G20 ‘missing in action’ on fossil fuels even as it boosts green energy goals
Leaders declaration avoids critical issue of ending the use of polluting oil and gas
Renewable energy
An interventionist SEC risks a courtroom backlash
With no consensus in Congress, the watchdog is relying on judges to agree with its measures
Financial & markets regulation
Tourism: cruises remain in control despite local laments
Environmentally cleaner vessels and popularity with holidaymakers mean companies can push back against protests
Travel & leisure industry
Look out when the B-team is left in charge
Minions get a chance to shine when the boss is away, as long as they don’t muck up
Work-life balance
Mizuho seeks to break curse over foreign forays on Wall Street
Japanese lender targets US investment banking top 10 after acquisition of boutique firm Greenhill
Mergers & Acquisitions, Investment Banking
Polish zloty’s fall highlights tricky balancing act of central banks
Sell-off may serve as a warning to those considering interest rate cuts while inflation remains high
Central banks
Tennis blackout is a sign of the times
Plus, Rugby World Cup preview and an investigation into the betting groups backing top flight football clubs
Travel & leisure industry
Banker glee does not tell the whole story on Lina Khan setbacks
Settlement over Amgen $28bn acquisition shows the antitrust chief still won concessions to protect consumers
Mergers & Acquisitions
Festivals: from community gatherings to professional profit-takers
Ticket prices are on the rise as the live experience, muddy or not, has become highly prized
Travel & leisure industry
Covestro to start deal talks after Adnoc raises bid price to €14bn
Abu Dhabi state energy group improves offer for German chemical company as emirate flexes financial muscle
Chemicals, Mergers & Acquisitions