BP has announced a significant oil discovery in the Far South field of the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, reinforcing its strategic shift toward increased oil and gas production. The exploration well, drilled in Green Canyon Block 584, encountered potentially commercial volumes of hydrocarbons, marking a key milestone in BP’s offshore expansion. Following its February 2025 strategy reset, BP has scaled back renewable energy investments to refocus on traditional...

Luxury fashion house Prada has announced its acquisition of Versace in a €1.25 billion deal, bringing together two of Italy’s most renowned brands. The purchase includes 100% of Versace, previously owned by Capri Holdings, which acquired the company in 2018 for €2 billion. Versace, founded in 1978 by Gianni Versace, is known for its bold designs and distinctive patterns. Donatella Versace, who has led the brand since 1997,...

Google has announced a 71% discount on its Workspace business software for U.S. federal agencies, aiming to expand its presence in government contracts and compete with Microsoft’s dominance. The agreement, established with the General Services Administration (GSA), could result in up to $2 billion in cost savings if widely adopted. The move aligns with cost-cutting initiatives within the U.S. government, designed to streamline federal spending. Unlike previous agreements...

Apple supplier Luxshare is exploring options to shift some manufacturing outside of China, potentially to the United States, in response to ongoing tariff pressures. Despite these trade barriers, the company maintains that its profitability remains largely unaffected, as only a small portion of its finished goods are exported to the U.S. Luxshare currently operates facilities across China, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and the United States, handling assembly for select...