BMW pauses £600mn investment plan to produce electric Minis in Oxford
German carmaker’s review follows UK plant closures by Honda, Ford and JLR over the past decade
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BMW delays £600m electric Mini factory upgrade in UK over 'uncertainty'
The vehicle manufacturer says "multiple uncertainties" in the industry led to its decision.BBC News - 1d -
China's latest action plan shows it's trying to boost foreign investment amid geopolitical tensions
China is trying yet again to boost foreign investment, amid geopolitical tensions and businesses' calls for more concrete actions.CNBC - 1h -
Pentagon layoffs paused for now, official says
The Pentagon is pausing the impending cuts to probationary civilian employees that could have affected around 50,000 people working for the Defense Department, a U.S. official tells CBS News. ...CBS News - 2d -
Nikola, Electric Truck Maker, Files for Bankruptcy
The company, which once enjoyed a surging stock price, struggled to turn its plans for electric and hydrogen trucks into a viable business.The New York Times - 4d -
Nikola, Electric Truck Maker, Files for Bankruptcy
The company, which once enjoyed a surging stock price, struggled to turn its plans for electric and hydrogen trucks into a viable business.The New York Times - 4d -
Eight investment rules to live and die by
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Japan to court Tesla on Nissan investment
Former prime minister and ex-Tesla board member plan to approach Elon Musk to support struggling carmakerFinancial Times - 2d -
Downloads of DeepSeek's AI apps paused in South Korea over privacy concerns
DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence startup, has temporarily paused downloads of its chatbot apps in South Korea while it works with local authorities to address privacy concerns, according ...ABC News - 6d -
Patel tells FBI employees to pause any responses to DOGE email
FBI Director Kash Patel told employees to hold off on responding to an email, sent at tech billionaire Elon Musk’s direction, asking federal workers to list their accomplishments during the ...The Hill - 8h -
Layoffs hit FAA employees tasked with producing air traffic navigation maps
Terminated probationary employees at the FAA include some who work on the team responsible for producing air traffic navigation maps, sources told ABC News.ABC News - 2d -
Nine-Month Manhunt for French Fugitive Finally Produces an Arrest
A French convict was arrested in Romania months after he had been freed in a brazen daytime ambush that killed two prison guards, authorities said.The New York Times - 1d -
Troubled electric vehicle maker Nikola files for bankruptcy protection
Troubled electric vehicle maker Nikola is filing for for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protectionABC News - 4d -
Troubled electric vehicle maker Nikola files for bankruptcy protection
Troubled electric vehicle maker Nikola is filing for for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protectionABC News - 4d -
ADAC test shows winter weather can slash electric car range
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This ETF provider thinks it's time to rethink investing in China
Investors may want to reduce their exposure to the world's largest emerging market.CNBC - 1d -
Supreme Court maintains pause on Trump bid to immediately fire watchdog agency head
The Supreme Court, which has a 6-3 conservative majority, weighs in on a case involving the new Trump administration for the first time.NBC News - 1d -
Longtime James Bond producers give up creative control to Amazon MGM Studios
Amazon MGM Studios and longtime 007 producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli have formed a new joint venture to house the James Bond intellectual property rights.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Emmy-winning producer Andy Cohen lowers the price of one-of-a-kind West Village condo to $12 million
Cohen’s beloved, unique and alluring home of over 20 years is struggling to attract a buyer.MarketWatch - 2d -
Crunchbase’s AI can predict startup success with 95% accuracy—will it change investing?
Crunchbase pivots to AI-powered predictions engine with 95% accuracy for startup funding rounds, abandoning historical data in favor of predictive intelligence that forecasts acquisitions and ...VentureBeat - 4d -
The Investment Chief Behind the DOGE Dividend Explains His Pitch to Elon Musk
Azoria CEO James Fishback sees a way for President Trump to send $5,000 to every US taxpayer.Inc. - 3d -
These tips for investing in mutual funds and ETFs will up your money game
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UK’s development investment arm spent £7mn on business class flights
Criticism of agency’s travel costs and big pay rises comes as pressure grows on aid budgetFinancial Times - 2d -
Alibaba shares jump 14% after pledge to invest ‘aggressively’ in AI
Chinese tech group says it will spend more on artificial intelligence in next three years than over past decadeFinancial Times - 2d -
Elon Musk rebuffs claims that Tesla could invest in Nissan
Japanese carmaker’s shares rise almost 10% after reports that a group wants US EV firm to put in money. Elon Musk has rebuffed the idea that Tesla could put money into the struggling carmaker ...The Guardian - 2d -
With tariffs ramping up, this investment option can provide protection against inflation
The threat of tariffs on imports is causing some investors to consider increasing their exposure to TIPS to help buffer their portfolios against inflation.CNBC - 2d -
Game investments and M&A totaled $17.5B across 985 deals in 2024 | DDM
As the games industry moves on from “survive til 25,” 2024 games investment and M&A data revealed recovery and improvement, DDM said.VentureBeat - 2d -
UK and India relaunch trade talks in bid to boost investment opportunities
British government has pinpointed world’s most populous country as key export market for its businessesFinancial Times - 5h -
WATCH: Mike Eruzione wears Johnny Gaudreau jersey in electric USA vs. Canada pregame atmosphere
The American fans returned the favor after "The Star-Spangled Banner" was booed in MontrealCBS Sports - 3d -
Trump layoff plan gets reprieve
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Judge gives Trump go-ahead on mass layoffs A federal judge refused a request from ...The Hill - 3d -
Will Republicans in Congress agree on a budget plan?
The Senate adopted a narrower budget proposal although Republicans in the House of Representatives are pushing ahead with different plan endorsed by President Trump. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.CBS News - 2d -
How Washington plans to defend the dollar
Trade tariffs grab headlines but the less-visible fight around money matters deeply to the presidentFinancial Times - 1d -
Parents with these 2 toxic habits raise kids who are bad with money, says investment firm CEO
Spending money you don't have, and using cards too much, can give your kids financial anxiety as they grow up, says Ariel Investments co-CEO Mellody Hobson.CNBC - 14h -
Chipotle Plans to Hire 20,000 Workers for ‘Burrito Season’
As spring approaches, people’s thoughts will turn toward green grass, sunny days, the start of baseball, and, according to the fast-food chain, a hankering for burritos that will require its ...Inc. - 4d -
Vance keeps Senate budget plan alive
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Chinese Embassy Plan in London Sets Off Opposition
Britain appears ready to approve what would be the largest diplomatic outpost in Europe, but neighbors and activists fear tapped phone lines and suppressed protests.The New York Times - 3d -
New Scotland-England border landmark plan submitted
The Star of Caledonia will stand 33m (100ft) high and aim to attract hundreds of thousands of visitors.BBC News - 2d -
A Ukrainian man is sentenced for planning sabotage on Russia's behalf
A Polish court has handed an eight-year prison term to a Ukrainian man convicted of planning acts of sabotage and arson on Russia's behalfABC News - 2d -
Downing Street rejects plan for legal migration cap
Officials had been studying hard limit as way to reduce numbersFinancial Times - 2d -
Nebraska nixes Tennessee home-and-home plan
Nebraska has opted out of its deal to play Tennessee in a home-and-home series scheduled for 2026 and 2027 because the Huskers' football stadium will be undergoing renovations.ESPN - 2d
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