Posts by Liam Redmond
Pernod Ricard considers listing its India business
The company also owns domestically-produced brands, such as Blenders Pride and Royal Stag whisky Published Thu, Feb 19, 2026 · 07:52 AM [MUMBAI] Pernod Ricard, the maker of Absolut vodka and Chivas Regal whisky, is considering a listing of its Indian business, sources with knowledge of the matter said. The French drinks company is speaking…
Read MoreTelstra dials up buyback as interim profit tops estimates, narrows annual outlook
Published Thu, Feb 19, 2026 · 07:22 AM AUSTRALIA’S Telstra Group’s half-year profit beat estimates on Thursday, supported by its mobile business segment and cost control, while tightening its earnings forecast for fiscal 2026 and increasing its share buyback. After lifting prices across most mobile plans in July last year, Telstra has pursued earnings growth by refocusing on core…
Read MoreHermes buyers ask US appeals court to reinstate Birkin handbag class action
The plaintiffs’ lawyer said that Hermes’ sales practices amount to “quintessential anticompetitive conduct” Published Thu, Feb 19, 2026 · 07:16 AM [WASHINGTON] A trio of Hermes shoppers has asked a US appeals court to reinstate their lawsuit accusing the French luxury house of illegally forcing buyers to spend thousands of dollars on its products before…
Read MoreEmerging-market bonds poised for ‘very strong run’ after years of outflows: Aberdeen
Drivers include the improved credit ratings of these economies and potential Fed rate cuts [SINGAPORE] Emerging-market bonds are trading at historically attractive levels and could be headed for a period of “very strong performance” after years in the doldrums, said Siddharth Dahiya, global head of emerging-market debt at Aberdeen. Real yields – the inflation-adjusted return…
Read MoreHow to invest in the Year of the Fire Horse
Investors should be prepared to ride the momentum wherever it unfolds in 2026, and change horses when necessary [SINGAPORE] Matters of the Chinese zodiac are not the forte of this column, but the popular narrative in the market is that the Year of the Fire Horse will embody themes such as dynamism, momentum, transformation and…
Read MoreMeta’s Zuckerberg denies at LA trial that Instagram targets kids
Published Thu, Feb 19, 2026 · 06:54 AM [LOS ANGELES] Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Wednesday repeatedly said during a landmark trial over youth social media addiction that the Facebook and Instagram operator does not allow kids under 13 on its platforms, despite being confronted with evidence suggesting they were a key demographic. Mark Lanier,…
Read MoreUS banks build tokenised deposit network to guard their turf
The full service is expected to be available for customers of the banks involved in the fourth quarter Published Thu, Feb 19, 2026 · 06:47 AM [NEW YORK] US banks, including Huntington Bancshares, First Horizon and M&T Bank, are working to build a tokenised deposit network as financial firms fight to stay relevant amid the…
Read More7 unpopular truths about startup growth nobody posts on LinkedIn
If you spend five minutes on LinkedIn, you would think startup growth is a clean, upward chart powered by mindset, morning routines, and one bold pivot. In reality, your Slack is quiet, your CAC is creeping up, and you are wondering if you are the only founder not “crushing it.” You are not. After working…
Read MoreA Full Guide To Practical Funding Methods For Expanding Your Brand
Scaling a brand is an exhilarating phase. You’ve found your product-market fit, the customers are asking for more, and the opportunity is staring you right in the face. But there is one universal hurdle that separates vision from reality: cash flow. You can’t grow an empire on revenue alone, especially when you have to pay…
Read MoreTime Efficiency As a Lifestyle: Habits That Fuel Long‑Term Success and Purpose
People frequently think of time management as a technique to get more work done with fewer resources or to get teams to do more tasks. But teams that do well see time in a different way. For them, being efficient doesn’t mean doing more; it means working together to do the most important things. It’s…
Read MoreMark Zuckerberg testifies in L.A. trial over claims social media makes kids addicted
Meta Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg made an extended, pugnacious appearance in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Wednesday, defending his company from the witness stand against a lawsuit that alleges social media harms children. The Meta boss appeared in a dark suit and gray tie, his signature chestnut curls slightly mussed, darting occasional nervous looks…
Read MoreMoney Advice for Young CEOs Who Are Trying to Build a Business
Are you starting a business young? The good thing about doing this is that the experience is probably going to come with a strange mix of confidence and constraint. Why? It’s because you will most likely be spending your days making decisions that shape your company’s very future, all the while still dealing with personal…
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