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Friday, June 24, 2016

Breakingviews: The Psychological Impact of Britain’s Vote

The repercussions of Britain’s decision will affect trade and capital flows as companies and investors rethink the country’s long-term stability.

Wednesday, June 22, 2016

Breakingviews: Facebook Shareholder Vote Produces Odd Results

A vote on the company’s governance was a brainteaser that suggests that institutional investors are more inclined to tick boxes than follow their heads.

Tuesday, June 21, 2016

Breakingviews: A Departure Leaves SoftBank’s Founder Firmly in Charge

Nikesh Arora, who had been expected to succeed Masayoshi Son as SoftBank’s head, leaves the company, having made some big, bold bets on start-ups.

Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Breakingviews: A FanDuel-DraftKings Merger Might Be Worth a Chance

There would be some obvious savings from turning two daily fantasy sports sites into one big one.

Tuesday, June 14, 2016

Breakingviews: Regulator’s Plan to Rein In Trading Risks Raises Concerns

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission wants the power to see the source codes of trading firms without a subpoena, but its request is overreaching.

Monday, June 13, 2016

Breakingviews: Microsoft’s Deal for LinkedIn Raises Red Flags

The deal has a strategic logic, but its financial benefits are in short supply.

Thursday, June 9, 2016

Breakingviews: Cracks Appear in Merger of Williams and Energy Transfer Equity

Slumping oil prices have spurred questions about the deal, and Williams now says it expects to cut its dividend if the sale goes through.

Monday, June 6, 2016

Breakingviews: Hungry Start-Ups Look to I.P.O.s as Venture Capital Dries Up

Nascent technology firms risk running short on cash, but a recent revival of initial public offerings could offer them hope.

Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Breakingviews: Yahoo Chief Has Run Out of Time for a Turnaround

The best possible legacy for Marissa Mayer could turn out to be that she got a good price for Yahoo’s core business.

Saturday, November 14, 2015

Breakingviews: Chinese Overtures to Syngenta at a Time of Susceptibility

The pesticides company has reportedly rejected a $ 42 billion bid from China National Chemical Corporation, yet it looks vulnerable to a takeover.

Saturday, October 17, 2015

Breakingviews: Alibaba’s Bid for Youku Tudou Could Be Win-Win

Becoming fully absorbed into the Chinese e-commerce giant ought to improve returns for the perpetually loss-making Youku. It should also create value — not that either side is asking.

Friday, October 2, 2015

Breakingviews: Video: Supreme Court’s Business Docket Targets Class Actions

The court returns for its new term on Monday with three major class action cases already scheduled for oral arguments this fall.

Friday, September 25, 2015

Breakingviews: Video: Curing Rare-Drug Prices

The high cost of treatment for uncommon illnesses has come under attack. Will the political pushback will derail the booming industry?

Monday, September 21, 2015

Breakingviews: Volkswagen’s Scandal Similar to One Involving Libor

The revelations are reminiscent of the rate-fixing scandal, but without rogue traders to blame, VW may well find it harder to excuse itself.

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Breakingviews: SABMiller Takeover Would Shake Up Beer Industry

If successful, Anheuser-Busch InBev would complete global consolidation and lead a new round of regional disposals, spins and amalgamations.

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

Breakingviews: Changes in Credit Default Swap Market Bode Well for Transparency

While change has been slow in coming, new regulations are bringing less risk and more openness to the market.

Monday, September 14, 2015

Breakingviews: Glencore Model Is Battered, but Not Broken

Ivan Glasenberg’s mining creation has been hit by a slump in commodity prices. But the company’s mix of trading and mining is logical and robust.

Breakingviews: Glencore Model Is Battered, but Not Broken

Ivan Glasenberg’s mining creation has been hit by a slump in commodity prices. But the company’s mix of trading and mining is logical and robust.

Thursday, September 3, 2015

Breakingviews: Why Buyout Barons Like a Blank Check

A cutthroat merger scene and the success enjoyed by the likes of Martin Franklin have amplified the push for special-purpose acquisition companies.