Kotak Mahindra Bank’s Uday Kotak: ‘It is better to be stupid now than sorry later’
The decision by Asia’s richest banker to start his own business was unusual in an economy dominated by family dynasties Investment Banking
Wendel seeks further private equity deals after IK partners investment
Family-backed French firm scours market for targets as it starts managing outside money for first timeMergers & Acquisitions
Tech start-ups race to make EV battery recycling sustainable
Industry anticipates surge in disposals as first batch of electric vehicles nears end of 10-year life cycleElectric vehicles, Batteries
South Korea shoots for the stars in Asia’s space race
Seoul has big ambitions for independent launches and a GPS-like satellite networkSpace industry
Housing market downturn pushes UK estate agents to consolidate
Shrinking market offers opportunities for larger players looking to move into lettingsMergers & Acquisitions
Telecom Italia boss defends KKR deal as only way to secure group’s future
Board accepted €22bn offer for fixed-line phone and internet network despite objections from biggest shareholder VivendiMergers & Acquisitions
How Biden’s landmark climate law is transforming a small South Carolina town
Blythewood is a test case for how US manufacturing projects could affect rural economiesElectric vehicles
Market skittishness complicates central banks’ interest rate plans
Falling government bond yields loosen the tight financial conditions policymakers want to createCentral banks
Hollywood snaps back into action after actors reach deal to end strikes
Industry contending with shrinking budgets races to make up for lost time ahead of crucial season Digital Media
EY aims to shake up US audit business after ‘unacceptable’ number of flaws
Big Four firm says deficiency rate soared to 46% in annual inspectionsFinancial & markets regulation