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November 8, 2024

China is trying to fix its economy – Trump could derail those plans

China has unveiled new measures aimed at boosting its flagging economy, as it braces for a second Donald Trump presidency.The country plans to tackle tens of billions of dollars of local government

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November 28, 2024

Uniqlo does not use Xinjiang cotton, boss says

The boss of the company behind global fashion chain Uniqlo has told the BBC that the Japanese firm does not use cotton from the Xinjiang region of China in its products. It

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September 10, 2024

China’s Real Economic Crisis: Unpacking the Challenges Facing the World’s Second-Largest Economy

For decades, China has been a global growth engine, driving the world economy forward with its rapid industrialization, expanding middle class, and insatiable appetite for commodities. However, in recent years, a series

Borrowing costs fall after inflation surprise

Borrowing costs for the UK government have plunged, as an unexpected drop in inflation at home and in the US raised bets that central banks will cut interest rates in the months

January 15, 2025

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Government inspection of council finances extended

A government inspection of a Surrey council’s finances has been extended into 2025. The Best Value inspection was started at Spelthorne Borough Council in May, when the authority’s “extremely high” levels of

December 11, 2024

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More jobs and no ‘nuisance taxes’ – Ghanaians’ great expectations

Ghana’s former President John Mahama will be under enormous pressure to meet the expectations of voters following his landslide victory in Saturday’s election. He swept back to power after eight years in

December 11, 2024

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Who wins when Nigeria’s richest man takes on the ‘oil mafia’?

Petrol production at Nigerian business tycoon Aliko Dangote’s $20bn (£15.5bn) state-of-the-art oil refinery ought to be some of the best business news Nigeria has had in years. But many Nigerians will judge

December 11, 2024

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It’s scary’ – businesses exchange challenges with chancellor

Despite the bustle of Christmas shoppers in Leeds, small businesses are sharing their concerns about the upcoming challenges they face. In Labour’s first budget in 14 years, chancellor Rachel Reeves raised employer

December 11, 2024

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Interest rates forecast to be higher for longer due to Budget

Interest rates forecast to be higher for longer due to Budget 7 days ago Tom Espiner BBC business reporterShareSave UK interest rates will fall more slowly than expected over the next two

December 11, 2024

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Bank boss takes pay cut after employee ‘tried to kill clients’

The boss of Japanese bank Nomura has taken a short-term pay cut after a former employee was charged with robbery of bank clients, attempted murder and arson. The worker allegedly stole money

December 4, 2024

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India police seek Starlink help over $4.25bn drug haul

Police in India say they have reached out for information to Elon Musk’s Starlink after they allegedly found drug smugglers using its satellite internet device to navigate Indian waters and reach the

December 4, 2024

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Nightclub has licence revoked after gun fight

A nightclub in west London has had its licence revoked after a gun fight erupted there.It comes after a health and safety officer was visiting the site following safety concerns and happened

December 4, 2024

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Town’s night-time economy revives after Covid

A high street is reviving its night-time economy as businesses recover from the impacts of the pandemic.Since the coronavirus lockdowns of 2020 and 2021, the West and East Midlands have seen nearly

December 4, 2024

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Businesses ‘pessimistic’ about future of economy

The Institute of Directors (IoD) Guernsey said its latest survey showed a “fall in confidence” between May and November 2024.Business leaders were feeling “quite pessimistic” about the island economy over the next

December 4, 2024

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Five ways to avoid being ripped off on Black Friday

The Black Friday sales are already in full swing and it can be easy to get swept up in the shopping frenzy and end up out of pocket – instead of bagging

November 28, 2024

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NNPCL, In response to Wednesday’s assertions that its petrol price was N1,045 per litre, NNPCL clarified that the refinery has not yet announced its pricing. Currently, fuels from the PH Refinery are

November 28, 2024

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Electric car targets could be eased as demand flags

Rules on electric vehicle (EV) sales could change as part of a “fast track” consultation from the government.Carmakers with factories in the UK have been urging the government to alter the rules,

November 26, 2024

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Trump vows tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China on day one

Donald Trump says he will hit China, Mexico and Canada with new tariffs on day one of his presidency, in an effort to force them to crack down on illegal immigration and

November 26, 2024

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Plan to promote growth in sustainable finance

A two year action plan to encourage the Isle of Man’s finance sector to move towards climate-related initiatives and investments has been developed.The Sustainable Finance Roadmap aims to direct capital towards investments

November 20, 2024

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Trump selects financier Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary

Donald Trump has named investor Howard Lutnick, the co-chair of his transition team, to lead the US commerce department. In his announcement, Trump said Lutnick, the chief executive of financial firm Cantor

November 20, 2024

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TV networks MSNBC and CNBC to be spun off by Comcast

US media giant Comcast is set to spin off its NBCUniversal cable television arm, as the industry continues to struggle with the emergence of streaming giants like Netflix and Amazon Prime. The

November 20, 2024

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Logan Paul accused of misleading fans over crypto investments

Logan Paul, the massively popular social media personality, is facing fresh questions over his cryptocurrency dealings amid ongoing concerns he may have profited from misleading fans. Wecastonline has seen new evidence suggesting

November 20, 2024

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Welsh ministers’ finances transformed, say experts

Increases in public spending by Chancellor Rachel Reeves have “transformed” the Welsh government’s budget, finance experts have said.They say it should allow for a boost to NHS funding next year, without cuts

November 20, 2024

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China is trying to fix its economy – Trump could derail those plans

Uniqlo does not use Xinjiang cotton, boss says

China’s Real Economic Crisis: Unpacking the Challenges Facing the World’s Second-Largest Economy

Borrowing costs fall after inflation surprise

Government inspection of council finances extended

More jobs and no ‘nuisance taxes’ – Ghanaians’ great expectations

Who wins when Nigeria’s richest man takes on the ‘oil mafia’?

It’s scary’ – businesses exchange challenges with chancellor

Interest rates forecast to be higher for longer due to Budget

Bank boss takes pay cut after employee ‘tried to kill clients’

India police seek Starlink help over $4.25bn drug haul

Nightclub has licence revoked after gun fight

Town’s night-time economy revives after Covid

Businesses ‘pessimistic’ about future of economy

Five ways to avoid being ripped off on Black Friday

NNPCL

Electric car targets could be eased as demand flags

Trump vows tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China on day one

Plan to promote growth in sustainable finance

Trump selects financier Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary

TV networks MSNBC and CNBC to be spun off by Comcast

Logan Paul accused of misleading fans over crypto investments

Welsh ministers’ finances transformed, say experts

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