Karen Gilchrist
Karen Gilchrist is a Correspondent for CNBC in London, covering breaking news, international politics and financial markets. She has reported on a wide range of topics including European markets, UK politics and global cyber campaigns. Prior to joining CNBC, she worked as a reporter for Reuters and the Financial Times. Her primary focus is on Europe and the UK with an emphasis on accurate reporting and timely delivery of news.
Biography:
https://www.cnbc.com/karen-gilchrist/
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The Daily's Verdict
This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.
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Recent Articles
European Stocks Rise on Philips Earnings, Central Bank Meetings Ahead
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024European stocks rose on Monday, with gains in the oil sector and strong earnings from Philips driving investor sentiment. The Stoxx 600 index gained 0.38% as most sectors and major bourses advanced. Philips shares surged over 10%, while Heineken fell despite first-half profit growth missing expectations. Central bank meetings, including the Federal Reserve and Bank of England, are in focus this week, along with a slew of earnings reports from tech giants like Microsoft and Apple. 
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy Expects to Work with Trump as Peace Broker Between Russia and Ukraine
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy anticipates working with former US President Donald Trump if he's re-elected, as Hungarian PM Viktor Orban positions Trump as a potential peace broker between Russia and Ukraine. Zelenskyy addresses the UK cabinet today, the first foreign leader to do so in person since Bill Clinton in 1997. 
Keir Starmer: From Trotsky Editor to Labour Leader, Promising Change and Stability in Upcoming UK Elections
Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024Keir Starmer, Labour Party leader and favorite to become the UK's next prime minister, has moved his party from left to middle ground. Born in London and studying law at Leeds University, he was named after Keir Hardie, Labour's first leader. Instilled with a deep appreciation for the NHS due to his mother's illness, Starmer pledges improvements and nationalization of utilities while focusing on stability and rebuilding the party. 
France's Far-Right National Rally Projected to Lead in Snap Legislative Election: What a Majority Government Could Mean for Macron and French Politics
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024France's far-right National Rally, led by Marine Le Pen, is projected to lead in the first round of snap legislative elections on June 28, 2024. With approximately 36% of the votes and potential for a majority government, the party could reverse Macron's economic policies and pursue hardline laws on migration. Political instability from Macron's reelection and mass protests over taxes and retirement age increases may lead to a far-right prime minister. 
Anglo American and BHP's Takeover Battle: Deadline Approaches as Valuation Concerns Persist
Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024Anglo American rejects BHP's extension request in ongoing takeover battle, as mining giants discuss potential copper mining merger amidst green energy transition efforts. The future of the deal is uncertain as both companies express concerns and demands. 
New Covid FLiRT Variants: Dominant Strains in US and Europe, Potential Impact on Vaccine Effectiveness
Broke On: Wednesday, 22 May 2024New Covid FLiRT Variants, KP.2 and KP.1.1, account for over 35% of US Covid-19 cases as of May 2024, surpassing the previously dominant JN.1 strain with similar mutations. These new variants have spread to Europe but currently cause no more severe disease than previous strains, although they may evade immunity from vaccines or past infections. Health officials closely monitor their spread and assess vaccine effectiveness against them. 
Anglo American Plans Spin-Off or Demerger of Diamond Unit De Beers
Broke On: Tuesday, 14 May 2024Anglo American announces plans to spin off or divest diamond unit De Beers as part of a wider business restructuring. 
Rishi Sunak: Britain Faces Most Challenging Years in History, I'm the Best to Navigate Them
Broke On: Monday, 13 May 2024Britain's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will deliver a major speech in London, urging bold new ideas to address the country's challenges amid threats of war, migration, and technology. He believes the next five years will be transformational for Britain and insists he is the best person to navigate these issues. Topics include economic instability, climate change, geopolitical tensions, and illegal immigration. 
Anglo American Rejects BHP's $39 Billion Takeover Bid: A New Chapter in the Mining Industry's Consolidation?
Broke On: Thursday, 25 April 2024Anglo American rejects BHP's $39 billion takeover bid, creating a roadblock for the proposed merger that would have formed the world's largest mining company and a significant player in the copper market. Anglo American, valued for its stake in De Beers diamond company and large copper plants, dismissed BHP's requirement to demerge its holdings as unattractive. With 30% of its production coming from copper and growth opportunities in the metal, Anglo American is well-positioned to benefit from the energy transition. Altria Group to Sell One-Fifth of Its Stake in Anheuser-Busch InBev for $2.4 Billion
Broke On: Thursday, 14 March 2024Altria Group, a tobacco giant in the US, plans to sell one-fifth of its stake in AB InBev for $2.4 billion. The funds will be used for share buybacks and debt payment as AB InBev faces tougher regulations and competition from disposable vapes.
