International News
Credit Bank of Moscow eurobond sale greeted by strong demand
Russia's second-largest private bank successfully tapped global debt markets this week, via the sale of a heavily over-subscribed issue.
Trade talks to continue next week in Washington
US and Chinese officials will meet next week in Washington to continue talks on trade in an attempt to secure a final deal that will put an end to the current tensions.
Credit Bank of Moscow Eurobond sale greeted by strong demand
Russia's second-largest private bank successfully tapped global debt markets this week, via the sale of a heavily over-subscribed issue.
Hellman & Friedman and Blackstone win over Scout24 for €5.7bn
Hellman & Friedman and Blackstone have won over Scout24 on Friday after they raised their bid to $6. 4bn including debt.
US open: Stocks open higher as US-Sino relations remain in focus
US stocks opened higher on Friday as investors considered the prospect of more Sino-US trade talks next week.
Fingerprint Cards revenue almost halves
Fingerprint Cards released its year-end report on Friday, reporting a fall in revenue to SEK 1. 54bn (£130m) for the 12 months to 31 December, from SEK 2. 97bn a year earlier.
Next Games confirms downsizing plans
Next Games has concluded consultation proceedings on its staff structure, it announced on Friday, as part of the review of its operational cost structure and the streamlining of its operational model.
PepsiCo surprises with lowered guidance
PepsiCo warned investors on Friday that earnings looked set to fall in its current trading year as it looks to up its investment into its products.
US-China trade talks split without resolution
Trade talks between the US and China that were aimed at averting the imposition of new tariffs in March have broken up without reaching a resolution.
US pre-open: Stocks to nudge up as trade talks set to resume next week
US stocks looked poised to eke out small gains at the open on Friday as investors considered the prospect of more Sino-US trade talks next week.
Facebook could face record fine over privacy violations
Facebook is reportedly negotiating a settlement with the US Federal Trade Commission over the data breach on 87m of its users that could result in a record fine on the social media company.
Asia report: Markets lose steam after US retail sales
Markets in Asia ended the week on a sour note, taking their lead from Wall Street, which was on the back foot overnight after a serious decline in American retail sales.
Spain calls snap general election for 28 April
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Friday called a snap election for 28 April after the government’s budget draft was rejected by parliament on Wednesday.