French Prime Minister resigns after a confidence defeat in parliament. Political turmoil, looming protests, and leadership uncertainty dominate France’s immediate future.
Pound holds firm amid weak U.S. jobs data, with sterling supported by diverging central bank outlooks, fading Fed confidence, and solid interest rate differentials.
European bond yields jump global markets react sharply as 30-year yields spike across EU nations, triggering equity selloffs and capital flight toward safe havens.
UK stocks inch up on strong gains in defence and mining sectors, with BAE Systems, Hochschild Mining, and Kainos leading the FTSE higher amid a boost
Southern Europe farmers face rising losses due to climate crisis, with extreme heat, drought, and wildfires impacting crop yields and rural economies. Urgent adaptation and EU support are critical.
UK house prices fell 1.2% in July—the steepest drop in over 20 years—while buyer activity surged. Improved affordability and falling mortgage rates
Renewable energy losses in Europe hit €7.2 billion in 2024 due to grid bottlenecks. Delayed grid expansion and outdated planning hinder wind and solar integration.
The European Central Bank is expected to hold rates at 2.00% in September 2025, delaying any cuts until December or later. Stable inflation and tight labor markets support a cautious policy stance.
The UK economy grew 0.3% in Q2 2025, beating forecasts despite a slowdown from Q1. Services and construction drove gains, while business investment fell. Fiscal and monetary policy paths remain complex.
Gildan Activewear is close to acquiring Hanesbrands in a $5 billion deal, aiming to dominate the basics and innerwear market. The merger could reshape North American apparel through scale, branding, and cost synergies.
UK unemployment rises to 4.7% as payrolls shrink for a sixth month, but wage growth remains high at 5%. The Bank of England faces conflicting signals on inflation and job market weakness.
European leaders demand Ukraine’s full inclusion in any peace negotiations with Russia, warning that decisions without Kyiv undermine sovereignty and European security.
European stocks rise as anticipation builds around a Trump–Putin summit, sparking hopes for Ukraine de-escalation. Defense shares fall, Ukrainian bonds rally, and investors shift toward tech and consumer sectors amid changing geopolitical risk.
October 8, 2024 : A U.S. federal judge has ruled in favor of Epic Games in its antitrust lawsuit against Google, ordering the tech giant to open its Android app store to competition.
October 7, 2024 : Recursion Pharmaceuticals, a pioneering biotechnology company leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for drug discovery, has secured approval from the U.S.
October 3, 2024 : Meta, Facebook’s parent company, has entered into a data-sharing agreement with a consortium of UK banks to enhance the detection and prevention of financial scams.
October 1, 2024 : A prominent Wall Street analyst firm has positively endorsed Best Buy, raising its price target and recommending that investors buy company shares.
October 1, 2024 : A prominent Wall Street analyst firm has positively endorsed Best Buy, raising its price target and recommending that investors buy company shares.
September 30, 2024 : OpenAI, the artificial intelligence research laboratory responsible for developing ChatGPT, has disclosed a substantial financial loss for 2024.
September 26, 2024 : A recent study has suggested that Ozempic, a diabetes medication manufactured by Novo Nordisk, may lower the risk of opioid overdoses.
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