Packaging giant Smurfit Kappa's shares fall 10% after WestRock merger announcement
The companies will form Smurfit WestRock — set to be one of the largest packaging companies in the world.
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Gas markets are becoming 'extremely difficult' to predict. It's a big problem for Europe this winter
As Europe races to prepare for another winter heating season, energy analysts have warned volatile markets could send prices sharply higher.
Germany predicted to be the only major European economy to contract this year as recession lingers
New economic forecasts show Germany is likely to contract by 0.4% this year.
Covid vaccine rollout begins early in the UK with new variant under watch
The National Health Service wants to avoid another "twindemic" of Covid and flu putting strain on hospitals.
Chinese electric carmakers ramp up push overseas, setting up clash with U.S., European auto giants
Chinese companies from BYD to Leapmotor launched electric vehicles for international markets while Xpeng announced plans to expand into Germany.
For Western firms, the risk of leaving Russia could be higher than staying
The window to leave Russia is shrinking. But by staying put, companies risk getting caught in a geopolitical crossfire.
G20 nations soften Russia condemnation to reach Delhi summit compromise, draw Ukraine's ire
There were fears Delhi negotiators and diplomats might not be able to broker a consensus at this year's meeting due to Russian and Chinese objections on the reference to the ongoing war.
IMF chief says new Biden-backed economic corridor should not exclude any countries
U.S. President Joe Biden and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a plan to develop a network of railways and sea routes.
Santa Barbara is the most expensive city to be happy in the U.S.
S Money converted data from a 2018 happiness study from Purdue University to find the most expensive cities to be happy in the U.S.
G20 welcomes African Union as permanent member at Delhi summit
The widely-anticipated move underscores India's wide-ranging agenda to elevate the global multilateral forum's focus on the Global South in its presidency of the G20 this year.
‘A rapidly closing window:’ Major UN report offers sobering assessment of world’s climate efforts
The fight to secure a livable future for everyone on Earth requires much more urgent climate action, according to the findings of a major new UN report.
European gas prices jump 10% as strikes get underway at major LNG facilities in Australia
European gas prices moved sharply higher on Friday as workers at Australian natural gas facilities went on strike.
What to do if your flight gets canceled: 'Use every tool in the toolbox,' says travel expert
AirHelp and The Points Guy explain to CNBC Make It the best steps to take if your flight is canceled or delayed.
EU's crackdown on Apple, Meta and others is to avoid forced breakups, top official says
Big Tech is facing tighter scrutiny in the European Union, but officials want to avoid forcing them to break up parts of the business.
Tiny ‘bubble cars’ from the 1960s are making a comeback. Take a look at the latest electric versions
The potential need for a small electric car appears to be gaining traction, as the demand for cleaner vehicles in urban environments grows.
World just endured its hottest summer on record. UN chief says ‘climate breakdown has begun’
"We can still avoid the worst of climate chaos – and we don't have a moment to lose," said UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
EU lists Alphabet, Amazon, Meta and three other tech giants as 'gatekeepers' under strict competition rules
The European Union on Wednesday unveiled a list of six designated "gatekeepers" set to come under its new Digital Markets Act.
An escalating dispute at major gas facilities in Australia could drive up European prices, analysts say
The looming threat of strikes at Australian natural gas facilities will keep global gas markets on tenterhooks, energy analysts told CNBC.
Chip design firm Arm seeks up to $52 billion valuation in blockbuster U.S. IPO
Arm was previously dually listed in London and New York, before SoftBank acquired it for $32 billion in 2016.
Mercedes and BMW want to take on Tesla. Check out their new electric concept cars
At the IAA auto show in Munich, Mercedes showed off the Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class while BMW revealed the BMW Vision Neue Klasse.
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