Lazard CEO: M&A Driven by Strong Forces Despite Conflict
Lazard CEO Peter Orszag highlights robust M&A momentum driven by transformative forces like AI and energy transition, despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Lazard CEO Peter Orszag highlights robust M&A momentum driven by transformative forces like AI and energy transition, despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
A Financial News journalist received recognition for outstanding reporting on London Stock Exchange Group at the State Street award ceremony.
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Edinburgh Worldwide Investment Trust admits defeat to Saba Capital, expecting Saba-backed nominees to win board control after a 17-month battle, sparking industry concern.
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Standard Chartered booked $296m in credit impairment charges in Q1, with $190m linked to the Iran war. Despite this, profit hit $2.5bn, beating estimates.
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A gang that handled over half of London's phone thefts pleaded guilty. They paid runners £300 per device, smuggling nearly 40,000 stolen phones to China.
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