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Original title: Goldman’s Ingrassia Sees Chance for Record M&A Volume in 2026 Dealmaking could hit record volumes in 2026 if market conditions continue to improve and free up a backlog of transactions, according to Goldman Sachs Group Inc.’s co-chair of global mergers and acquisitions. “If the current momentum continues, there is a possibility that 2026 will represent an all-time high in M&A activity,” said Tim Ingrassia , speaking at Goldman’s EMEA Credit and Leveraged Finance Conference in London. ...

Original title: Nestlé Picks Insider to Replace CEO Fired Over Affair Nestlé SA is turning to the executive who runs its Nespresso coffee empire to try and steady the world’s largest food business after it was rocked by the second CEO firing in a little over a year. Philipp Navratil is taking over as chief executive officer at the Swiss company, after the exit of Mark Schneider for underperformance last year and Laurent Freixe on Monday for failing to disclose an affair with a direct subordinate. The female employee no longer works at Nestle, according to a person familiar with the situation who asked not to be named discussing confidential matters. ...

Original title: US Corn, Soy and Wheat Prices Fall on Post-Holiday Profit Taking Grain and oilseed futures fell Tuesday amid profit taking that helped pare back Friday’s gains as the market reopened from the US Labor Day holiday. Chicago wheat was down as much as 2.3%, the biggest intraday drop since the end of July, as global supply prospects continue to improve. Corn, which rallied to its highest level in a month on Friday, was down as much as 1.5%. Soybeans fell as much as 1.7%, with China still avoiding the US in favor of purchasing from Brazil. ...

Original title: US Stocks Drop as Tech Rout Deepens, Hurt by Climbing Yields US stocks fell on Tuesday, extending losses from Friday as Big Tech names declined and yields on 10-year Treasuries advanced, pressured by Bloomberg Terminal mounting corporate issuance. The S&P 500 Index touched a session low, dropping 1.5% at 12:05 p.m. in New York, with all but one of 11 industry groups declining, led by technology firms. The Nasdaq 100 Index lost 1.8%, while a gauge of Magnificent Seven companies slid 2.3%. The Cboe VIX Index rose to near 20. The 10-year Treasury yield rose to 4.28%. ...

Original title: The Backbone Pro controller is $20 off for a limited time is an editor covering deals and gaming hardware that he thinks you’ll like. He joined in 2018, and after a stint at Polygon, he rejoined The Verge in May 2025. If you’ve ever thought “it’d sure be nice to have just one controller to use between my phone, tablet, and TV,” then the Backbone Pro might be made for you. Backbone’s newest gamepad has the same phone-hugging design as its 2020 predecessor, but comes with a handful of distinct features — the most notable being that it can be paired via Bluetooth to any number of devices, not just phones. The rechargeable controller just got its first temporary price cut, going from $169.99 to $149.99 at Amazon and Best Buy. Best Buy indicates this sale will expire at the end of the day. The Pro features more robust grips and bigger analog sticks (they’re ALPS, not Hall effect, sadly) while retaining the original’s hallmark feature, which is that Android and iPhone models with a USB-C port can be inserted into the controller, from which you can ...

Original title: The 71 best Labor Day deals you can still get Labor Day weekend is over, which means the symbolic end of summer has passed. On a more positive note, dozens of the best Labor Day deals are still around, so you still have time to take advantage of them if you spent the long weekend offline. For a limited time, you can save on a variety of Verge-approved gadgets and goods, from earbuds and 4K TVs to the latest e-readers. Being that it’s now September, it’s also a good reminder that the holidays will be here before you know it. Thankfully, some gadgets — including the latest Kindle Colorsoft, the M4 MacBook Air 13, and Sony’s WH-CH520 headphones — have fallen to their lowest price to date, making now an excellent time to get a head start on your holiday shopping. After all, there’s no guarantee they’ll drop lower in price, even when Black Friday and Cyber Monday roll around. Speaker deals JBL’s Flip 7 is on sale for around $129.95 ($20 off) at Best Buy, is on sale for around $129.95 ($20 off) at Amazon Walmart , and B&H Photo , matchi ...

