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Hurricane Milton’s insured losses could reach $50 billion, says Verisk
Data and technology company Verisk Analytics Inc. VRSK said Wednesday it estimates the insured losses to onshore property from Hurricane Milton could range from $30 billion to $50 billion.51 minutes ago -
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The difference between Harris and Starmer
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UK ministers pledge crackdown on rising car insurance costs
Watchdogs, industry and consumer groups instructed to join taskforce as part of push to tackle ‘spiralling’ prices13 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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Meloni targets banks and insurers to raise €3.5bn to plug Italian budget
Rome approves proposals targeting deferred tax payments and stock options in financial sector14 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Trump pledges to impose sweeping tariffs on imported cars
Comments show former president would put increased US trade protectionism at the centre of a second-term agenda15 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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Mexico says foreign firms have pledged $20 billion in investments, but many are old or uncertain
Mexican officials say companies have pledged $20 billion in new foreign direct investment in Mexico15 hours ago -
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American consumers are increasingly underwater on their car loans
DETROIT — A growing number of Americans with auto loans owe more than their vehicles are worth, according to a report Tuesday from Edmunds.com.16 hours ago -
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The cost of rising number of injuries in European soccer nears $800 million, report finds
An annual report says the rising number of injuries to top soccer players came at a cost of nearly $800 million across Europe’s leading leagues last season18 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
American consumers are increasingly underwater on their car loans
Edmunds.com reported that the average amount owed on upside-down loans climbed to an all-time high of $6,458 during the third quarter.18 hours ago -
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World - The Guardian
No 10 rejects claims PM received Taylor Swift tickets as ‘thank you’ for security measures – as it happened
Downing St says decisions over protection for the singer were up to Scotland Yard and not the government. Keir Starmer has has welcomed private investment of £550m to make it easier for people to ...19 hours ago -
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Would raising employer National Insurance break Labour's pledge?
If the chancellor decides to increase NI for employers in the Budget would that be going back on previous promises?21 hours ago -
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UK tax rises acceptable if part of pro-business Budget, CBI says
Rupert Soames believes companies will judge October 30 measures ‘in the round’21 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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What a Crackdown on Immigration Could Mean for Cheap Milk
Undocumented labor quietly props up the entire American economy — but nowhere more dramatically than on dairy farms.22 hours ago -
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France pushes for ‘flexibility’ on EU car emissions rules
Economy minister says Paris is sounding out European partners to see what can be done22 hours ago - European Union -
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Starmer does not rule out rise in National Insurance for employers
The prime minister told the BBC the Budget would be tough but insisted the government would not break manifesto pledges.22 hours ago -
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How back-to-back hurricanes could impact insurance rates across the U.S.
As Florida residents recover from hurricanes Milton and Helene, experts say the damage will likely worsen the home insurance crisis in the state and could lead to higher rates nationwide. CBS News ...23 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
American interest rates need to rise
Lessons for the US from the Brazilian canary in the coal mineYesterday -
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U.N. peacekeepers in Lebanon pledge not to give in to Israeli demands to 'get out of harm's way'
The United Nations has insisted it will not withdraw its peacekeepers from Lebanon despite repeated demands by Israel for them to move out of the area.Yesterday - Israel -
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UK must show ‘swagger’ to attract spending, investment minister says
Keir Starmer ‘supports’ rather than ‘degrades’ businesses, Poppy Gustafsson tells FTYesterday - United Kingdom -
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Dad sleeps in car as housing list reaches peak
A father with chronic back pain and asthma tells how the family-of-six are struggling to live a flat.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Sleep perfectionists: the exhausting rise of orthosomnia
The UK sleep-tracker industry is estimated to be worth £270m a year – and forecast to double by 2030. Could all this data be making our insomnia worse?. The other day, I was plodding away on the ...Yesterday -
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Insurers embrace climate change investments as catastrophe costs mount
Industry adopts low-carbon goals it once shunned as natural disaster losses exceed $100bn a yearYesterday - Climate -
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Is the National Flood Insurance Program running out of money?
The damage from Hurricanes Milton and Helene is expected to cost tens of billions of dollars. The primary option for millions of Americans facing storm damage is the National Flood Insurance ...Yesterday -
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Reeves signals hike in National Insurance for firms
The chancellor was speaking at the government's International Investment Summit, where deals worth £63bn were hailed.Yesterday -
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer vows to slash regulatory red tape in bid to boost investment
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday vowed to slash regulatory red tape to boost anaemic investment in the country.Yesterday - United Kingdom -
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Lammy joins EU ministers meeting in post-Brexit 'reset'
David Lammy becomes the first foreign secretary since Brexit to take part in a regular meeting of EU ministers.2 days ago - European Union -
World - The Guardian
Elon Musk was not barred from UK investment summit, says cabinet minister
SpaceX owner would be invited in future if he had investment streams the UK could bid for, says Peter Kyle. Elon Musk would be welcome at future UK investment summits if and when he had investment ...2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Autumn Budget: business fears big rise in national insurance
Tax experts warn of potential hit to retirement savings as companies race to calculate impact on costs2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Russia’s shadow fleet grows despite western crackdown
Moscow’s capacity to transport oil on old underinsured ships has increased by 70% since last year, says report2 days ago - Russia -
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Thousands of cars that crash in US are ending up in Russia
The South Caucasus nation of Georgia has a huge used car market, with many vehicles finding their way over the border.2 days ago - Russia -
Business - The New York Times
Hurricanes Amplify Insurance Crisis in Riskiest Areas
After Helene and Milton, some small Florida companies risk bankruptcy. Larger ones will be in the hot seat with lawmakers and consumer groups.4 days ago -
Politics - Politico
Milton threatens to trigger flood insurance reckoning for Congress
Lawmakers are preparing to step in if the hurricane overwhelms the National Flood Insurance Program.6 days ago