As the luxury world turned its eyes to Avignon for Louis Vuitton’s next big fashion show, Bernard Arnault was instead in Paris—facing a very different kind of audience. France’s richest man and the CEO of global luxury giant LVMH appeared before a Senate inquiry commission this week, summoned to explain his company’s use of public … Read more
TotalEnergies’ annual general meeting (AGM) was anything but quiet this year, as the energy giant once again found itself under intense scrutiny. Held this Friday, May 23, at the company’s high-security headquarters in La Défense, the event was marked by shareholder dissent, controversial board nominations, and renewed outcry over the company’s human rights record and … Read more
A silent revolution is underway in Europe’s asset management industry. As of today, May 21, 2025, new regulations from the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) are forcing investment funds to put their money—and names—where their mouths are. From this day forward, asset managers can no longer casually use terms like “green,” “ESG,” or “sustainable” … Read more
When it comes to investing in the stock market, some investors chase high-growth companies with the potential for major capital gains. Others, however, lean toward a more stable, income-focused strategy—investing in what are known as “dividend aristocrats.” These are companies that have consistently paid and increased dividends over the long term, making them an appealing … Read more
The shadow of trade war politics returned to haunt European markets on Friday as former U.S. President Donald Trump once again brandished tariffs as a negotiating weapon, sending stock markets across the continent tumbling into the red. In an afternoon post on Truth Social, Trump called for sweeping import duties—proposing a staggering 50% tariff on … Read more
The calm that had settled over global markets in recent weeks was abruptly shattered on Friday when former U.S. President Donald Trump reignited transatlantic trade tensions with a stark ultimatum: impose a sweeping 50% tariff on European Union imports unless talks yield favorable terms for the United States by June 1. The reverberations were felt … Read more
In the opulent setting of TotalEnergies’ annual general meeting in Paris, the tension was palpable. As investors took their seats and stakeholders reviewed the company’s latest performance figures, a different storm was brewing—not financial, but ethical and environmental. At the center of it all stood Patrick Pouyanné, the CEO of one of the world’s largest … Read more
As the week draws to a close, European financial markets are navigating a landscape marked by caution, contrasting signals, and sector-specific developments. Friday’s midday trading reveals a mosaic of movements — with some indices nudging higher while others retreat — all against the backdrop of evolving political, economic, and regulatory news both in Europe and … Read more
As Wall Street gears up for trading on this Friday morning, the atmosphere is one of cautious optimism mixed with a hint of uncertainty. Futures point toward a slightly uneven start: the Dow Jones Industrial Average is expected to open up by 0.18%, signaling modest investor confidence in the traditional industrial and blue-chip sectors. Meanwhile, … Read more
As the price of gold gleams brighter than it has in recent memory, many individuals are increasingly drawn to the idea of owning physical gold. Yet, for those new to this world, the questions are many: How exactly does one buy gold? What types of gold products are available? And most importantly, which form of … Read more