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Berkshire Hathaway Posts Strong Profit Amid Economic Doubts

03 May 2026 - Conglomerate reports higher first-quarter operating profit and record cash, navigating mixed economic signals.

Abel Charts Berkshire Hathaway’s Future Course

03 May 2026 - New CEO Greg Abel assures shareholders of prudent investment and bureaucracy-free management at annual meeting.

PacifiCorp Wildfire Liability Eased by Court Ruling

03 May 2026 - Berkshire Hathaway utility gains legal reprieve in ongoing Oregon, California wildfire lawsuits.

Lazard Profits Soar on Strong Asset Management

03 May 2026 - Lazard Sees Significant First-Quarter Profit Boost Amid Active Markets

Coinbase Hails Breakthrough in US Crypto Legislation

02 May 2026 - Landmark stablecoin reward compromise struck, paving the way for clearer U.S. cryptocurrency regulation.

NatWest Profits Up, Cuts UK Economic Outlook

02 May 2026 - NatWest posts strong Q1 profit, significantly downgrades UK economic outlook and housing market.

Cboe Streamlines Operations Amid Strong Earnings

02 May 2026 - Exchange operator announces 20% global workforce reduction alongside impressive quarterly performance.

Glencore Veteran Leads Sumitomo’s Ambatovy Nickel Divestment

02 May 2026 - Former Glencore Nickel Head Jason Kluk Leads Consortium Acquiring Sumitomo's Ambatovy Stake.

Central Banks Divide as Oil Markets Roil, Tech Posts Mixed Results

02 May 2026 - Central bank divisions deepen as oil surges and tech earnings offer mixed signals.

Biotech M&A Set for Bumper 2026

02 May 2026 - Drugmakers accelerate pipeline acquisitions, driving first-quarter deal values to an $84 billion high.

AIG Curbs Private Credit, Reassuring Investors

02 May 2026 - Insurer's Finance Chief Details Reduced Exposure Amid Market Scrutiny, Boosting Shares.

Ares Posts Record Fundraising Amidst Credit Scrutiny

02 May 2026 - Global alternative asset manager defies sector headwinds, reporting strong institutional demand and $30 billion raised.

Purdue Pharma Re-emerges as Nonprofit Entity

02 May 2026 - Former Opioid Manufacturer Knoa Pharma Shifts Focus to Addiction Treatment After Bankruptcy

UK Mortgage Approvals Defy Expectations Amid Resilience

02 May 2026 - British Lenders Report Strong March Figures Despite Broader Economic Headwinds

Sabadell Completes TSB Sale to Santander

02 May 2026 - Spanish lender finalises divestment of British bank, booking significant capital gain and dividend.

Sabadell Finalises TSB Sale to Santander for €3.3 Billion

01 May 2026 - Spanish lender completes UK banking arm divestment, securing capital gain and special dividend.

US Narrows Small Business Lending Bias Rules

01 May 2026 - Regulations will require fewer banks to collect sensitive demographic data from borrowers.

ECB Holds Rates Amid Iran War Inflation Fears

01 May 2026 - European Central Bank holds key rates as Iran conflict fuels inflation and economic jitters.

Omaha Meeting Marks New Berkshire Era

01 May 2026 - CEO Greg Abel leads Berkshire Hathaway's annual meeting, navigating growth challenges and investor scrutiny.

Middle East Conflict Rattles ASX Ahead of Confession Season

01 May 2026 - Rising energy costs, interest rate hikes, and global tensions pressure Australian corporate earnings.

US Inflation Puzzle Challenges Global Equities

01 May 2026 - Persistent American inflation and a robust economy clash with market expectations for rate cuts.

Australian home prices growth slowed further in April with falls in Sydney and Melbourne as rate hikes and uncertainty hit. Expect a further slowing

01 May 2026 - National average prices edged up 0.3% in April, with Sydney and Melbourne experiencing declines.