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Deutsche Bank is a victim of its own success as it hikes cost guidance
Deutsche Bank delivered bad news on spending, and investors weren’t happy.MarketWatch - 1d -
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Pension shake-up plan aims to boost growth
Restrictions on surplus cash in pension schemes could be eased to get more money into the economy.BBC News - 3d -
UK to give businesses greater access to pension scheme surpluses
Sir Keir Starmer’s plan is intended to drive investment by companies and boost economic growthFinancial Times - 3d -
Iran's regime is not on the verge of collapse
Contrary to claims of weakness, Iran remains a formidable actor with robust defense capabilities and significant geopolitical leverage.The Hill - 4d -
UK insurers set for record £70bn of pension transactions
Pension consultants WTW says improved funding positions have made bulk annuity deals more attractiveFinancial Times - 4d -
Reeves seeks to unlock billions from UK pension schemes for investment
Ministers set to allow companies to access defined benefit scheme surpluses to help kick-start growthFinancial Times - 5d -
Friends of Southport victims still receiving support, head teachers say
Head teachers pay tribute to the three girls who died and vow to continue supporting their classmates.BBC News - Jan. 24 -
Trump’s assault on the global corporate tax regime
President threatens retaliation against ‘discriminatory’ levies on US multinationalsFinancial Times - Jan. 22 -
Applying UK inheritance tax to pensions ‘risks delays and higher costs’
Advisers call for rethink of how Treasury imposes planned extension of IHT to retirement fundsFinancial Times - Jan. 22 -
Trump must invoke regime change to deter America’s enemies
Trump needs to make clear to Russia and China that the United States will not abandon the targets of their aggression, Ukraine and Taiwan.The Hill - Jan. 21 -
Trump’s inaugural regime change
Vibes speak volumes as new president lays out a radical agendaFinancial Times - Jan. 20 -
‘Not a mouthpiece of the regime’: Syria’s state news agency enters new era
Journalists and broadcasters at Sana wait for ‘actions, not words’ but look to future after fall of Assad government. Zyad Mahameed finally has the job he always wanted. In his previous role in the ...The Guardian - Jan. 20 -
Council giving out free air fryers to 6,000 pensioners
North Lincolnshire Council is providing the appliances to help people reduce their energy bills.BBC News - Jan. 19 -
UK MPs withdraw report criticising current Bangladesh regime over ‘bias’
Exclusive: Complaints said report was 'inaccurate’ and biased in favour of ousted Sheikh Hasina’s government. A group of MPs has withdrawn a controversial report into Bangladesh after complaints ...The Guardian - Jan. 19 -
Crypto in your pension? It’s not going to help.
U.S. state and local pension funds are looking at speculating on cryptocurrencies to solve their funding crisis.MarketWatch - Jan. 18 -
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Sharia pension funds swell amid returns boost
Funds outperform their default peers over the past decadeFinancial Times - Jan. 17 -
California wildfire victims may receive a one-time $770 payment. Here's how to qualify
People affected by the California wildfires may qualify for immediate federal financial assistance to help pay for necessities.CNBC - Jan. 16 -
Many Syrians Want Justice for Regime Crimes. Others Want Revenge.
The new interim Syrian government says it will hunt down and punish senior security officials and others, but concern is growing about attacks on former low-level members of the Assad regime’s forces.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
UK councils say government ‘can’t have it both ways’ on pension reform
Town halls in England and Wales warn that requirement to take ‘principal advice’ from pools could create conflict of interestFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
Government will try to block Gerry Adams compensation payout, says PM
It is believed Gerry Adams will pursue a compensation bid if the Legacy Act is repealed.BBC News - Jan. 15 -
Starmer says he will strive to prevent Gerry Adams receiving compensation
PM says he aims to stop former Sinn Féin leader claiming damages for his internment as ministers ditch Troubles law. UK politics live – latest updates Ministers will look at “every conceivable ...The Guardian - Jan. 15 -
New French PM opens door to rolling back Macron’s pensions reform
François Bayrou’s offer to review law comes as he seeks allies to help pass deficit-cutting budgetFinancial Times - Jan. 14 -
Supreme Court turns away challenge to Maryland handgun license regime
The Supreme Court let Maryland’s handgun licensing regime stand, turning away a long-running Second Amendment challenge in a brief order issued Monday. A group of gun owners, a gun rights group ...The Hill - Jan. 13 -
Pension managers urge UK to ditch ‘megafund’ scale test
Ministers say consolidation of retirement schemes would cut costs and boost investmentFinancial Times - Jan. 13 -
Syria Faces Big Challenge in Seeking Justice for Assad Regime Crimes
The rebel alliance that took power has vowed to prosecute senior figures from the ousted government, but accountability will be hard to achieve in a vulnerable, divided and battered country.The New York Times - Jan. 12 -
This is what it could take for the Fed to hike interest rates
Some economists are now contemplating what was previously unthinkable — and they are focused on the personal-consumption expenditures price indexMarketWatch - Jan. 11 -
Your new year pension tidy up could drag on until spring
Why is it so difficult to transfer your retirement savings to a new provider?Financial Times - Jan. 10 -
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Is Briefly Detained as Regime Tightens Crackdown
María Corina Machado was seized by President Nicolás Maduro’s regime after she appeared at a protest in Caracas.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 9 -
Whitehall estimates child sexual abuse compensation could hit £10bn
Starmer has criticised previous Conservative government for not implementing recommendations of 2022 Jay reviewFinancial Times - Jan. 8 -
'I can't get divorced as I can't get my pension valued'
Divorcing teachers say they are living in limbo waiting for pension valuations to be calculated.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
Venezuelan Regime Hunts for Foreign Hostages to Pressure Its Rivals
Maduro has turned up the heat on the incoming Trump administration by recently seizing 50 foreigners, several of them American passport holders.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 5 -
Top EU diplomats visit ousted Assad regime's prison of horrors in Syria
The French and German foreign ministers are the most senior Western officials to visit Syria since longtime dictator Bashar al-Assad was toppled by rebels.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Help! Ryanair Won’t Send Flight Compensation to a U.S. Bank Account
After being grounded for 12 hours in Berlin, a mother and daughter were owed both compensation and a rebooked flight. All they got were nonsensical responses from customer service.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
Labour’s pension reforms are based on flawed analysis
What exactly do savers get out of investing in the UK, other than a patriotic glow?Financial Times - Jan. 3 -
'Ripped off' caravan owners start compensation fight
Parks involved in the legal action have defended their sales practices and pitch fee rises.BBC News - Jan. 3
