Suntory purchases two GSK drink brands for USD2 billion. Japan's Suntory Beverage and Food Ltd has agreed to purchase the Lucozade and Ribena brands from GlaxoSmithKline Plc at a cost of GBP1.

United Arab Bank recently formalized a sponsorship agreement with FC Barcelona. FC Barcelona, the Spanish football giant, had further strengthened its partnership with the Gulf region as it announced last Sunday the forging of a three year deal with UAE financial institution United Arab Bank.

Zoopla engaged the services of Credit Suisse for its IPO. Zoopla, the British property website, had engaged the services of the investment bank Credit Suisse in order to explore growth opportunities.

In an expected move, Versace is set to sell minority shares. The Italian luxury goods house Versace was, eariier this year was in discussion with a sale to Qatar, contracted to privately sell a minority stake in 2013.

Theme park operator Merlin Entertainments Group had drafted plans to undertake an IPO. The Merlin Entertainments Group has planned to raise nearly GBP3 billion or USD4.

Three teenage 'exorcists' claim UK is overcome by Satan's work and spells from Harry Potter.

Slovenia officials said on Friday that it had planned liquidation of two small lenders to ensure financial stability.

The smartwatch had been seen as the latest addition to the consumer electronics market however a source said the device would not change anything in the industry.

An agreement was made between EU Commission and bank officials for a capital hike for the world's oldest bank.

After a disappointing recommendation for the next Vivendi CEO, Vincent Bollore throws hat into the ring for the position.