FT News Briefing

Markets shrug off investigation into Powell

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Jan 13, 2026
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INSIGHT

UBS Leadership Transition Looms

  • UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti plans to step down after UBS fully absorbs Credit Suisse in April 2027.
  • The successor will face tighter Swiss capital rules and possible headquarters relocation pressure.
INSIGHT

Paramount Escalates Bidding War

  • Paramount has launched a proxy fight and sued Warner Bros Discovery to force reengagement.
  • Paramount bets shareholders will prefer its $30-per-share all‑in cash offer over Netflix's smaller asset-focused deal.
INSIGHT

Antitrust Shift Fuels Mega Deals

  • Dealmaking momentum continues as firms exploit looser antitrust enforcement under the Trump administration.
  • Prized media assets are attracting aggressive bids and extended scrappages for control.
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