Tuesday 16 - 17:00
Shares in Germany’s Commerzbank fell on Tuesday below the value implied by UniCredit’s ongoing takeover offer, marking a shift in market sentiment as the bidding process enters its final stages. The Italian banking group UniCredit launched a hostile bid for Commerzbank on May 5, triggering weeks of trading activity in which the......
The European Parliament is set to vote this Tuesday on the trade agreement reached in 2025 between the European Union and the United States, a crucial step for the future of transatlantic economic relations. Negotiated amid significant trade tensions, the agreement provides for the elimination of most tariffs imposed within the European Union......
Germany has officially rejected an offer from Italian banking group UniCredit to acquire shares in Commerzbank, reaffirming its support for the German lender’s independence and long-term strategic development. The decision was announced by Germany’s state finance agency, which argued that the proposal did not provide sufficient......
Daimler Truck has announced the creation of a dedicated defence business unit as part of a broader strategy to expand its role in the military and security vehicle sector, supported by a substantial multi-million-euro investment program. The German manufacturer confirmed that its global defence-related activities will now be consolidated......
European Central Bank policymaker Joachim Nagel has cautioned that inflationary pressures in the Eurozone are likely to remain elevated even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens in the near term, highlighting the ongoing risks linked to global energy markets. Nagel noted that any improvement in oil supply conditions would not immediately translate......
France could potentially withdraw from the Franco-German Main Ground Combat System (MGCS) tank program, according to statements made by the chief executive of German defense company Rheinmetall, Armin Papperger. The comments have raised fresh concerns about the future of one of Europe’s most ambitious joint defense projects. Speaking......
The German manufacturer BMW takes a significant step in its electrification strategy with the unveiling of the BMW M Concept Neue Klasse. Revealed for the first time at the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans, this concept car embodies the future direction of electric sports models from the BMW M division. Through this presentation, BMW clearly......
Germany’s economic recovery is expected to remain weak and gradual, as high energy and commodity costs continue to pressure growth, according to the country’s economy ministry. In its latest monthly report, the ministry indicated that the German economy is likely to expand only modestly in the coming months. It warned that industrial......
Mercedes-Benz is strengthening its presence in the defense and security sector with a broader range of specialized vehicles presented at Eurosatory 2026. The company is positioning civilian platforms as adaptable solutions for government, military, and critical infrastructure protection missions. The strategy reflects growing demand for modular......
In response to the rising threats posed by drones and the rapidly evolving security challenges on the continent, the German automotive manufacturer Mercedes-Benz and the startup Tytan Technologies have announced a strategic partnership aimed at designing a new generation of mobile defense systems.The agreement, formalized at the Berlin International......
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced that his government will introduce a series of new reform proposals in the coming months as part of efforts to address long-standing structural challenges in the country’s economy and public administration. Speaking in the Bundestag in Berlin, Merz emphasized the urgency of implementing......
Morocco ranked second in Africa for electric vehicle sales in 2025, with 5,500 units registered, according to data covering continental EV trends. The country accounted for 22% of Africa’s estimated 25,000 electric vehicles sold during the year, placing it behind Egypt and ahead of South Africa. The figures reflect a rapidly expanding......
Opel has repositioned the Astra as a multi-powertrain compact car designed to cover the full transition spectrum in Europe and markets such as Morocco. The model now spans 100 percent electric, plug-in hybrid, hybrid, and diesel versions, reflecting a strategy built on flexibility rather than rapid full electrification. The approach targets......
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At the Heart of the 2026 World Cup
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GITEX Africa: The New Frontiers Of African Innovation
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Les Impériales Week 2026: Under the Theme “Daba or Never”
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Iran under the lens
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AFCON 2025: Morocco at the heart of African football
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