Francesco Mengalli

Reports say German insurer Allianz may make £5bn takeover bid for AA

Reports say German insurer Allianz may make £5bn takeover bid for AA

German insurer Allianz is exploring a £5 billion acquisition of AA, the roadside assistance specialist, according to Sky News. The report says Allianz is among a handful of suitors in discussions with AA’s advisers, and that private‑equity firm EQT is also in the frame. Founded in 1905 by

‘You’re at war when you get attacked’: Mark Carney displays combative streak in clash with Trump

‘You’re at war when you get attacked’: Mark Carney displays combative streak in clash with Trump

Mark Carney stood before a walnut‑veneered lectern, his expression tight, as he declared that negotiations with Canada’s largest trading partner had collapsed. “Last spring I warned that America is trying to break us so it can own us,” he said. “I promised that will never, ever happen. We