Shell

Swiss SMI edges up 0.12% as Roche, Novartis weigh on blue chips

Amrize and Holcim lead gains in the SMI, while Stadler Rail surges 22% on strong half-year results. US PCE inflation ticks up to 3.7%, lifting September Fed hike odds to 40%.

Markets Desk · 29 Aug 2026

M&AArticle

Shell explores $8 bln sale of U.S. chemicals assets as Exxon, LyondellBasell eye bid

Shell is seeking buyers for its U.S. chemicals operations, including the Monaca complex, with potential deals valued up to $8 billion. Exxon and LyondellBasell are among the bidders evaluating the assets.

Markets Desk · 24 Aug 2026

CompaniesArticle

M&G appoints Daiichi Life executive as non-executive director

Hitoshi Yamaguchi joins M&G’s board as part of a strategic partnership with Daiichi Life Group. The appointment strengthens ties between the insurers and takes effect in September 2026.

Markets Desk · 20 Aug 2026