Original title: Why are online puzzle games having a moment? is a senior reviewer with over a decade of experience writing about consumer tech. She has a special interest in mobile photography and telecom. Previously, she worked at DPReview. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Hooked on LinkedIn’s Queens? Gotta extend your Wordle streak in the New York Times games app before you start your day? You’re in good company on today’s Vergecast episode. Allison Johnson is joined by Simon Anthony and Mark Goodliffe, world-class puzzle champs and hosts of the delightful Cracking the Cryptic, a YouTube channel where they solve a puzzle on camera every single day. They specialize in sudoku — and not just the classic number games you might be familiar with. Simon and Mark tackle mind-bending, seemingly impossible puzzles, working through it all in real time, sometimes over the course of several hours. What happens when you get stuck? How can you tell the difference between a puzzle made by a human and a co ...

Original title: Beginner Guide to CJ Affiliate (Commission Junction) in 2022 In this CJ Affiliate guide, I will share with you everything you need to get started on the platform, I will give you an in-depth look at the network and how it works. You will learn how to earn money with the platform. If you’re not interested, I’ll share some of the best CJ affiliate programs and alternatives. By the end of this post, I will also answer some of the FAQs on the platform and give my quick CJ review. Sounds Good So let’s start What is CJ Affiliate? Commission Junction is an online advertising company that offers affiliate programs for various retailers. Since 1998, it has been known as one of the oldest and most popular affiliate networks. Commission Junction has consistently ranked among the top 10 affiliate networks With in-depth data analysis and an unmatched understanding of clients needs, CJ has established itself as a leader in performance marketing. For Advertiser: CJ provides advertisers with a variety of tracking, management, and payment options. As an affiliat ...

Original title: Paolo Sorrentino’s Buzzy Drama ‘La Grazia’ Gets U.S. Release Date Italian director Paolo Sorrentino’s La Grazia, widely hailed as a return to form for the 2013 Oscar winner, has locked down its theatrical release date in North American cinemas. Mubi will open La Grazia in theaters on Dec. 5, teeing up a potential Oscars campaign for its inimitable Italian star, Toni Servillo. La Grazia opened the 82nd Venice Film Festival last week and was greeted with mostly rave reviews, including from The Hollywood Reporter. “By the director’s standards, this is a sober and distinctly mature film, centered by the unwavering composure of Servillo’s [character] De Santis,” wrote THR’s chief critic, David Rooney. “But it’s not without the customary creative arias, the witty humor and visual delights that have distinguished Sorrentino’s best work.” Heaping praise on Servillo’s performance, Rooney summed up his take, writing: “The alchemical ideal in actor-director collaborations.” A political drama of the most introspective kind, La Grazia (which means “Grace” in Ital ...

Original title: Jane Krakowski to Star in ‘Oh, Mary!’ on Broadway Jane Krakowski will take over the lead role in Oh, Mary! this winter. The 30 Rock star will play Mary Todd Lincoln for an eight-week run starting Oct. 14. Jinkx Monsoon, who is currently starring in the show, will finish her run Sept. 28. Hannah Solow, an understudy who has been with the production since its Off-Broadway run, will play the title role from Sept. 30 through Oct. 12. The role of Mary Todd Lincoln was originated by Cole Escola, who won a Tony Award for their portrayal, and also wrote the play. However, several actors have stepped into the role throughout the play’s run, including Tituss Burgess and Betty Gilpin. Krakowski returns to the Broadway stage following her Tony-nominated performance in the 2016 revival of She Loves Me. She won a Tony Award for her portrayal of Carla in the Broadway revival of Nine, and a Tony nomination for Grand Hotel. Other Broadway credits include Company, Once Upon a Mattress, Tartuffe and Starlight Express. She won an Olivier Award for Guys a ...