Thomas Barnet
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Trump Threatens Iran While Leaving the Door Open for a Deal
Donald Trump asserts that the United States will intensify its strikes against Iran and target its energy infrastructure. In parallel, Washington and Tehran are reportedly continuing quiet discussions regarding a preliminary agreement.
June 11, 2026 at 08:59 am
French Analyst Ratings: Berenberg cuts price targets on LVMH, Hermès and Kering
Berenberg is adopting a cautious stance on the luxury sector, questioning its ability 'to return to historical growth rates of 6% to 7% per year' and expressing a preference for 'absolute luxury' over 'aspirational luxury' brands.
June 11, 2026 at 02:38 am
French Analyst Ratings: Mixed views on Soitec, fresh support for Danone
Analysts are divided on Soitec, one of the top-performing Paris stocks this year. In a more traditional vein, Danone benefits from a new positive rating, while Bernstein raises its price target for Thales.
June 10, 2026 at 02:41 am
French Analyst Views: Berenberg buys Publicis, Bernstein upgrades Soitec
Berenberg initiates coverage on several advertising stocks, including Publicis with a buy rating. Air Liquide sees three price target downward revisions to account for the bonus share issue.
June 09, 2026 at 02:49 am
Intesa launches takeover bid on Banca Monte dei Paschi
Banking concentration is gaining fresh momentum in Italy. Intesa, the country's largest lender, has launched a bid for Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, backed by insurer Unipol. On Sunday, Banco BPM had urged Banca Monte dei Paschi to discuss a merger of equals.
June 08, 2026 at 02:39 am
Intesa Launches Takeover Bid for Banca Monte dei Paschi
Banking consolidation is accelerating in Italy. Intesa, the country's largest lender, has launched a bid for Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena with the support of insurer Unipol. On Sunday, Banco BPM had urged Banca Monte dei Paschi to discuss a merger of equals.
June 08, 2026 at 12:54 am
ECB: Is a rate hike certain for next week?
The answer is almost. The 25bp hike expected to be made by the European Central Bank on June 11 is the subject of a rare consensus within the Governing Council, even amongst its most dovish members. Markets have already priced this in and are looking ahead to the next move, as the eurozone lies caught between spreading inflation and mounting pressure on growth.
June 05, 2026 at 10:02 am
Is a Rate Hike a Foregone Conclusion for Next Week?
Almost certainly. The 25-basis-point hike expected on June 11 from the European Central Bank is the subject of a rare consensus within the Governing Council, even among its most dovish members. Markets have already priced it in and are looking ahead to the next move, as the eurozone remains caught between spreading inflation and mounting pressure on growth.
June 05, 2026 at 08:57 am
Partners Group Blocks Redemptions, Shares Plunge 17%
Partners Group has capped withdrawals from a European private equity fund tailored for wealthy investors, marking a significant first for the asset class since major private market players began aggressively courting private clients, the Financial Times has revealed.
June 03, 2026 at 09:44 am
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