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Oil prices tick up after industry data shows fall in U.S. crude inventories
Oil futures were flat to slightly higher Wednesday, with investors awaiting official data on U.S. inventories after an industry report was said to show a large drop in crude stocks but significant ...MarketWatch - 30m -
UK plan to adopt gene editing technology clashes with EU deal
Agriculture industry sounds alarm over missing out on what was hailed as Brexit benefitFinancial Times - 1h -
Your Customers Are Costing You Dearly
The customer is not always right. And some of them are more expensive than they’re worth.Inc. - 1d -
How Congestion Pricing Will Affect Small Businesses
New York City’s controversial new toll could hurt small businesses by making deliveries more expensive—or help them by reducing traffic jams.Inc. - 1d -
Bond market sell-off drives up government borrowing costs; China’s currency hits 16-month low on tariff fears – business live
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news. Rise in UK borrowing costs could push Reeves to new public spending cuts Two UK investment trusts have urged their shareholders to ...The Guardian - 1h -
UK school budgets eroded by spiralling special needs costs, report shows
SEN spending and higher wages leave headteachers facing ‘very tight’ accounts in 2025, says IFSFinancial Times - 12h -
Navy faces steep shipbuilding costs
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Navy's plan to build more ships faces steep costs The Congressional ...The Hill - 14h -
Faisal Islam: Soaring UK borrowing costs are a problem for Rachel Reeves
The Chancellor may face the prospect of breaking her own Budget rulesBBC News - 18h -
‘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 - 20h -
UK long-term borrowing costs hit highest level since 1998
Rising interest costs raise fears about chancellor’s ability to hit revised fiscal rulesFinancial Times - 20h -
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 - 1d -
UK house prices dipped in December, says Halifax
Decline is first for nine months although prices still 3.3% above last yearFinancial Times - 1d -
Next warns of ‘anaemic’ growth after UK Budget tax increases
Retailer says measures will cost it £67mn in current financial year and warns of potentially chilling effect on economyFinancial Times - 1d -
Controversial congestion pricing plan takes effect in NYC
Driving just got more expensive for many New York City commuters as congestion pricing was put to its first rush hour test. Supporters argue the plan cuts down on gridlock and greenhouse gas ...CBS News - 1d -
Newsom proposes 'balanced' budget with no deficits
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Monday proposed a $322 billion budget that he said would be "balanced" and without deficits — marking a significant turnaround after two years of shortfalls. ...The Hill - 1d -
Firms to raise prices due to tax and wage increases
Consumers could face higher costs in the coming months amid falling confidence among UK businesses.BBC News - 2d -
Davis and Zalatoris pay price of wrong ball mix-up
Cameron Davis and Will Zalatoris miss out on thousands of pounds in prize money after a mix-up at The Sentry tournament in Hawaii.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
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 - 2d -
Driving into Manhattan? That’ll Cost You as Congestion Begins
Congestion pricing is intended to reduce traffic gridlock and fix New York’s public transit infrastructure.Inc. - 2d -
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 - 2d -
Amazon aims to branch into UK internet market with satellite broadband plan
Proposed space launches within next two years could ultimately deliver mobile phone signal even to most remote areas. Amazon is hoping to offer a satellite broadband service in the UK within the ...The Guardian - 2d -
Amazon’s satellite project pushes ahead with UK broadband plans
Filings show Kuiper initiative held meetings with MoD as tech group bids to rival StarlinkFinancial Times - 2d -
How to maximize your 401(k) plan in 2025 with higher limits, bigger catch-up contributions
If you're eager to save more for retirement, you could be overlooking ways to maximize your 401(k) plan, including key changes for 2025. Here's what to know.CNBC - 2d -
UK altnets count cost of ‘gold rush’ end after collective losses surpass £1bn
Alternative network providers under pressure to demonstrate they can be profitable businesses not just buildersFinancial Times - 3d -
New York City set to implement controversial plan to reduce traffic with congestion pricing
Beginning Sunday, New York City will implement a first-in-the-nation congestion pricing plan designed to reduce traffic and pay for transit improvements. Ali Bauman has more details.CBS News - 3d -
"Breaking Bad" house up for sale. Here's how much it costs.
Centered on mythical methamphetamine cookers Walter White and Jesse Pinkman, the series wrapped up more than a decade ago, but its legacy continues to draw looky-loos to the home.CBS News - 3d -
4 Ways to Drive Organic Business Growth
As companies find funding harder to come by, more are turning toward organic growth strategies. Here’s what they look like.Inc. - 4d -
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Pokemon Go Community Day Ticket Prices Increased For January Event
Each month, Pokemon Go players take part in the mobile game's Community Day: A recurring monthly event in which one Pokemon takes center stage and becomes available to catch in its Shiny form. ...GameSpot - 4d -
The Biggest U.S. Retailers Increased Their Dominance in 2024
Using distinct but overlapping business models, Amazon, Costco, and Walmart captured over half of recent growth in retailing, and are squeezing smaller rivals hard.Inc. - 4d -
High-stakes tests and threats to watch as UK politics heats up
After a slow start Keir Starmer must now grip both policy and polling pressures, with May elections pivotal for his opponentsFinancial Times - 5d -
UK businesses issued with record fines for filing accounts late
Companies continue to struggle with rising costs and higher interest rates in the aftermath of the pandemicFinancial Times - 5d -
Budget gyms aim to bulk up in smaller UK centres
PureGym and The Gym Group say plenty of opportunities remain as cost-conscious consumers try to keep fitFinancial Times - 5d -
UK rapper Stormzy banned from driving for using phone behind wheel of Rolls-Royce
British rapper Stormzy has been banned from driving for nine months after admitting that he drove his Rolls-Royce through London while using his phoneABC News - 5d -
Moment pick-up truck enters busy street on New Year's Day
CCTV catches moment pick-up truck turns into a busy street in New Orleans killing several people.BBC News - 6d -
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 - 6d -
New Jersey Asks Judge to Delay Congestion Pricing Plan
The state had sued to stop New York’s plan to charge motorists entering Manhattan’s busiest roadways. Late Tuesday night, lawyers requested a temporary restraining order.The New York Times - 6d -
UK small boat arrivals in 2024 up 25% compared with previous year
A total of 36,816 people made journey last year compared with 29,437 who arrived in 2023, Home Office says. The number of people arriving in the UK in 2024 after crossing the Channel in small boats ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
China steps up drive to break Boeing and Airbus grip on plane market
State-owned Comac opens offices abroad and pushes for overseas certification as it increases output of C919 jetsFinancial Times - Jan. 1
