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Simpson Thacher Heads to Uncommon Florida Malpractice Trial Over Failed Stock Deal

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A closely watched legal battle is set to unfold in a Florida courtroom next week as U.S. law firm Simpson Thacher & Bartlett prepares to defend itself against malpractice allegations tied to a stock transaction that preceded the collapse of insurance services company Patriot National. The dispute traces back more than a decade to a …

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DOJ Challenges Maryland in Court Over Alleged Barriers to Federal Immigration Enforcement

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The U.S. Department of Justice has launched legal action against the state of Maryland, accusing it of maintaining policies that obstruct federal immigration enforcement efforts as the Trump administration intensifies its nationwide deportation campaign. Filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland’s Northern Division, the lawsuit argues that Maryland’s policies limit cooperation …

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Egypt Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged as Inflation Eases and Growth Outlook Holds Firm

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Egypt’s central bank has opted to keep its benchmark interest rates unchanged, maintaining a cautious stance as inflation shows signs of moderation while policymakers continue to monitor regional developments and their impact on the economy. Following its latest Monetary Policy Committee meeting, the Central Bank of Egypt left the overnight deposit rate at **19%** and …

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ADNOC L&S Deepens LNG Shipping Push With $900 Million Order for Four New Carriers

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Abu Dhabi-listed ADNOC Logistics and Services (ADNOC L&S) is accelerating its fleet expansion after placing a $900 million order for four next-generation liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, strengthening its capacity to serve rising global gas demand. The new vessels, each offering a cargo capacity of 175,000 cubic metres, are scheduled to enter service in 2029. …

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e& Cashes Out of Vodafone, Seals $5.95 Billion Share Sale to France’s Niel Family

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Abu Dhabi-based telecom and technology giant **e&** has decided to part ways with its investment in **Vodafone Group**, agreeing to sell its entire 16.21% shareholding in a transaction valued at around **AED 21.8 billion ($5.95 billion)**. The buyer is **Vega**, an acquisition vehicle wholly owned by the French **Niel family group**, marking the end of …

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Saudi Project Awards Surge to Nearly $8 Billion in June as Construction Dominates Activity

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Saudi Arabia’s project awards gathered strong momentum in June, with contracts worth more than SAR29.5 billion ($7.9 billion) awarded across 25 projects, making it the busiest month of 2026 by project count. While May remained the strongest month by overall value with awards exceeding SAR30 billion, June closely followed, underscoring sustained investment activity across the …

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ADX Scraps Daily Price Caps on ETFs and Futures in Push for Faster, More Liquid Trading

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The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) is set to eliminate daily trading price limits for Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and futures contracts, marking a significant change aimed at improving market efficiency and deepening liquidity. The new framework will come into force on August 3, 2026. By removing daily trading bands, the exchange intends to allow …

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ADNOC Distribution Targets African Growth With $1 Billion South Africa Fuel Network Buyout

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ADNOC Distribution has struck a definitive agreement to acquire the entire shareholding of Shell Downstream South Africa (SDSA), advancing a transaction valued at roughly **$1 billion** that significantly expands the UAE energy retailer’s presence across Africa. The acquisition, which remains subject to customary regulatory approvals, is expected to close in **2027**. Although ADNOC Distribution will …

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Supreme Court Campaign Finance Shift Could Redraw Senate Money Battle Ahead of Midterms

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A recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling on campaign finance could dramatically reshape the financial landscape of the upcoming Senate elections, potentially reducing one of the Democratic Party’s biggest advantages in several closely watched battleground states. For months, Democratic Senate candidates have amassed sizable fundraising leads over their Republican challengers. Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff, for example, …

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Blank Rome Sued After Cyberattack Exposes Personal Data of More Than 57,000 Clients

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Blank Rome has been hit with a proposed class action in the United States after a cybersecurity incident allegedly exposed the personal information of tens of thousands of current and former clients, adding the firm to a growing list of legal practices facing litigation over data breaches. The lawsuit, filed in a federal court in …

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