What Burberry taught me about the marketed mind
We’ve let the priorities of fashion brands and duty-free shops override those of the hapless passenger
Advertising
A ‘milestone’ moment: why economists think the global cycle of rate rises is over
The world economy is showing signs of a slowdown, fuelling investors’ hopes that inflationary pressures are easing
Central banks
German fintech Solaris struggles to raise funds to execute major contract
Europe’s largest motorist association ADAC has approached other groups to take over its members’ credit card portfolio
Fintech
Singapore banks tighten scrutiny of clients after money-laundering scandal
Customers from China in spotlight as waiting times stretch to four months to open accounts
Financial & markets regulation
Bets on energy transition spark rise in North American pipeline deals
Oneok’s $19bn takeover of Magellan reflects shifting views of future for gas vs oil
Shale Oil & Gas, Mergers & Acquisitions
UK press slams axing of Facebook News as ‘urgent threat to democracy’
Newspaper groups warn Meta that decision will hurt both the industry and society
Social Media
Daniel Křetínský nears deal to sell Le Monde stake to Xavier Niel
Sale by Czech tycoon will advance French billionaire’s ambition to put newspaper’s ownership into foundation
Mergers & Acquisitions
The risks of money-market funds need careful watching
If a financial tremor comes along, investors might flee to FDIC-guaranteed deposits
Financial & markets regulation
Long-haul holiday costs fall for UK visitors
Sterling surge helps cut local out-of-pocket bills
Travel & leisure industry
Booking accuses EU regulators of acting unlawfully in blocking Etraveli deal
US online travel site says Brussels has not shown €1.63bn acquisition of Swedish group will force rivals to close
Mergers & Acquisitions