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French government will 'fight' against TotalEnergies’ New York listing

A move to Wall Street is not in the best interest of the French people, says Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire.

Business

OnlyFans faces probe over claims children could access adult content

UK watchdog says the video-sharing site used by sex workers lacks robust age-verification checks.

Economy

Most of Germany’s 'open door' refugees now in work

Of the refugees who arrived in 2015, 64% of them are employed. However, there are many more women who are without work.

Business

HSBC chief executive announces unexpected retirement

Noel Quinn is to step down after a tumultuous five years at the helm of the UK-based bank.

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Business

L’Occitane owner looks for clean sweep to take skin-care firm private

Austrian billionaire Reinold Geiger offers to buy up shares and take the company back into private hands to focus on "rebuilding the foundation for the long-term sustainable growth of our company".

Markets

Turkey looks towards ExxonMobile for multibillion-dollar LNG deal

As Turkey's relations with the US become easier, Ankara is looking at a change of direction from Moscow for its gas supplies.

Business

Vive la simplification: France wants to cut bureaucracy for businesses

President Macron’s government embarks on a tape-cutting crusade to support overburdened companies and boost growth.

Business

Miner Anglo American rejects BHP’s ‘opportunistic’ takeover bid

The UK miner says the €36 billion offer from its rival is ‘significantly’ too low.

Markets

Deutsche Bank makes highest quarterly profit in 11 years

Germany’s largest lender announces €1.45 billion net income for the first three months of the year.

Business

Boeing announces million-dollar losses after series of safety scandals

The aircraft manufacturer beats Wall Street expectations but still finds itself in crisis mode after a mid-flight cabin panel blowout in January.

Markets

Brewing up demand: Heineken's foaming beer sales beat forecasts

The Dutch brewer sold more beer in Q1 compared with the same time last year, with sales of premium brands doing particularly well.

Business

Italy delivers €10 million fine to Amazon over 'unfair' practices

Authorities say the firm's pre-ticking site design limits the freedom of choice for consumers.

Economy

Large properties boost Britain's housing market despite high rates

Property prices rise to a near-record level in April, although buyers seeking smaller homes still face affordability challenges.

Markets

Private equity giant CVC set to launch €1.6 billion Amsterdam IPO

CVC, which holds stakes in the Six Nations rugby and Lipton Teas, prepares to sell over 100 million shares after years of planning.

Business

No need to jump through hoops! Olympics rental boom may be over

Hoteliers and Airbnb owners in the French capital of Paris are lowering their prices ahead of this year's Olympics as supply outstrips demand.

Economy

Should European countries abolish inheritance taxes?

The "death tax" is one of the most emotive and controversial levies, but what would its abolition mean for inequality?

Economy

Scholz’s visit to China: Balancing distance and diplomacy

The German leader wrapped up a three-day visit to China this week, and trade was high on the agenda. Can the EU afford to be protectionist - and is cooperation on the cards?

Business

TSMC surpasses profit forecasts as it rides high on surging AI demand

The world’s largest chipmaker recorded a rise in first-quarter income and revenue, driven by demand for AI-related chips.

Economy

Capital Markets Union: What is it and what could it bring to Europe?

EU leaders gather in Brussels to discuss the ongoing challenge of creating a Capital Markets Union. Euronews Business explains the aims behind the plan.

Markets

ASML results spook market as sales drop below expectations

Net sales for the Dutch semiconductor firm seen as disappointing, coming in at 21.6% lower than predicted.

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