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Micron’s Cheap Stock Valuation Seen as a Contrarian Warning Sign
Micron Technology Inc. is the third-best performer in the S&P 500 Index this year and at the same time one of the least expensive stocks in the market. While that dichotomy looks bullish on the surface, it may be more of a warning sign than a green light for investors.
Korea’s Pension Fund Raises Domestic Stock Target as Kospi Soars
South Korea’s giant pension fund sharply ramped up its allocation target for domestic equities, a move that may help it avoid forced sales of Kospi shares after the recent rally pushed its holdings above the limit.
Quarter of London small businesses still say Brexit is holding back growth
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Deutsche Bank Chairman Pay Hike Rejected as Too Much by Investor
Deutsche Bank AG’s plan to give a big pay raise to Supervisory Board Chairman Alexander Wynaendts drew criticism at the lender’s annual general meeting.
Guangzhou Exchange Said to Study Night Trading for Platinum
China’s Guangzhou Futures Exchange is exploring launching night trading, primarily for platinum and palladium contracts, in response to trader feedback, according to people familiar with the matter.
Gold, silver price prediction: Where are metal rates headed in near future?
Gold and silver price prediction today: MCX Gold is showing a bearish bias and MCX Silver is consolidating this week, according to Abhilash Koikkara, Head - Forex & Commodities, Nuvama Professional Clients Group.
Billionaire Bezos suggests no taxes for half the nation. Is that crazy or overdue?
Billionaire Jeff Bezos just detonated a financial hand grenade in the middle of America’s tax debate.The Amazon founder recently suggested that the bottom half of American earners should pay zero federal income tax. Not lower taxes. Not a temporary rebate. Zero. And whether you love billionaires or hate them, you have to admit something uncomfortable about Bezos’ proposal.A whole lot of Americans heard that idea and thought, "Honestly … why am I paying taxes at all?"BILL MAHER CALLS OUT BERNIE S...
Trump wants a gas tax holiday. There's a much bigger problem looming
Suspending the federal gasoline tax could save drivers up to 18.4 cents per gallon. But it would drain the fund meant to cover roadbuilding and repairs — a fund that's already in trouble.(Image credit: Mario Tama)
Millions of homeowners could miss out on £2,500 air con grants
Millions of homeowners could miss out on new grants for air conditioning, with those living in flats likely to face the biggest hurdles. Ministers have launched £2,500 grants for air-to-air heat (A2A) pumps, which offer air cooling and heating, meaning those with smaller homes or flats could upgrade to the new system for around half price. But there are several potential hold-ups to consider, from issues securing planning permission to a lack of space either indoors or outdoors, building exp...
Tesco deal helps Esquires Coffee owner to surge in sales as it eyes 300 stores
A fresh deal with Tesco helped the owner of the Esquires Coffee chain to a jump in turnover. Cooks Coffee Company, which is listed on Aquis, posted UK and Ireland store sales of £43.1m for the year to end March, a surge of 22.8 per cent. Pre-tax earnings rose 6.8 per cent to £529,000, while group revenue almost doubled to £5.4m. The firm, which has sites in Kingston upon Thames, Twickenham and Ruislip, opened a host of new coffee shops during the year, including 12 net openings in the UK....
EasyJet investigated over claims baggage pricing misleads passengers
The case against easyJet is focused on how the airline structures and presents baggage fees on its website and mobile app
Ousted BP chairman says he called out ‘excessive’ spending like limousine travel
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OPINION - Why the Met Police could challenge Sadiq Khan in court over £50m AI kibosh
The Mayor of London has blocked Palantir from working with the Metropolitan Police in a move that could mean more crime in London. Is political bias at play, asks former Attorney General Micheal Ellis
Aldi confirms major summer price change across 1,080 UK stores
Aldi confirms major summer price change across 1,080 UK storesThe supermarket chain has invested over £200million in keeping prices low for customers in 2026, including £60million of reductions brought in this week. Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments By Chris Samuel 09:40, Thu, May 28, 2026 Updated: 09:42, Thu, May 28, 2026 Aldi says it has invested over £200m on keeping prices low (Image: Getty)...
Horrific crash, setbacks and the wait: Bharti struggles, but keeps India dream alive
Footballer Abneet Bharti, currently with Academia del Balompie Boliviano, suffered a career setback after a cycling accident in Bolivia left him injured and unable to play. Bharti’s dream of representing India has already been hindered by bureaucratic challenges, but he remains determined to earn his first cap despite ongoing obstacles.
Consumer court orders Rs 50k compensation as Ola driver takes her 25 km in wrong directio
A consumer commission in Andhra Pradesh has ordered Ola to pay Rs 50,000 in compensation to a woman passenger. She was left stranded on a highway by a driver while en route to a crucial judicial exam. The commission ruled Ola is liable for the driver's misconduct, emphasizing the company's duty of care to consumers using its platform.
Russia Starts Offering Yuan Bonds After Putin’s Visit to Beijing
Russia started accepting bids for its second sale of yuan-denominated sovereign bonds after President Vladimir Putin held talks in Beijing last week.
'Thought Rs 99 Won't Matter': GenZ Says Subscriptions Draining Salaries
Experts say Gen Z is increasingly facing "micro-spending fatigue" -- dozens of small digital payments quietly draining disposable income.
JP Morgan responds to order to pay $4 million to ex-employee fired over home business meeting
A Wall Street arbitration panel has ordered JP Morgan to pay former employee Ryan Bodner $4 million in damages, plus interest, for wrongful termination. Bodner was fired over an expense submission for a business meeting at his home, which the bank allegedly mischaracterized as a party. The panel also recommended expunging the reason for his termination from his record.
Britain’s saddest shopping centre - ‘people haven’t got enough money’
Britain’s saddest shopping centre - ‘people haven’t got enough money’What has been dubbed Britain's 'saddest' shopping centre has just one shop left, but there are plans to transform it Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments By Brian Dillon, Audience Writer 09:12, Thu, May 28, 2026 Updated: 09:28, Thu, May 28, 2026 Riverside Shopping Centre will be transformed by the council (Image: Wychavon District...