Vienna and Warsaw bourses hold deal talks
Co-operation or merger would unite principal equities trading hubs in central and eastern Europe, linked to Prague, Budapest and Ljubljana FT.com – European companies…
Financing unit lifts VW in Spain and Italy
German carmaker sees a rise in the proportion of purchases backed by its own division as local banks in the crisis-hit eurozone nations withdraw FT.com – European companies…
Mecom warns as ad revenues drop further
Publisher blames Dutch economy for decline in advertising revenues at its local businesses, which account for almost two-thirds of its revenues FT.com – European companies…
Universal wins rights to Jay Z label
World’s largest music company wins battle for rights to distribute artists under Roc Nation label, including J Cole, Rita Ora and Rihanna FT.com – European companies…
Abandoned oil discoveries enjoy revival
A ombination of high oil prices, better technology and generous tax breaks make it economic to lift deposits that were previously ignored FT.com – European companies…
Telecom Italia: embryonic talks
With several obvious potential obstacles to a possible deal for 3 Italia with Hutchison Whampoa, investors are right to be cautious FT.com – European companies…
EU life insurers not at risk, says study
Study contradicts industry warnings on Solvency II rules and will strengthen the hand of the EU commissioner who has argued complaints were overstated FT.com – European companies…
Chinese thirst for formula spurs rationing
Rampant Chinese demand for foreign-made baby milk has forced UK and Australia grocers to limit sales to two tins of infant milk formula at a time FT.com – European companies…
Europe wobbles on green energy costs
If an upcoming vote on propping up the emissions trading system fails, it will be seized upon by carbon pricing opponents around the world FT.com – European companies…
Tele2 seeks European acquisitions
Nordic telecom operator admits it refused to consider rival offers during a four week exclusivity period with VTB FT.com – European companies…
