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Polls and prediction markets are signaling a Republican sweep in the election
For the economy and financial markets, a Republican sweep in November could raise the stakes even higher. Read More
Policymakers warn protectionism threatens global economic recovery
Officials fear rules-based order is under threat as race for US presidency enters final days
EssilorLuxottica backs Del Vecchio as hacking probe escalates
Heir to eyewear giant is one of dozens under investigation by Milanese authorities
Israel bill to restrict UN relief for Palestinians sparks ‘grave concern’
Foreign ministers of seven major nations oppose draft legislation that could hobble UN aid agency UNRWA
Top Harris surrogate Mark Cuban hasn’t given her ‘a penny’ and wouldn’t take a cabinet post
“I have no interest in serving in the cabinet for Kamala Harris or anybody. I like being a disruptor as ...
Thousands of North Korean troops are believed to be in Russia and may soon enter Ukraine
“It is possible that there are now more than 3,000 troops from North Korea that have been dispatched to Russia ...
Israel’s attack leaves Iran with a painful dilemma
Key pillars of Tehran’s security strategy have been shaken by these strikes
Japan’s scandal-plagued ruling party set to lose majority for first time in 15 years
“We are receiving severe judgement,” Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said Sunday. Read More
Big Tech stocks lose some of their aura as earnings growth slows
Google-owner Alphabet reports on Tuesday, followed by Microsoft and Meta Platforms on Wednesday, and Apple and Amazon on Thursday. Read ...
Wall Street and tech royalty fly to Saudi event amid Mideast war
Those attending “Davos in the desert” include the CEOs of Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, BlackRock, and TikTok. Read More
Reeves will not unveil new freeports in Budget, officials admit
One government figure says Downing Street announcement on Friday was ‘total cock-up with the comms’
Cornish miner hoping to capitalise on global race for lithium
Analysts expect supply deficit to develop as countries race to meet climate targets
How to watch Week Eight of the 2024-2025 NFL season live online for free—and without cable
Filling the gap between World Series games. Read More
BlackRock wants to talk about retirement. Climate, not so much
The US asset manager is promoting its pension and infrastructure offerings, after an ESG backlash
Three tests for Britain’s Budget
Reeves must stabilise the economy, and pave the way for higher growth
US and European hydrogen stock prices collapse as prospects deflate
Projects face lower than expected demand, regulatory uncertainties and growing investor scepticism
China’s industrial profits plunge as economic momentum falters
Steep monthly decline in September comes as policymakers battle to restore confidence
Shanghai cracks down on Halloween costumes
Authorities in the Chinese city fear a repeat of last year’s crowds, when some wore politically provocative dress
Heroes of the high-rate economy? Bank of America praises consumers for propping up 2024
Bank of America outlines a healthy consumer outlook for holiday spending and the property sector. Read More
UPS Store president shares 4 lessons she learned from surviving a ‘widowmaker’ heart attack
“Now the way I think about setbacks is to say some of them are very far out of our control,” ...
Georgia’s opposition calls for protests after pro-Russian party declared winner
Pivotal election widely seen as a choice between a future in Europe and alignment with Moscow
Jamie Dimon and Bill Gates won’t publicly criticize Trump because they need leverage in the next political firestorm, ‘CEO whisperer’ says: ‘They have to keep their powder dry’
Yale management professor Jeffrey Sonnenfeld said CEOs’ political silence is purely strategic. Read More
European gas industry abandons deal to retrain workers for low carbon economy
Commission-backed agreement between industry and unions was meant to help with job protection
Russian tensions expose faultlines in South Africa’s unity government
Cyril Ramaphosa angered the ANC’s largest coalition partner by calling Vladimir Putin a ‘valued friend’
Banks and regulators warn of rise in ‘quishing’ QR code scams
HSBC, Santander and the US Federal Trade Commission concerned over email attacks that bypass cyber-defences
UK-France school trips at risk of being axed as Brexit checks come in
French government officials and teachers express ‘concern’ over the impact of incoming border checks on student travel
Risk of vigilantes as justice system ‘on the brink’, warns Law Society head
Danger that people in England and Wales take matters ‘into their own hands’, says Richard Atkinson
Meet the salad hawkers that are valued like tech stocks
But rally for Sweetgreen and Cava may not stay fresh and valuations may prove too rich
European stocks hit by ‘Trump effect’ as odds tilt towards Republican win
Former president’s promise of tariffs has dragged down sectors already struggling with flagging Chinese demand
New boss seeks to bring Naspers out of Tencent’s shadow
Fabricio Bloisi will overhaul corporate culture and pay structures in search of growth beyond its stake in the Chinese internet ...
