2025
Markets Oil rises and Europe's markets open lower after US strikes on Iran The price of oil rose and stock markets fell as investors reacted to the US strikes against nuclear targets in Iran. 23/06/2025
Business Air Astana CEO reveals plans to boost market value Air Astana’s share prices have dropped dramatically since its IPO in February 2024. CEO Peter Foster speaks exclusively to Euronews, revealing how the passenger carrier plans to lift its market value. 20/06/2025