Commonwealth Bank's $100 million bailout for Healthscope aims to reassure the public after its parent company's collapse amid $1.6 billion debt. While hospitals continue normal operations, the crisis exposes deep vulnerabilities in Australia's private health sector, plagued by rising costs, pandemic disruptions, and funding gaps.
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3G Capital is set to acquire Skechers for $9.4 billion, taking the footwear giant private and offering shareholders a premium deal. The move keeps founder Robert Greenberg at the helm and signals bold global growth plans for Skechers amid ongoing trade and tariff hurdles.
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FinTech North's Pitch & Present Masterclass in Leeds focuses on enhancing public speaking skills, especially for women and diverse professionals. Backed by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, it seeks to foster an inclusive environment by addressing growth barriers and promoting collaboration. This initiative aims to empower individuals within the FinTech, Tech, and Financial Services sectors.
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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has disclosed the estimated petrol prices from Dangote's refinery, with sales in naira to begin in October. Prices range from N950.22 to N1,019.22 per litre across various states. The refinery adheres to the market-driven pricing framework stipulated in the Petroleum Industry Act.
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A Nigerian court has ordered Multichoice Nigeria to offer a month's free subscription to DSTV and GOtv customers. Additionally, the company faces a N150 million fine for challenging the court's jurisdiction. This follows an earlier injunction to halt tariff increases, which Multichoice contested.
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