French watchdog slaps Shein €40 million fine
French authorities have imposed a record €40 million fine on fast-fashion giant Shein after an investigation revealed the company engaged in deceptive discount practices. The [more…]
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French giant L’Oréal cuts jobs in China
L’Oréal, the world’s largest cosmetics company, is preparing for significant layoffs in its China operations, particularly targeting its travel retail division. Reports indicate that up [more…]
Decathlon faces scrutiny over alleged forced labor links in China
Your support powers our stories French sports retail giant Decathlon, known for its extensive global presence and popularity among consumers, has found itself at the [more…]
Honda and Nissan unite to stay competitive
Honda and Nissan are facing mounting challenges as their global sales either stagnated or declined in 2024, highlighting the urgent need for strategic collaboration. Honda’s [more…]
Credit Agricole gains full control of Caceis in Santander stake buyout
Credit Agricole Takes the Wheel: Santander Steps Aside in Caceis Deal In a move signaling Credit Agricole’s ambition to solidify its footing in the custody [more…]
Canal+ shakes up the French market with terrestrial TV exit
In a strategic twist, Canal+, the French media giant owned by Vivendi, is pulling its paid channels off terrestrial TV in France starting June 2025. [more…]
Equinor sharpens focus, cuts jobs, and trims renewables ambitions
In a dramatic recalibration of its renewable energy ambitions, Norway’s Equinor is cutting 20% of staff from its renewables division—a move signaling a sharper, leaner [more…]
Just Eat Ends costly Grubhub gamble
After years of trying to make it in the U.S. market, Just Eat Takeaway is finally calling it quits on Grubhub. The European meal delivery [more…]
Orange and Mastercard pioneering financial freedom in sub-Saharan Africa
In a world where borders once defined how and where we could spend our money, Orange Middle East and Africa (OMEA) and Mastercard are now [more…]
Cebu Pacific, Airbus, and Pratt & Whitney forge a $24 billion deal
In the bustling environment of the Farnborough Air Show, Cebu Pacific, Airbus, and Pratt & Whitney celebrated a landmark moment with the signing of a [more…]
