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Sudan death toll far higher than previously reported - study

World - Yahoo News - 5 days ago

QinetiQ Eyes U.S. Expansion Amid Higher Defense Budgets

The London-listed company is planning to expand in the U.S. as the country ramps up defense spending, its chief executive said after the company posted revenue above expectations.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 6 days ago

Oil prices settle higher but stay on track for a weekly loss

Oil futures finished higher for a third consecutive session on Thursday, but prices remained lower for the week on the back of strength in the U.S. dollar and the latest forecast from the ...

Business - MarketWatch - 5 days ago

Will heating bills be higher this winter? It depends on where you live

Last year's winter was the warmest on record, which helped keep energy costs low. Long-range forecasts indicate the winter of 2024-2025 is expected to be colder, especially in northern states and ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Despite Lowering Toll to $9, Hochul May Find a Higher Political Cost

Gov. Kathy Hochul’s move to revive congestion pricing in New York has energized her Republican opponents, giving them fodder to fight her re-election in 2026.

Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago

10-year Treasury yield ends at nearly 2-week low amid near-term consolidation

Yields on U.S. government debt finished mostly lower on a lack of major market-moving data on Monday, as market participants weighed the prospects for near-term consolidation in the bond market.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Bitcoin rises to a new record as investors absorb growing Ukraine-Russia tensions

Bitcoin moved higher Tuesday amid rising geopolitical tensions between Ukraine and Russia.

Business - CNBC - 16 hours ago

Oil prices end higher following latest developments in Russia-Ukraine war

Crude futures settled a bit higher on Tuesday as traders tracked developments in the Russia-Ukraine war that looked to raise the risk of oil-supply disruptions from one of the world’s largest ...

Business - MarketWatch - 16 hours ago

Palantir becomes a ‘Trump trade’ as investors bet on higher defence spending

Peter Thiel-founded data company, whose biggest client is the US government, rises $23bn in value since election

World - Financial Times - 8 hours ago

Higher energy bills push UK inflation to 6-month high in October

Inflation in the U.K. has risen sharply to a six-month high in October

World - ABC News - 4 hours ago

Why the Federal Reserve Rate Cut Isn’t Lowering Your Loan Rates

Fed rate cuts and lending rates do not always experience like-to-like movement. Here’s a quick look at rates, and what to expect moving forward.

Business - Inc. - October 30

What will happen to mortgage rates after this week's Fed rate cut?

The Federal Reserve is set to issue another rate cut this week. Here's what could then happen to mortgage rates.

What's a good HELOC interest rate now that rates are falling again?

HELOC interest rates are on the decline. Here's what a good rate looks like now that rates are falling again.

What the Fed rate cut means for mortgage interest rates

Another Fed rate cut is now official. Here's what that could mean for mortgage interest rates.

What the Fed rate cut means for HELOC interest rates

The Federal Reserve issued another cut to the federal funds rate this week. Here's what it could mean for HELOC rates.

Why mortgage costs are rising despite interest rate cut

Lenders have been raising the cost of fixed-rate deals creating a headache for buyers and those remortgaging.

Bank of Canada resorts to jumbo rate cut as growth falters

Slowdown prompts shift to 50bp reduction, with rate-setters saying borrowing costs are likely to fall further

World - Financial Times - October 23

Will mortgage interest rates fall this November?

Mortgage rates are poised to fluctuate in November, but in what direction? Here's what to know now.

Will HELOC interest rates fall in November?

HELOC interest rates have been falling this fall, but will they continue to do so in November? Here's what to know.

Military suicide rates increased in 2023

Suicide rates in the military increased in 2023, a slight uptick from 2022 that adds to a larger, troubling rise over the past decade. The annual report shows 523 service members died by suicide in ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Stocks soar on Trump win

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump victory sends stocks, crypto soaring Stocks skyrocketed Wednesday after ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Here's how interest rates impact gold prices

When interest rates drop, gold prices often rise — but there are also other factors at play.

Fed Leaders Favor Rate Cuts, But Differ on Pace

Four policymakers agree the central bank should make further rate cuts, though some support a slower, smaller set of reductions.

Business - Inc. - October 22

Jordan North boosts Capital radio breakfast ratings

The Burnley-born presenter left Radio 1 earlier this year and replaced Roman Kemp at Capital in April.

Why mortgage rates are back up to nearly 7%

The average 30-year mortgage rate has surged over the course of October, returning to highs last seen in the summer.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

EU races to prepare for a Trump win

Bloc seeks to bolster aid to Ukraine, sanctions against Russia and trade policy in case Republican is re-elected

Business - Financial Times - October 25

Birth rate drops to record low in England and Wales

Declining fertility risks adding pressure on the UK’s public finances and hampering economic growth, warn analysts

Business - Financial Times - October 28

What's the mortgage interest rate forecast for November 2024?

After falling in September, mortgage interest rates rose again in October. Here's what could happen this November.

Fertility rate in England and Wales drops to lowest on record

Just over 591,000 babies were born in the UK last year - the lowest number in four decades

GDP Report Shows US Economy Grew at 2.8% Rate

In a key economic report released just days before the presidential election, gross economic product rose at a 2.8 percent rate in the third quarter.

Business - The New York Times - October 30

US GDP rose at a 2.8% rate in third quarter on strong consumer spending

Final reading before presidential election was shy of expectations, but shows biggest economy is in robust health

Business - Financial Times - October 30

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