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‘Pro-worker priorities’? Trump’s budget offers the exact opposite | Steven Greenhouse
The proposed budget plan prioritizes significant reductions in social welfare programs, resulting in substantial financial relief for affluent individuals while potentially increas...
Read Full Article →House passes Trump’s sweeping tax-cut bill, sends it to Senate
The recently approved legislation aims to implement significant tax reductions and increased military spending, potentially increasing the national deficit by nearly four trillion...
Read Full Article →UK private sector shrinking as firms cut jobs; pressure to raise taxes as government borrowing jumps...
Rising government borrowing in the UK highlights increased fiscal challenges, as economic contraction and job reductions in private firms intensify pressure on budget policies and...
Read Full Article →UK petrol prices poised to fall further as oil production may be stepped up
The potential increase in oil production by major producers is contributing to a decline in global crude prices, which could lead to reduced fuel costs and financial relief for con...
Read Full Article →How Elon Musk ‘colonised’ a corner of Texas to build his own space city - video
Elon Musk’s development of a private space hub in a modest Texas county has attracted investment and generated economic changes that impact local property values and community reso...
Read Full Article →Government considers sale of Brexit border checkpoint in Kent – reports
The potential sale of the border facility in Kent may reflect cost-saving measures due to decreased demand for customs inspections following recent changes in trade arrangements wi...
Read Full Article →Will cyber-attack threaten M&S’s hard-won return to fashion relevance?
A potential cyber-attack could impact online sales, which are crucial for sustaining the recent growth and improved profitability Marks & Spencer has achieved through its fashion-o...
Read Full Article →UK borrowing rises to £20.2bn, putting pressure on Rachel Reeves
The unexpected increase in public sector borrowing to £20.2 billion highlights the ongoing challenge of balancing economic growth and fiscal responsibility for the UK government.
Read Full Article →WeightWatchers scraps business model to team up with anti-obesity drugs provider
The collaboration with a pharmaceutical company offering GLP-1 treatments represents a strategic move for the brand to diversify revenue streams and address declining market compet...
Read Full Article →How the idea for a Trump Tower in Damascus was born
The proposed construction of a 45-storey, $200 million skyscraper in Damascus was intended to encourage easing of economic restrictions by appealing directly to the United States g...
Read Full Article →‘It’s a critical time’: European farmers struggle through driest spring in a century
European agriculture faces substantial economic challenges as prolonged dry conditions contribute to annual losses exceeding €28 billion, significantly impacting crop and livestock...
Read Full Article →New report says ‘government must act’ to ease pressures on British theatres
Despite increased audience numbers and lower ticket prices, British theatres face rising operational expenses that threaten their financial stability and long-term ability to deliv...
Read Full Article →OpenAI buys iPhone architect’s startup for $6.4bn
The $6.4 billion purchase marks the largest transaction for the AI company, highlighting its strategic investment in emerging hardware technology led by a renowned designer.
Read Full Article →The Guardian view on Russia sanctions: a brittle economy is Putin’s weakness | Editorial
Increasing targeted economic restrictions could reveal vulnerabilities in Russia's financial system, potentially undermining the government's capacity to sustain prolonged military...
Read Full Article →Target sales fall sharply in first quarter as customers worry about tariffs
Target’s first-quarter revenue declined significantly, prompting forecasts of continued downturn throughout 2025 due to reduced consumer spending driven by economic concerns and tr...
Read Full Article →A new US report makes it clear: five-day in-office mandates are outdated | Gleb Tsipursky
Ignoring government-backed evidence supporting flexible work arrangements may lead to increased operational expenses, higher employee turnover, and diminished competitiveness in ra...
Read Full Article →Farmers fear Trump trade winds could damage crops: ‘It’s unnerving’
Grain producers face potential financial losses as elevated production expenses surpass market prices amid ongoing trade tensions affecting key export relationships.
Read Full Article →Blow to UK’s 2030 clean energy targets as SSE cuts spending on renewables
A major energy company has reduced its renewable energy investment by £3 billion over five years, potentially slowing progress toward the United Kingdom’s clean power objectives fo...
Read Full Article →The US credit rating has been downgraded. But there’s an easy fix for our debt | Robert Reich
The recent reduction in America’s borrowing credibility increases interest expenses on government obligations, potentially leading to higher borrowing costs for consumers and inten...
Read Full Article →Bigger than expected inflation jump worsens Bank of England dilemma
The unexpected acceleration in consumer prices complicates monetary policy decisions as the central bank weighs supporting economic growth against controlling rising living expense...
Read Full Article →M&S expects cyber-attack to last into July and cost £300m in lost profits
Marks & Spencer anticipates a significant financial impact of approximately £300 million due to ongoing disruptions caused by a cyber incident affecting online operations and suppl...
Read Full Article →Cutting mental health waiting times ‘could save UK £1bn a year’
Reducing delays in accessing mental health services in England may enhance individuals' well-being, support workforce participation, and generate substantial annual economic saving...
Read Full Article →UK inflation jumps higher than expected to 3.5% amid bills increase
The unexpected rise in consumer costs, driven by utility and tax increases along with higher labor expenses, poses challenges for monetary policy and could influence future interes...
Read Full Article →UK inflation forecast to have jumped in April on back of higher household bills – business live
Rising costs across utilities, taxes, and transportation are expected to push overall price growth higher in the UK, potentially influencing central bank decisions on interest rate...
Read Full Article →US chip export controls are a ‘failure’ because they spur Chinese development, Nvidia boss says
The limitations on advanced semiconductor sales to China have unintentionally accelerated domestic innovation, potentially altering global market dynamics and competitive advantage...
Read Full Article →Global copper supply projected to fall 30% short of demand by 2035, IEA warns
A significant gap between copper availability and future needs may increase costs and disrupt investments in renewable energy infrastructure essential for achieving carbon reductio...
Read Full Article →EU’s ‘chocolate crisis’ worsened by climate breakdown, researchers warn
The increasing environmental challenges in major supply regions pose significant risks to the stability and pricing of key agricultural imports essential to the EU’s food and commo...
Read Full Article →It’s time to stop the great food heist powered by big business. That means taxation, regulation and...
Consolidation of the global food industry under a few large corporations creates significant economic challenges by increasing healthcare costs and reducing productivity due to wid...
Read Full Article →Racing chiefs warn Labour plans on betting could cost sport tens of millions | Greg Wood
The British Horseracing Authority cautions that aligning tax rates on online betting and gaming may result in substantial annual financial losses for the industry and reduce busine...
Read Full Article →UK suspends trade talks with Israel and attacks ‘repellent’ extremism
The suspension of trade discussions between the UK and Israel could impact economic cooperation and market access, potentially affecting businesses and investors reliant on agreeme...
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