Demands Than Defence

Britain’s national security demands more than a defence review

As the international order cracks, the nation’s capabilities must adjust to a new world

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

European defence bosses expect Trump to demand more Nato contributions

Leonardo chief executive calls for investment in region’s defence sector as well as alliances to increase competitiveness

World - Financial Times - November 7

Apple stuck it to the naysayers with better-than-feared financials, emerging iPhone 16 demand

While maintaining our wait-for-a-pullback 2 rating for the time being, we're increasing our price target to $250 per share from $240.

Business - CNBC - November 1

Is the UK spending enough on defence?

And what Trump 2.0 could mean for Ukraine.

Netanyahu fires Israel’s defence minister Gallant

Prime minister said ‘significant gaps’ had emerged over the management of the war

Business - Financial Times - November 5

Protests erupt in Israel after Netanyahu fires defence minister

Benjamin Netanyahu says there is a "crisis of trust" between him and Yoav Gallant, and replaces him with Israel Katz.

Israel PM Netanyahu fires defence minister Gallant

World - Yahoo News - November 5

Trump victory hands hedge funds $1.2bn win from bet against renewables

Clean energy shares have tumbled on fears Republican president-elect will scrap subsidies and tax breaks

World - Financial Times - November 8

Defence chief calls for more spending on military

Treasury minister Darren Jones says defence spending should rise to 2.5% of GDP, but avoids saying by when.

Why Trump’s election will not tank European defence stocks

Europe still has decades of under-investment in security to address

World - Financial Times - November 11

Israeli defence minister: No ceasefire deal with Hezbollah

World - Yahoo News - November 12

Four arrested after protests at defence firm

World - Yahoo News - November 12

The Boks and the blitz - can England keep faith in defence?

England have invested time and expertise in their new high-tempo defence. As the defeats stack up, have they got enough faith to see it through against the world champions?

£500m defence cuts as ships, drones and helicopters scrapped

Critics said the move would leave UK defence weaker, at a time of growing international tensions and after over a decade of funding pressures on the armed forces.

Defence secretary to seek 'missing' nuclear test records

Men who witnessed nuclear tests in the 1950s are demanding answers over alleged secret monitoring programme.

Eight more charged after defence firm break-in

World - Yahoo News - 4 hours ago

Action demanded over surge in illegal meat imports

The government is warned of a "foot-and-mouth" level crisis over potentially diseased meat flooding into the UK.

Moncler Revenue Falls on Lower Demand in Asia, Europe

The Italian fashion group said the results were hit by lower consumer confidence in several markets, as the luxury industry continues to grapple with a period of volatility.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

GSK cuts vaccine sales target on reduced demand

U.K. drugmaker GSK on Wednesday cut its vaccine sales guidance for the year after what it called lower-than-expected demand.

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

STMicroelectronics Cuts Outlook Again on Continued Weak Demand

STMicroelectronics slashed its annual guidance for the third time this year after posting a slump in net profit and sales, as demand for chips in cars and industrial equipment remained weak.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31

GPs demand protection from Budget tax hike

GPs are warning that a rise to National Insurance from next April could force them to cut staff.

Woman 'sickened' by demands to return flood payment

Flood compensation was offered to businesses affected by heavy flooding in 2023.

Diesel Demand in India Faces Headwinds as Economy Slows

World - Yahoo News - November 5

Wars and activism drive demand for executive security

Allied Universal has recently launched an ‘enhanced’ service as political risks rise

Business - Financial Times - November 5

Trump’s Win Prompts Spike in Demand for Lobbyists With Ties to the President-Elect

Corporations and foreign governments are offering to pay steep prices for help dealing with the unpredictable president-elect.

Business - The New York Times - November 7

Zelenskyy rejects western demands to make ‘concessions’ to Russia

Ukrainian president says Europe would be ‘suicidal’ if it forces him into a deal with Putin

World - Financial Times - November 7

Airbnb is seeing ‘strong demand trends’ — with these caveats

Airbnb Inc. on Thursday reported third-quarter sales and other demand metrics that were above Wall Street’s estimates, and the lodging platform said it was “seeing strong demand trends” for the ...

Business - MarketWatch - November 8

Babcock Results Beat Forecasts on Strong Defense Demand

The defense company—a major contractor for the U.K. government—posted higher revenue and operating profits for the first half of its financial year fueled by geopolitical tensions.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 13

Siemens Energy Lifts Outlook on Power Demand Boom

Siemens Energy raised its midterm targets as the energy company bets on a boom in global power demand helped by rising electrification, industrial decarbonization and AI applications.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 13

White House asks Congress for $100B in aid for hurricanes, other disasters

Top lawmakers plan to spend the next few weeks finalizing a bipartisan bill that fulfills at least some of that request.

Politics - Politico - 5 days ago

EU to demand technology transfers from Chinese companies

New requirements will apply to batteries but could be expanded to other green sectors

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Greeks go on general strike demanding higher pay

Ships docked at Greek ports, and railway and bus services were disrupted on Wednesday as workers joined a nationwide strike to demand higher pay.

Britvic Profit Rises on Strong Demand, Brazil Performance

The U.K. soft-drinks company said the preliminary results were due to strong demand for Pepsi and Tango, as well as improved trading in Brazil.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 3 days ago

Nvidia nearly doubles revenue on strong AI demand

Nvidia reported earnings after the bell. Here are the results.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

Carlyle drops bid for Thyssenkrupp defence unit over Berlin indecision

US firm faced government reluctance over private equity involvement in German naval vessel maker

Business - Financial Times - October 25

England’s Jess Carter insists Germany loss came at ‘perfect time’

Disorganised Lionesses conceded three first-half goals Georgia Stanway: ‘It’s a process. This is still a step forward’ Jess Carter believes England’s chaotic 4-3 defeat against Germany came at ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

Luxury, defence and construction companies hit by French tax hike

Chief executives warn that Michel Barnier’s plan will reverse Emmanuel Macron’s business-friendly reforms

Business - Financial Times - October 27

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