London-based private equity fund Permira is in exclusive talks with the Qatari royal family over the sale of Italian fashion house Valentino and a decision is expected by the end of the month, four sources close to the talks said on Monday.
July 10, 2012 11:16
Xstrata to set fresh date for vote on Glencore's offer; Sources say vote likely to be set for September; Xstrata shareholders had been due to meet on July 12; Date likely at least 24 days after docs published this wk
July 9, 2012 5:00
The Gulf Arab state of Qatar is planning to issue a two-tranche Islamic bond, or sukuk, four sources familiar with discussions said on Monday, as it kicked-off investor meetings in Malaysia.
July 9, 2012 4:56
Qatar is seen struggling to cope with challenges and match expectations in the run up to FIFA World Cup 2022. Will the country manage to change the game on the FIFA field or will it be played instead?
July 8, 2012 1:19