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The Guardian – Business • Jul 23, 2025

City trader Tom Hayes’s conviction for Libor rigging is overturned

The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn convictions related to the Libor manipulation case may prompt financial institutions to reassess past compliance and legal strategies in in...

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

City traders’ Libor rate-rigging criminal convictions quashed by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court's decision to overturn the convictions of former traders involved in the interest rate manipulation case may impact financial regulation and market integrity perc...

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

London Foundation for Banking & Finance appoints new trustees

The addition of three experienced professionals from finance, insurance, and private equity to the foundation’s board is expected to enhance its strategic oversight and drive more...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 23, 2025

UK watchdog investigates eight years of Deloitte audits of mining firm Glencore

The investigation into Deloitte’s long-term audits of Glencore highlights potential concerns about the accuracy and reliability of financial statements affecting investor trust and...

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

Modi’s visit puts global Britain to the test

Prime Minister Modi’s visit and the upcoming Free Trade Agreement could significantly impact the UK’s economic strategy by strengthening trade ties amid shifting global markets and...

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

Rolls-Royce banking on bespoke cars to attract super-rich

Rolls-Royce experienced increased profitability in 2024 largely due to a growing demand for personalized vehicles among affluent customers, which drove higher average revenue per u...

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

OpenAI: ChatGPT maker’s UK earnings skyrocket

Since introducing its AI service in the UK, the company’s financial position strengthened significantly, closing the year with substantial cash reserves and notable outstanding rec...

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

Business lender Shawbrook plots £2bn London IPO

Shawbrook’s planned flotation in London aims to raise substantial capital and offers an opportunity for its private equity backers to realize returns while enhancing market activit...

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

Heathrow: Earnings jump despite cost warnings

Despite concerns over rising energy expenses and upkeep charges, the airport’s profitability showed a slight increase in the initial half of the year compared to the previous perio...

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

JD Wetherspoons: Sales overtake pre-pandemic levels

JD Wetherspoons has experienced a notable increase in revenue across its 794 locations, surpassing figures from before the global health crisis and outperforming the overall hospit...

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

Equinox losses nearly triple in the UK amid luxury sector woes

Equinox’s UK operations experienced a significant financial decline in 2024, reporting a £21 million loss that reflects broader challenges within the upscale market segment.

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

One month on, the wheels are already coming off the government’s industrial strategy

Since the government unveiled its ambitious industrial plan a month ago, several key projects, including renewable fuel facilities, have ceased operations, raising concerns about t...

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

London’s secret Cold War tunnels, once inspiration for James Bond, are at the centre of a multi-mill...

The dispute involving covert underground passages beneath key London sites is valued at £8.5 million and has been brought before the High Court, highlighting substantial financial...

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

‘Irresponsible’ M&S ad gets banned for promoting ‘unhealthily thin’ models

The ruling against the retailer's promotional content may affect its brand reputation and consumer trust, potentially influencing sales and advertising strategies in a highly compe...

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

The Debate: Should the London Stock Exchange open 24-hour trading?

Extending trading hours could potentially increase market liquidity and attract a broader range of investors, impacting overall transaction volumes and the exchange’s competitive p...

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City A.M. • Jul 23, 2025

Investors: brace for a breakdown in UK gilts

The inability of the UK government to implement key fiscal changes increases the risk of a bond market upheaval, potentially triggering urgent expenditure reductions to restore fin...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 23, 2025

Indian prime minister makes UK state visit to sign landmark trade deal

The new trade arrangement between the UK and India is expected to enhance key industries in Britain while offering India improved travel access, indicating a deepening economic rel...

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Financial Times • Jul 23, 2025

Germany and France push EU to prepare trade reprisals against US

Germany and France are urging the European Union to consider retaliatory measures in trade, emphasizing the potential economic impact if the United States does not engage in negoti...

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Financial Times • Jul 23, 2025

Private equity firms flip assets to themselves in record numbers

Amid an extended slowdown in transactions, private equity companies increasingly utilize continuation funds to transfer ownership internally, enabling them to generate returns by e...

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BBC Business • Jul 22, 2025

Trump announces 'massive' trade deal with Japan

The agreement is expected to lead to substantial Japanese investment in the United States, totaling $550 billion, alongside the implementation of a 15% mutual tariff between the tw...

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Financial Times • Jul 22, 2025

Trump says US and Japan have reached trade deal

The agreement between the United States and Japan introduces a 15% tariff, potentially impacting trade balances and financial exchanges between the two countries.

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Financial Times • Jul 22, 2025

Indonesia agrees to drop non-tariff barriers in Trump trade victory

The recent agreement between Indonesia and the United States to eliminate certain regulatory obstacles is expected to enhance trade flows and potentially increase economic activity...

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BBC Business • Jul 22, 2025

Philippines goods to face 19% tariff, Trump says

The increased 19% tariff on Philippine products could impact trade dynamics and revenue, reflecting a more stringent approach than initially indicated in the earlier global tariff...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 22, 2025

OpenAI CEO tells Federal Reserve confab that entire job categories will disappear due to AI

The advancement of AI technologies is expected to significantly impact labor markets and economic structures, potentially leading to widespread workforce shifts and altering the de...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 22, 2025

Trump claims new CBS owner will gift him $20m worth of airtime after $16m settlement

Following a $16 million agreement with Paramount, the new CBS owner is said to offer significant advertising and programming opportunities to Donald Trump, highlighting potential i...

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Financial Times • Jul 22, 2025

Trump official vows Doge-inspired squeeze on government contractors

Josh Gruenbaum intends to apply strategic pressure on technology firms and consulting contractors, potentially impacting budget allocations and financial arrangements within govern...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 22, 2025

Telegraph sale poised to go ahead after Lords foreign ownership vote

A consortium led by RedBird Capital is set to acquire the Telegraph for £500 million, enabling the United Arab Emirates to maintain a 15% ownership following recent legislative app...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 22, 2025

More than 100 survivors of alleged sexual abuse enter Harrods scheme for compensation

The compensation program established by the retailer has financial implications as it involves disbursing settlements to over one hundred claimants related to historical abuse alle...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 22, 2025

A ‘golden age’ for nuclear power? Sizewell C must hit budget first

The financial outlook of the Sizewell C project is crucial, as significant cost increases could lead to greater expenses for consumers while private investors seek attractive retur...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 22, 2025

NPR’s editor-in-chief to step down days after Congress cuts $1.1bn in funding

Edith Chapin’s decision to resign follows a significant reduction in government allocations that impacts the primary source of financial support for public broadcasting entities in...

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