‘It’s Not Your Turn’: The Problem with Boardroom Appointments
Julianne Schultz reflects on the ‘jobs for mates’ culture in board appointments, arguing true meritocracy requires more than just ticking boxes. Read her insights on effective governance.
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Goldman Sachs nears 25-year European M&A market share high
Goldman Sachs is on track to secure its biggest slice of the European mergers and acquisitions market in a quarter-century, leading major deals. Discover the data behind this investment banking dominance.
Barclays promotes 118 to Managing Director
Barclays Bank has announced a significant internal promotion round, elevating 118 employees to the role of Managing Director. Discover the key names and divisions driving this strategic move.
Police recover swallowed Fabergé pendant in New Zealand
New Zealand police have recovered a valuable James Bond-themed Fabergé pendant after a man allegedly swallowed it in an Auckland jewellery store. Read the full story.
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HSBC ends chair search, Citi appoints new UK M&A heads
HSBC concludes its search for a new chair, while Citigroup reshuffles its UK investment banking leadership. Get the latest on major moves in London's financial sector.
Why 2026 is private markets' regulatory reckoning
A wave of new rules from the FCA, SEC, and ESMA is set to transform private equity and venture capital by 2026. Discover the key changes and how firms must prepare now.
Petrofac North Sea sale eyed before Christmas
Administrators Teneo target a pre-Christmas sale of Petrofac's profitable UK North Sea operations, potentially safeguarding thousands of British jobs. Read the latest on the insolvency process.
LIV Golf's 54 Acquires Polo In The Park Organiser
Global sports agency 54, famed for creating LIV Golf, has acquired Sportgate International, organiser of Polo In The Park. The deal aims to modernise and expand polo globally, targeting the Middle East and Far East. Read the exclusive details.
HSBC Appoints Brendan Nelson as Permanent Chair
HSBC names Brendan Nelson as its new permanent chair after a year-long search, a move seen as a safe but surprising temporary fix for the banking giant. Discover the details and City reaction.
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Citigroup promotes 276 to managing director globally
Citigroup has elevated 276 bankers to managing director in its latest annual promotion round, a key move in CEO Jane Fraser's strategic overhaul. Discover the regional breakdown and strategic focus.
JPMorgan promotes European ECM heads in major reshuffle
JPMorgan Chase has restructured its European equity capital markets leadership, promoting Viswas Raghavan and Dwayne Lysaght to co-heads. Discover the strategic moves shaping the bank's top-tier advisory team.
RBC hires Citi's Weissenberger for European chemicals push
RBC Capital Markets recruits senior Citigroup dealmaker Sean Weissenberger to head its European chemicals investment banking coverage, expanding its regional team. Read the full story.
Premier Miton appoints Christopher Williams as chair
Christopher Williams, a veteran banker who advised on the 2008 bank bailouts, is set to become the new chairman of asset manager Premier Miton this week. Read the full story.
HSBC Names Brendan Nelson as New Chairman
HSBC appoints Brendan Nelson as chair after a turbulent search. The move follows a major leadership reshuffle and a strategic pivot towards Asia. Read the full story.
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Future Fund CEO questioned over $20k hotel stay
Future Fund CEO Raphael Arndt faces parliamentary scrutiny over a $20,000 hotel stay for a staff member on a US 'scoping trip'. Watch the video and read the full report.
Future Fund's £20k Business-Class Hotel Scouting Trip
Australia's Future Fund faces scrutiny after spending £20,000 on a business-class trip for a former assistant to scope US hotels. Read the full investigation into the sovereign wealth fund's expenses.
Senior Exit at Newton Investment Management
Newton Investment Management sees another senior departure as its head of consultant relations leaves. Explore the implications for the firm's strategy and client relationships.
Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting arrested after tip
A tip to police led to the arrest of a suspect in the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Andrew Witty. The incident occurred outside his home in Greenwich, Connecticut.
Bidvest shareholders reject $59k Olympic expenses claim
Shareholders of South African conglomerate Bidvest have voted against reimbursing three directors for $59,000 spent on attending the Paris 2024 Olympics. Discover the details of the revolt.
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Rothschild hires Barclays European Sponsors Head
Rothschild & Co strengthens its UK investment bank with a key hire from Barclays, signalling a push in European advisory services. Discover the strategic implications.
Berenberg promotes two in major structural overhaul
German investment bank Berenberg has promoted David Janssens and Christian Gottlob to new roles in a significant restructuring of its operations. Discover the strategic moves behind the reshuffle.
China's Volvo and Polestar hit by EU 2035 petrol car ban
The EU's 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars creates a significant challenge for Chinese-owned Volvo and Polestar. Discover the strategic shifts and potential tariffs impacting these Swedish brands.
Enron Files for Bankruptcy: 2 December 2001
On this day in 2001, energy giant Enron filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the biggest corporate collapse in US history. Discover the story of fraud, ambition, and failure. Read the full analysis.
BNP Paribas hires Barclays' Rushton for infrastructure
BNP Paribas taps Barclays veteran James Rushton to spearhead its UK infrastructure finance expansion, signalling a major push in the competitive sector. Discover the strategic move.
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JPMorgan hires ex-Goldman dealmaker Biscaldi
JPMorgan recruits former Goldman Sachs managing director, Stefano Biscaldi, to lead its European financial sponsors group. Discover the strategic move shaping investment banking.
Accenture calls 800,000 staff 'reinventors' in AI shift
Global consultancy Accenture has begun referring to its 800,000 employees as 'reinventors' as it sharpens its focus on artificial intelligence capabilities and warns staff to adapt. Read the full story.
Gail's Bakery to Open 40 New Sites, Creating 500 Jobs
Gail's Bakery announces a major UK expansion, opening 40 new sites by February 2026 after creating nearly 500 jobs. The £500m-valued chain sees revenue surge to £278m.
A&O Shearman's top staff take home £43m after merger
Senior figures at the newly merged law giant A&O Shearman shared a £43.3m payout in the year following its creation. Discover the financial details and strategic implications.
Schroders appoints JPMorgan exec to head ETF strategy
Asset management giant Schroders has recruited a senior JPMorgan executive to lead its ambitious push into the competitive ETF market. Discover the strategic move reshaping its investment offering.
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Trump grants clemency in $1.6bn fraud case
Donald Trump has granted clemency to David Gentile, a private equity executive convicted for a massive $1.6 billion fraud scheme. Discover the full story behind this controversial pardon.
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