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Financial Times • May 20, 2025

BoE is cutting rates too quickly, warns chief economist

The chief economist expressed concerns that the recent rapid decrease in interest rates by the Bank of England could negatively impact efforts to control rising prices.

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Financial Times • May 20, 2025

Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ tax bill heightens concerns over US debt

The recent tax legislation has increased apprehensions about the United States' fiscal stability, prompting investors to closely monitor Treasury market shifts amid growing nationa...

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Financial Times • May 20, 2025

Traders dump Casino debt as fears grow over troubled grocer

Investors have increasingly sold off bonds related to the retail company, reflecting growing unease about its financial stability despite a major overhaul led by billionaire Daniel...

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Financial Times • May 19, 2025

Plans for 12 new towns in England to cost up to £48bn, report says

The development of a dozen new towns in England, with Milton Keynes highlighted as a prime site, is expected to involve an investment nearing £48 billion according to a recent cons...

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Financial Times • May 19, 2025

Trump Organization to discuss new Vietnam tower as trade talks continue

The Trump Organization is exploring a potential development in Vietnam, with Eric Trump scheduled to meet Hanoi officials to discuss investment opportunities amid ongoing trade neg...

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Financial Times • May 19, 2025

Putin thinks that time is on his side

Russia appears to prioritize military advances and the easing of economic restrictions over negotiations, reflecting a strategic calculation that prolonged conflict may ultimately...

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Financial Times • May 19, 2025

US borrowing costs top 5% after Moody’s downgrade

Rising interest rates on long-term government bonds reflect increased borrowing expenses for the US, signaling heightened investor caution following recent credit rating changes.

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Financial Times • May 19, 2025

Starmer hopes to banish ‘battles of the past’ with EU reset deal

The proposed agreement aims to strengthen economic and security partnerships with Europe, which could have important financial implications but may also reignite longstanding polit...

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Financial Times • May 19, 2025

UK-EU post-Brexit reset: the key points

The recent agreement between the UK and EU has important implications for various sectors, influencing trade dynamics, resource management, and economic relationships between the t...

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Financial Times • May 19, 2025

UBS deploys AI analyst clones as clients opt for research in video form

A Zurich-based bank is utilizing artificial intelligence and video technology to produce digital representations of its specialists, aiming to enhance client engagement and potenti...

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Financial Times • May 19, 2025

Bond vigilantes give retail banks an unlikely leg-up

Recent remarks from BNP Paribas, CaixaBank, and Lloyds suggest that increased market pressure may unexpectedly benefit retail banks by improving their financial conditions or inves...

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Financial Times • May 18, 2025

The markets are declaring tariff victory too soon

Financial markets may be underestimating the long-term impact of potential disruptions in supply and demand, which could lead to prolonged instability and uncertainty in the US eco...

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Financial Times • May 18, 2025

Bessent threatens maximum tariffs and takes tougher line on trade talks

The Treasury secretary warns that interest rates could rise sharply to previously established peaks if participating nations fail to reach an agreement during ongoing trade discuss...

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Financial Times • May 18, 2025

Hong Kong stocks outperform mainland China by most since 2008

Investor concerns about China’s economic outlook, combined with strong interest in Hong Kong’s technology sector, have led to unprecedented capital movement from the mainland, boos...

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Financial Times • May 17, 2025

Starmer closes in on EU food trade deal in run-up to key summit

The potential veterinary arrangement could impact the UK’s economic relationship with the EU by requiring adherence to certain regulations on food safety and animal welfare, influe...

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Financial Times • May 17, 2025

Does Moody’s US downgrade matter?

A single-notch credit rating reduction by Moody’s can influence investor confidence, affect borrowing costs for financial institutions, and shape economic policy decisions at the f...

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Financial Times • May 17, 2025

Crypto traders who won dinner with Trump also made big profits

Several investors who acquired significant amounts of the president's digital currency reportedly reaped substantial gains, as many of these assets have been moved to different wal...

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Financial Times • May 17, 2025

The deal that has spurred Apollo’s plan to remake Wall Street

The purchase of Credit Suisse’s securitised asset division represents a major strategic investment that is expected to significantly enhance Apollo’s position in the private asset...

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Financial Times • May 17, 2025

The ‘Taco’ factor has spurred markets higher

Investor optimism driven by skepticism toward challenging policy decisions contributed to a volatile but upward movement in financial markets over the recent trading period.

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Financial Times • May 17, 2025

BT nears deal to sell TNT Sports stake to Warner Bros Discovery

BT is close to finalizing an agreement to transfer its ownership interest in TNT Sports to Warner Bros Discovery, potentially ending its participation in sports broadcasting rights...

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Financial Times • May 16, 2025

Trump returns from Middle East dealmaking to domestic economic gloom

After concluding diplomatic efforts abroad, the president faces a lowered credit rating and increased inflation concerns, which could impact the nation's economic outlook and finan...

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Financial Times • May 16, 2025

Keir Starmer considers partial retreat on winter fuel cuts

The financial impact of the winter fuel reductions is seen as a key factor influencing recent local election results, prompting Keir Starmer to rethink the approach to these cuts.

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Financial Times • May 16, 2025

US and EU break impasse to enable tariff talks

Brussels and Washington resumed discussions by exchanging key documents, potentially paving the way for negotiations that could impact trade costs and economic relations between th...

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Financial Times • May 16, 2025

Federal Reserve to slash staff by 10% over several years

The planned workforce reduction at the Federal Reserve is expected to decrease operational expenses, reflecting an effort to manage public funds more efficiently over the upcoming...

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Financial Times • May 16, 2025

Trump says US will set new tariff rates for scores of countries

The announcement indicates a potential shift in trade policy that could impact import costs and international economic relations, reflecting challenges in negotiating agreements wi...

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Financial Times • May 16, 2025

UK water watchdog woos investors with ‘guaranteed revenues’ as it seeks £50bn

The regulator aims to attract investment by offering stable returns to support funding for essential upgrades to the aging water supply and sewage systems across the country.

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Financial Times • May 16, 2025

How Ukraine lost hundreds of millions on arms deals gone wrong

Ukraine faced substantial financial setbacks as payments to international intermediaries for ammunition and weaponry often resulted in unusable goods or undelivered shipments, stra...

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Financial Times • May 16, 2025

A US recession doesn’t seem so likely any more

Recent developments indicate that economic downturn concerns have eased, as leadership responses adapt to changing market conditions, potentially influencing investor confidence an...

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Financial Times • May 16, 2025

UK ministers consider cutting tax-free cash Isa allowance

Reducing the tax-exempt limit on ISAs could potentially redirect investments toward stocks and equity funds, influencing the allocation of personal savings within the financial mar...

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Financial Times • May 15, 2025

US administration split on when to add Chinese chipmakers to export blacklist

Certain members of the US government are concerned that imposing restrictions on Chinese semiconductor companies prematurely might negatively impact ongoing negotiations aimed at i...

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