Labour minister says compressed hours could raise productivity; European stocks hit record high

Boeing machinists to vote on new proposal with 35% raises that could end strike

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Business - CNBC - October 21

Musk Repeatedly Raises the Idea That Harris, or He, Could Be Assassinated

The billionaire and his PAC have used foreboding language about the vice president in their support of former President Donald Trump.

Business - The New York Times - October 28

Trump's proposed tariffs could raise prices for consumers and slow spending

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What a Trump win could mean for Elon Musk's businesses

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With business ties to foreign governments and holdings in industries overseen by federal regulators, Donald Trump would likely be the most conflicted president in U.S. history.

Business - The New York Times - October 29

How Google’s Ad Change Could Affect Small Businesses

The overhaul of Google Local Services means small businesses must be verified before their ads can run and be served on the popular digital ad platform.

Business - Inc. - October 30

The presidential election could put $250bn at stake for US businesses

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World - Financial Times - October 31

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What 23andMe business troubles could mean for users' genetic data

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Labour volunteers helping Harris 'in spare time', says Starmer

The prime minister said volunteers from his party travelled to the US for "pretty much every" presidential election.

Budget watchdog will break impartiality, claims Hunt

The former chancellor says the publication of a review which could criticise the Conservatives on Budget day would "cross a line".

VW plans to close at least three plants in Germany, labour reps say

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Labour’s home insulation pledge in doubt, say consumer rights groups

Campaigners warn Budget pledge falls far short of manifesto promise to support energy efficiency

World - Financial Times - November 1

Relations between Ukraine and UK are worse under Labour, say Kyiv officials

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