Corporate Finance
Prada’s Power Play: Analyzing the Billion-Dollar Versace Acquisition and What It Signals for the Global Economy
Prada’s acquisition of Versace for $1.38bn, a discount from its 2018 sale, signals a major shift in luxury M&A, the economy, and investment strategy.
The Hamper Economy: What a School’s Christmas Generosity Teaches Us About Modern Investing and Economic Resilience
A school’s Christmas charity offers profound lessons in economics, ESG investing, and the financial value of human and social capital for business leaders.
Sweet Ambition: Why Candy Kittens’ Acquisition of Graze Is a Masterclass in Modern M&A
Candy Kittens’ acquisition of Graze from Unilever signals a major shift in the CPG market, highlighting corporate divestment and the rise of challenger brands.
Beyond the Tinsel: Unpacking the Economic Signals Behind the Weakest Holiday Hiring Since 2008
Seasonal hiring is set to hit its lowest level since 2008, a key economic indicator signaling corporate caution and a potential slowdown for investors.
Beyond the Paycheck: Why the Minimum Wage Isn’t the Economic Silver Bullet
The minimum wage is a popular but flawed tool. We explore why it places an unfair burden on business and what a smarter economic approach looks like.
WHSmith’s £12M Accounting Error: A Deeper Dive into the FCA Probe and What It Means for Investors
WHSmith faces FCA scrutiny over a £12m profit overstatement from its US business, raising questions about corporate governance and investor trust.
The $50 Billion Deal That Vanished: Inside BHP’s Failed Bid for Anglo American and the New Battle for Earth’s Resources
BHP’s failed bid for Anglo American signals a new era in mining M&A. Discover the deep strategic implications for investors and the global economy.
The Billion-Dollar Judgment: Inside the Epic Collapse of EdTech Giant Byju’s
Once India’s top startup, Byju’s faces a billion-dollar court order amid a bitter battle with creditors, marking a spectacular fall from grace.
The BBC’s Billion-Pound Blind Spot: Why Its Next Leader Must Be a Finance Pro
The BBC is a cultural icon and a global business. It’s time its leadership structure reflected this reality. A radical change is needed.
The Green Revolution on the Balance Sheet: How an Egyptian Startup is Redefining Energy, Economics, and Investing
An Egyptian green tech firm’s innovation highlights a new frontier for ESG investing, corporate finance, and the global push for a sustainable economy.
The Billion-Dollar Glitch: How a Cyber-Attack Drove Jaguar Land Rover into the Red
A crippling cyber-attack pushed Jaguar Land Rover into a £455m loss, offering a stark lesson on the immense financial risks of digital vulnerability.
Man of Steel Under Siege: Inside the Criminal Probe Rocking Gupta’s GFG Empire
Sanjeev Gupta’s GFG Alliance faces a new crisis as its Romanian steelworks is raided in a criminal probe into embezzlement, tax evasion, and fraud.