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Financial Times • Jun 24, 2025

Why global imbalances do matter

Implementing a tax on capital inflows could influence international investment patterns and address disparities in global financial flows, potentially impacting economic stability...

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Financial Times • Jun 23, 2025

UK defence funding will hit 5% of GDP by 2035, Starmer to tell Nato summit

By 2035, the United Kingdom plans to allocate a substantial portion of its economic output to defense, with a notable fraction dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity and border secur...

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Financial Times • Jun 23, 2025

Germany to boost defence spending at faster rate than France or UK

Germany intends to significantly increase its military budget over the next several years, allocating substantially more funds than neighboring countries to enhance its defense cap...

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Financial Times • Jun 23, 2025

Oil tumbles as traders bet on ‘major de-escalation’ between US and Iran

The sharp decline in oil prices reflects market expectations of reduced geopolitical tensions, potentially leading to increased supply and a stabilization of energy costs globally.

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Financial Times • Jun 23, 2025

Oil majors pull staff from Iraq amid fears of retaliation by Iran

Major energy companies have temporarily reduced their workforce in Iraq due to concerns over potential retaliatory actions linked to recent military operations targeting nuclear fa...

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Financial Times • Jun 23, 2025

UK takeover scrutiny to be relaxed as part of industrial strategy

The UK plans to revise regulations overseeing security-related acquisitions, potentially affecting investment flows and corporate control within key industries as part of its broad...

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Financial Times • Jun 23, 2025

The industrial strategy will provide certainty for business

The plan aims to create a stable environment that encourages investment and supports economic growth by enabling businesses to adapt quickly to emerging opportunities in a changing...

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Financial Times • Jun 23, 2025

Revolut chief in line for Musk-style payday at $150bn valuation

Nik Storonsky secured an agreement prior to SoftBank’s investment that could substantially increase his ownership stake if the company’s valuation surpasses predetermined targets,...

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Financial Times • Jun 23, 2025

Germany and Italy pressed to bring $245bn of gold home from US

The repatriation of $245 billion in gold reserves by Germany and Italy highlights concerns about financial sovereignty amid increasing geopolitical tensions and criticism of centra...

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Financial Times • Jun 22, 2025

Energy prices cut for business as part of UK industrial strategy

Several key industries such as automotive, aerospace, and chemicals will benefit financially by no longer being subject to environmental charges on their electricity expenses under...

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Financial Times • Jun 22, 2025

Oil price expected to surge after US strikes Iran

The potential rise in crude oil costs following recent US actions near Iran could significantly impact global markets, especially if Tehran responds by targeting key energy routes...

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Financial Times • Jun 22, 2025

Chinese factories rush to reduce reliance on Donald Trump’s US

Manufacturers in Zhejiang province are adjusting their strategies to diversify trade partners and focus on domestic sales, aiming to mitigate risks associated with dependence on th...

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Financial Times • Jun 22, 2025

Canadian export agency hit by £350mn loss on loans to Thames Water

The substantial financial setback experienced by the Canadian export agency, amounting to over half of its loaned funds, reflects the inherent risks involved in international lendi...

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Financial Times • Jun 20, 2025

Inheritance tax referendum spooks Swiss super-rich

The potential introduction of a 50 percent tax on large estates has raised concerns among financial professionals about possible relocation of affluent individuals from Switzerland...

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Financial Times • Jun 20, 2025

Fed starts to split on when to begin cutting US interest rates

Federal Reserve officials are divided on the timing of reducing US interest rates due to differing opinions on how tariffs implemented during Donald Trump’s administration impact t...

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Financial Times • Jun 20, 2025

Top Federal Reserve official calls for rate cuts as soon as July

A leading Federal Reserve member suggested lowering interest rates by mid-summer, indicating that tariff-related inflation pressures have not yet fully impacted the economy.

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Financial Times • Jun 20, 2025

The markets are silent — that is worrying

Investors’ inability to respond to early indicators of potential extreme market events highlights growing concerns about the financial system’s vulnerability and the possible impac...

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Financial Times • Jun 20, 2025

Apollo to finance UK Hinkley Point nuclear plant with £4.5bn loan

Apollo's provision of a £4.5 billion loan to support the Hinkley Point nuclear project represents one of the most substantial private lending agreements in the United Kingdom's fin...

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Financial Times • Jun 20, 2025

Who are the companies hoarding bitcoin?

Several major corporations have accumulated substantial amounts of bitcoin in their reserves, collectively controlling a significant portion valued at approximately $87 billion, re...

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Financial Times • Jun 19, 2025

Canada imposes tariffs on steel and aluminium to curb imports

Canada has introduced substantial tariffs on imported steel and aluminum from countries outside the United States to support domestic industries and preserve employment opportuniti...

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Financial Times • Jun 19, 2025

HMRC has ‘lost control’ of small businesses as missing tax hits 40%

A substantial portion of unpaid taxes originates from smaller companies, which represent nearly two-thirds of total outstanding revenue, indicating significant challenges in tax co...

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Financial Times • Jun 19, 2025

Elon Musk’s X to offer investment and trading in ‘super app’ push

Elon Musk’s company aims to expand its platform by integrating financial tools such as payment cards, potentially increasing user engagement and creating new revenue streams within...

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Financial Times • Jun 19, 2025

BoE holds rates at 4.25% amid Middle East uncertainty

The Bank of England's decision to maintain interest rates reflects ongoing economic concerns, as persistent inflation pressures continue to influence monetary policy amid global ge...

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Financial Times • Jun 19, 2025

US weighs risks of Iranian retaliation

Experts suggest that potential actions from Iran may impact US military personnel overseas, global energy markets, and cybersecurity, thereby posing economic challenges and uncerta...

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Financial Times • Jun 19, 2025

UK rebuffs Thames Water creditor demands as administration looms

Creditors’ ability to support the utility depends on regulatory leniency and reduced penalties, affecting its financial stability as it faces potential insolvency in the near futur...

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Financial Times • Jun 19, 2025

Swiss central bank cuts rates to zero

The Swiss central bank's decision to reduce interest rates to zero reflects challenges in managing economic stability due to currency appreciation and external trade tensions impac...

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Financial Times • Jun 19, 2025

Russia on brink of recession, says economy minister

Persistent inflation and the central bank's strict measures have led to economic deceleration, signaling potential negative impacts on national income and investment levels in Russ...

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Financial Times • Jun 19, 2025

Tanker rates double as shipowners steer clear of Strait of Hormuz

The expense of hiring crude oil vessels for routes from the Gulf to China has substantially increased due to increased avoidance of the Strait of Hormuz by shipping companies follo...

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Financial Times • Jun 19, 2025

Biofuel prices jump as Israel-Iran conflict drives hunt for oil alternatives

Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have heightened demand for alternative energy sources, leading to increased prices for biofuels like soybean and palm oil amid evolv...

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Financial Times • Jun 19, 2025

Scottish Widows to slash UK equity exposure

Scottish Widows' decision to reduce its holdings in UK stocks reflects a strategic financial adjustment that may impact investment flows amid government efforts to encourage suppor...

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