IT WAS many years ago that I first realised how tricky French wine labels could be for beginners when a lady friend of mine insisted that Chablis tasted so much better than the “regular whites” such as Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. “Anything but chardonnay, yaar,” she said, using an expression that had become very popular in […]
Emmanuel Macron: a new hope of migrants in Europe?
Sociologists predict that Emmanuel Macron more than likely will become France’s next president. Well, he is young, successful, smart and married to his former school teacher. The chances that a 39 year old financier will replace Francois Hollande in his office are really high. According to the survey, Macron alongside with Marin Le Pen will […]
Are International Football Tournaments Worth the Cost?
With the 2016 European Championships starting in just a few days, excitement is growing all over Europe as millions of fans prepare for another year of success or heartbreak. While most will be focusing on team selections, form and managerial posturing, I thought it might be interesting to look at the financial implications of hosting […]
Investing in Crude Oil – Good Idea?
With oil prices highly volatile, many are trying to find an angle to profit from the black gold’s ups and downs. While buy low and sell high remain true maxims, there may be other ways one can win in the oil market. With the number of financial instruments available to traders, there is always a […]
The international development of Casino remains strong but the group has been struggling lately in France.
The sales of Casino in France continue to improve but the deficit remains, while the sales abroad are driving the group’s growth. That sums up the situation of the French group, 11th worldwide distributor. The general meeting of shareholders which was held this morning in Paris was an opportunity for Jean-Charles Naouri, CEO, to reassure […]
US Senate passed a resolution condemning the terrorist attacks in Paris
On January 20, 2015 the US Senate passed a resolution condemning the terrorist attacks in Paris: “Mr. McCONNELL. Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the consideration of S. Res. 29, submitted earlier today. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the resolution by title. The assistant legislative clerk read as […]
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