Year: 2024

Related media - News 24 hours Shares of Diageo, the renowned spirits maker behind Johnnie Walker, fell more than 10% on Tuesday after it reported its first annual sales decline since the pandemic began. By the end of the trading day, the shares had recovered some losses but still closed down 5.08%. The London-based company reported a 0.6% decline in organic net sales for the fiscal year ended June 30, attributed primarily to underperformance in Latin America and the Caribbean markets. Reported net sales fell 1.4%. Despite the overall downturn, Guinness emerged as a bright spot for Diageo. The iconic…

Related media - Breaking news PARIS — In a modest gym north of Paris, U.S. team coach Cheryl Reeve pondered what gave her team the upper hand at the Olympics. “Depth,” she mused. “No, size. 1A, 1B.” Reeve’s assessment isn’t far off the mark. With three players over 6 feet 4 inches tall and several guards around 6 feet 1 inch, Team USA boasts a significant height and length advantage over most opponents. Their depth is equally formidable; while other nations might field competitive starting lineups, few can match the talent of the U.S.’s reserves. It’s a scenario where bench…

The entitlement to familial bonds and the acknowledgment of sexual diversity are broadly accepted in contemporary society. Advocacy groups have tirelessly campaigned to enable same-sex partners to legally establish families. With the help of recent medical innovations, these couples can finally realize their aspiration of parenthood.Nonetheless, it is crucial for them to be well-informed and to obtain sufficient assistance, ranging from access to reproductive health services to attaining legal acknowledgment. Organizations such as Family Aims play a vital role in streamlining this journey by linking couples from Ukraine with knowledgeable attorneys, thereby ensuring a secure and lawful route to achieving…

Related media - Latest news Shares in Dutch company Philips rose more than 10.5% on Monday morning after it reported second-quarter earnings that beat analysts' expectations. As of 9.32am London time, the stock had seen a slight decline, up 10.45%. Philips reported a 2% increase in group comparable sales to €4.5 billion ($4.88 billion), mainly driven by strong demand in North America, while sales in China declined. The company, known for its medical devices and personal care products such as electronic toothbrushes, also saw a 9% increase in comparable orders during the quarter. Philips attributed the muted demand in China…