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UK inflation unexpectedly cools to 2.5%, core price print slows further
U.K. inflation fell to a lower-than-expected 2.5% in December, with core price growth slowing further, according to data released by the Office for National Statistics.CNBC - 6h -
How do UK regulators plan to cut back rules and boost growth?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves wants the regulatory sector to do more to drive the economyFinancial Times - 9h -
Three things that could make a Gaza hostage deal more likely
There is fresh anticipation about the talks after several shifts, both politically and on the ground.BBC News - 2d -
UK companies plan to invest in AI instead of hiring staff as costs rise
A new poll says 51 per cent of business leaders aim to redirect investment this yearFinancial Times - 2d -
UK moves closer to Chagos Islands deal with Mauritius
Last-minute push to finalise agreement on crucial military base before inauguration of Donald TrumpFinancial Times - 2d -
Former Brown adviser to lead UK’s ‘reset’ talks with EU
Michael Ellam has been picked to be Sir Keir Starmer’s ‘sherpa’ in negotiations for a better post-Brexit dealFinancial Times - 2d -
LA officials warn of price gouging as those displaced by fire seek housing
County sheriff says anyone who tries to scam the thousands of people looking for accommodations will be prosecuted. Wildfires live updates Los Angeles authorities are warning against scams and ...The Guardian - 2d -
Mark Zuckerberg says Biden officials would 'scream' and 'curse' when seeking removal of Facebook content
On an episode of "The Joe Rogan Experience" released Friday, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg painted a picture of Biden administration officials berating Facebook staff over requests to remove certain ...NBC News - 4d -
California Fires Lead to Prices Hikes on Some L.A. Rentals
Despite a law against price gouging during a state of emergency, some rental listings have shot up above the allowable 10 percent overnight.The New York Times - 4d -
EU Competition Regulator Conditionally Clears Synopsys' $35 Billion Ansys Deal
The commission said that the companies’ offer to sell two business units to a rival fully addresses its concerns.The Wall Street Journal - 4d -
UK government borrowing costs rise towards 16-year high
Yields jump after strong US jobs data, threatening to wipe out room for extra borrowing under Labour’s budget rulesFinancial Times - 5d -
‘We would turn up to find books on fire’: the teachers risking kidnap and death to keep Burkina Faso’s schools open
Conflict has forced a fifth of the country’s schools to close. One teacher, determined to keep working despite threats from marauding Islamist militias, shares their testimony. Teaching in Burkina ...The Guardian - 5d -
Resold tickets prices set to be capped under UK tout crackdown
Ministers vow to stop resellers ‘fleecing the public’ after fan outcry over cost of Oasis concertsFinancial Times - 5d -
Prices of top 25 Medicare Part D drugs have nearly doubled, AARP study finds
AARP's new research finds price growth for top Part D prescription drugs has exceeded inflation, making a case for allowing Medicare to negotiate prices.CNBC - 5d -
Pound falls to lowest in over a year after UK borrowing costs rise
Economists have warned the rise could mean further tax hikes or spending cuts by the government.BBC News - 5d -
UK borrowing costs rising - what does it mean for me?
Government borrowing costs have hit their highest level for several years - what does it mean for you?BBC News - 5d -
Tesco and M&S warn of rising costs but pledge to minimise price increases
Shares in retailers fall despite positive Christmas tradingFinancial Times - 6d -
Chinese consumer prices barely rise as deflationary pressure weighs
Beijing has struggled to stimulate domestic demand in economyFinancial Times - 6d -
UK recruiters report fresh slowdown in hiring as planned tax rises bite
Survey results will heighten investor concerns over stagflation threat in economyFinancial Times - 6d -
Oil prices settle lower as U.S. crude supplies fall but product stocks rise
Oil futures settled with a loss on Wednesday after the U.S. Energy Information Administration reported that commercial crude inventories fell for a seventh straight week, but gasoline and ...MarketWatch - 6d -
Meta’s changes to policing will lead to clash with EU and UK, say experts
Politicians criticise Mark Zuckerberg’s choice to scrap factcheckers, affecting Facebook, Instagram and Threads. Permitted ‘hateful conduct’ – what users can now say on Meta platforms Sweeping ...The Guardian - 6d -
Consumers could face price rises of 20% in 2025, trade experts warn
Global instability and possibility of Trump administration imposing tariffs may disrupt flow of goods . The price of household staples including food and drink could climb by as much as 20% in 2025 ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
‘Inflation levels seem to be increasing’: Businesses are worried about tariffs and rising prices.
The holiday shopping season gave a boost to service-oriented companies in December, but top executives were wary of potential Trump tariffs and a recent uptick in inflation.MarketWatch - Jan. 7 -
Next blames clothes price rises on wage increases set out in Budget
The retailer expects employee costs to increase by £73m due in part to rising National InsuranceBBC News - Jan. 7 -
UK house prices dipped in December, says Halifax
Decline is first for nine months although prices still 3.3% above last yearFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
UK financial regulator failed to uphold rules for handling FOI requests, review finds
Report calls for Financial Conduct Authority staff to be retrained and adds to mounting criticism of watchdogFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
Rain and snow lead to flooding and disrupt travel in parts of the UK
People have been rescued from flooded homes and stranded cars as a soggy and cold spell continued to disrupt life across parts of the U.K. as more wintry weather was expectedABC News - Jan. 6 -
UK firms plan price rises as business confidence falls to lowest level since 2022 ‘mini-budget', survey finds
Firms across hospitality, manufacturing, construction and healthcare expressed concerns about how they would cover additional tax costs.CNBC - Jan. 6 -
UK businesses plan price increases as Budget drives up costs
Tax and wage rises have caused confidence to ‘slump’, warns British Chambers of CommerceFinancial Times - Jan. 5 -
Despite Blocked US Steel Bid, Japan Won’t Stop Seeking American Deals
Japanese companies needing to grow have sought out American deals. Experts say that will not change even after Biden’s rejection of Nippon Steel’s takeover attempt.The New York Times - Jan. 4 -
Breast cancer rates rising fastest in younger women, study finds
New research reveals breast cancer rates are increasing faster among younger women than any other group. Elaine Quijano reports on the findings.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
US Steel’s tortuous un-merger is a deal for the ages
Would-be acquirers prepare for era where big is no longer bad, but foreign still might beFinancial Times - Jan. 3 -
FBI seeking new leads on Jan. 6 pipe bomb suspect
The FBI is seeking new leads on the suspect who placed pipe bombs outside of the Republican and Democratic National Committee (DNC) headquarters in Washington, D.C., a day before the Jan. 6, 2021, ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
UK heading for tax rises despite return to growth, economists say
The FT’s annual poll forecasts better performance than France and GermanyFinancial Times - Jan. 3 -
Tories seek UK probe into rape gangs as Musk spat with Starmer escalates
Tech billionaire claims PM failed to tackle grooming scandal when he was head of prosecution serviceFinancial Times - Jan. 2 -
UK house prices rise more than expected in December
Month-on-month increase of 0.7% takes average house price close to record highFinancial Times - Jan. 2 -
Swisscom Trims Profit Outlook on Early Closing of Vodafone Italia Deal
Swisscom lowered its core earnings guidance after the deal to merge its Italian subsidiary Fastweb and Vodafone’s operations closed on Dec. 31.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2 -
Energy prices rise with warnings of more pain to come
The new year starts with a 1% increase in domestic gas and electricity prices under Ofgem's price cap.BBC News - Jan. 1
