Rio Tinto and Glencore Restart $260bn Merger Talks
Mining giants Rio Tinto and Glencore confirm preliminary talks on a potential $260bn combination. Discover why this time a deal could happen and the market's reaction.
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Rio Tinto and Glencore restart $260bn merger discussions
Mining giants Rio Tinto and Glencore confirm preliminary talks on a possible $260bn combination. Explore the market reaction, key challenges, and the strategic copper-driven rationale behind the potential mega-merger.
Glencore shares surge on Rio Tinto mega-merger talks
Shares in Glencore leapt over 8% after confirming early-stage talks with Rio Tinto about a potential merger that could create a $200bn mining giant. Read the latest on the deal.
Rio Tinto and Glencore Restart $260bn Merger Talks
Mining giants Rio Tinto and Glencore have resumed discussions over a potential $260bn merger that would create the world's largest mining company. Read the latest on the deal.
Rio Tinto and Glencore restart $260bn merger talks
Mining giants Rio Tinto and Glencore have resumed preliminary discussions for a potential all-share merger, which could create the world's largest mining company with a value exceeding $260bn. Read the full story.
UK Retail Footfall Sees Biggest December Rise Since 2011
UK retail footfall surged 1.3% in December, the strongest annual uplift for the month since 2011, driven by evening socialising. Discover the festive trends reshaping shopping.
Record 8,234 US stores close in 2025 as retail crisis deepens
A staggering 8,234 US stores shut permanently in 2025, a 12% rise on 2024. Discover which major chains collapsed and why experts say the 'retail apocalypse' is a myth.
Ellison's $40.4bn Guarantee for Paramount's Warner Bid
Larry Ellison personally backs Paramount's $77.9bn hostile takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery with a $40.4bn guarantee. Discover how this intensifies the battle with Netflix.
Kushner's Affinity Partners exits Warner Bros takeover bid
Jared Kushner's private equity firm, Affinity Partners, withdraws from backing a hostile $108.4bn bid for Warner Bros Discovery amid political scrutiny. Discover the details behind the collapsed deal.
Netflix's £62bn Warner Bros Deal After Failed Mergers
Netflix's $82.7bn acquisition of Warner Bros assets follows a string of corporate flops. We analyse the deal's promise and the legacy of David Zaslav's troubled tenure. Read the full story.
Unions Demand Block on Netflix-Warner Bros $72bn Merger
US unions call for regulators to block Netflix's $72bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, warning it will eliminate jobs, cut wages, and reduce content diversity for viewers.
Topps Tiles Buys Fired Earth Brand as Sales Slow
Topps Tiles returns to profit but sees sales growth slow. The retailer has acquired the brand and assets of collapsed rival Fired Earth in a £3 million deal. Read the full analysis.
Black Friday abuse crisis hits UK retail workers
As Black Friday begins, the Retail Trust reveals 77% of shop staff face intimidation. The charity urges shoppers to show respect with simple smiles and thank yous during the festive rush.
Dick's Sporting Goods to Close Foot Locker Stores
Dick's Sporting Goods announces Foot Locker store closures following its $2.4 billion acquisition. Executive Chairman Ed Stack calls it an 'unavoidable reset'. Read the latest updates.
Elizabeth Warren confronts Colbert's bosses on live TV
Senator Elizabeth Warren used Stephen Colbert's show to attack Paramount's new CEO, David Ellison, and question the cancellation of 'The Late Show'. Discover the full story behind the political firestorm.
Bunnings Faces Pressure to Ban Dogs From Stores
The beloved DIY chain Bunnings finds itself at the centre of a heated national debate as calls intensify to prohibit pets in stores following a series of concerning incidents. As opinions clash between animal lovers and safety advocates, we examine whethe
Government pushes through controversial takeover rules overhaul
Conservative ministers force through landmark legislation allowing faster corporate takeovers, sparking opposition fury and raising concerns about national security safeguards.
Denny's and Pizza Hut UK Restaurants Up For Sale
Two of Britain's best-known American dining chains, Denny's and Pizza Hut, are up for sale in a dramatic restructuring that could reshape the UK's casual dining landscape. The move affects hundreds of restaurants and thousands of jobs across the country.
Foreign ownership of UK firms surges 60%
Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in foreign takeovers of British businesses, with nearly 9,000 UK companies now under overseas control as global investors capitalise on post-Brexit opportunities.
Primark sales jump 7% amid retail expansion push
High street giant Primark reports impressive 7% sales growth despite inflation pressures, with major expansion plans including new Twinings partnership and US store openings.
M&S shares suffer worst day since pandemic
Marks & Spencer shares experienced their sharpest decline since March 2020 after the retail bellwether warned of weaker profits, sending shockwaves through the UK retail sector.
M&S launches major expansion with 20 new stores
Marks & Spencer announces ambitious expansion plan with 20 new stores across the UK, creating over 3,400 jobs and bringing back beloved fashion brands.
Zuckerberg Faces Antitrust Firestorm Over Meta Tactics
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg faces damning allegations as internal emails reveal ruthless acquisition strategy designed to crush competition, with former Trump advisor Pam Bondi joining the legal battle.
Carter's announces UK store closures and layoffs
Popular homeware retailer Carter's confirms sweeping store closures and layoffs across Britain, citing inflation, supply chain issues, and changing consumer habits as key factors.
Seasalt to open 30 new UK stores in major expansion
Popular Cornish fashion brand Seasalt is embarking on its biggest retail expansion yet, planning to open 30 new stores across the UK and create 350 jobs as demand for their colourful designs continues to grow.
Target CEO warns of organised retail crime surge
Target's chief executive Brian Cornell reveals escalating organised retail crime is putting staff safety at risk and costing retailers billions annually.
Target Plans Thousands of Job Cuts Amid Stagnant Sales
American retail colossus Target reveals plans to cut thousands of corporate positions in strategic cost-cutting move following disappointing sales performance and changing consumer habits.
Major retailer announces 83 store closures across UK
Another beloved high street name faces significant restructuring as economic pressures force the closure of 83 stores nationwide, putting hundreds of jobs at risk.
Kering sells Creed to L'Oréal in €3.5bn deal
French luxury giant Kering offloads perfume house Creed to cosmetics leader L'Oréal in strategic €3.5 billion deal, signalling major shift in luxury market dynamics.
Tesco Extends Dominance as Britain's Retail Giant
Tesco extends its dominance as Britain's largest retailer with strategic price cuts and digital innovation, leaving competitors struggling to keep pace in the fiercely competitive grocery sector.
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