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France to support implementation of TRIPP connectivity project in Armenia
The agreement also noted that the two countries will step up efforts to promote investment in each other’s economies
The Papers: 'Borrowing costs hit 28-year high' and 'Come cry with me'
'Borrowing costs hit 28-year high' and 'Come cry with me'9 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleThe upcoming local elections on Thursday and jet fuel shortages dominate Wednesday's papers. Long-term borrowing costs have hit at 28-year high, the Guardian reports, as Labour is "under pressure" to protect low-income households from soaring utility bills before winter. Elsewhere, superstar Beyoncé's eye-catching skeleton dress at the Met Gala dominate...
California accuses State Farm of delaying and underpaying wildfire claims
The California Department of Insurance is accusing State Farm, the nation's largest home insurance company, of delaying, denying and underpaying claims after last year's wildfires. Carter Evans reports.
Reinstate windfall tax on banks after surge in profits, TUC urges
Unions group wants rate returned from 3% to 8% after big four UK lenders reveal £14bn total profit in first quarter An increased windfall tax should be imposed on the UK’s largest banks according to trade union leaders, after the big four lenders reported almost £14bn in first-quarter profits, partly fuelled by market turbulence caused by the Iran war.The Trades Union Congress (TUC) renewed its call for an increase in the current bank surcharge, which was reduced from 8% to 3% of profits above £...
Will YOUR mortgage go up by £3,380 a year because of Trumpflation? How worst case scenario could play out
Will YOUR mortgage go up by £3,380 a year because of Trumpflation? How worst case scenario could play outThree key possible outcomes for inflation & mortgage costs due to Iran conflictBy ED MAGNUS, SENIOR THIS IS MONEY REPORTER Updated: 00:01, 6 May 2026 e-mail 3 View comments
Iran war sparks food price fears with retailers admitting people 'right to be concerned'
Four in five people fear food prices will rise because of the war in Iran, and retailers say they are “right to be concerned”. The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has urged the Government to cut domestic costs to help them keep prices down for consumers. It says ministers could help by easing pressure on businesses from higher national insurance, packaging levies, new regulations, and business energy charges.It pointed out these were policy issues unrelated to the war and said that the Governmen...
Barclays invests £4m in StepChange to help digital transformation
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Government needs to act on Middle East impact on retail, industry warns
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Investment Bank William Blair Bolsters its Sports Dealmaking Capabilities With Inner Circle Acquisition
Investment bank William Blair has reached an agreement to purchase boutique advisor Inner Circle Sports, a move that will give the firm an immediate presence in the rapidly growing world of sports dealmaking. Under the agreement, Inner Circle and all 16 of its employees will move under the William Blair umbrella. Co-founders Rob Tilliss and […]
Stocks rise, oil falls as traders eye earnings, US-Iran ceasefire
European and US stocks advanced Tuesday, lifting Wall Street indices to fresh records, as investors focused on first-quarter corporate earnings instead of uncertainty over the fragile US-Iran ceasefire. Oil prices pulled back, even as the United Arab Emirates said it came under a second day of Iranian missile and drone attacks.'Epic Fury', offensive stage of Iran war, is 'over': RubioIran and US forces traded fire Monday as they vied for control of the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial export rou...
Venezuela itself decided to halt oil supplies to Cuba — Rubio
Under new agreements between the United States and Venezuela, revenues from the sale of Venezuelan oil are accumulated in accounts controlled by Washington
Live Nation Posts Overall Growth in First Quarter Despite $450 Million Hit Due to Department of Justice Settlement and Litigation
Live Nation posted overall growth in its first quarter of the year with $3.79 billion in revenue despite taking a $450 million hit due to the legal costs associated with its Department of Justice settlement and litigation with the states. The company revealed the $450 million figure in its Q1 2026 earnings report, upping the […]
Oil prices tumble as risk sentiment shifts, key benchmarks drop sharply
Global oil prices slid sharply on Wednesday (May 6), with major crude benchmarks falling more than 3% as traders weighed easing market fears and profit-taking ahead of the weekend.At about 7:08 am Tokyo time, US WTI crude futures were trading around $102.27 a barrel, down $3.91, or 3.7%, while Brent crude slipped to $110.29, a loss of $4.15, or 3.6%, according to OilPrice.org. Both benchmarks have been sensitive to shifting global economic and ge...
Asian Stocks to Track US Gains on Truce Optimism: Markets Wrap
Stocks in Asia are set to follow Wall Street higher, while oil steadied after its biggest drop in two weeks, as signs that a ceasefire in the Middle East is holding eased fears of a broader conflict that could threaten the global economy.
Rubio insists US is ‘very fortunate’ as Iran war pushes gas price near $4.50
US secretary of state says US is better off than other countries hit by disruption in oil suppliesMarco Rubio has argued the US is in a “very fortunate” position as fuel prices continue to climb nationwide amid disruption sparked by the US-Israel war on Iran.With average US fuel prices now approaching $4.50 a gallon – their highest level in four years – the US secretary of state was asked on Tuesday how long Americans should accept them at such levels. Continue reading...
UK government borrowing costs hit 28-year high as investors spooked by fear of Labour lurch to the Left
UK government borrowing costs hit 28-year high as investors spooked by fear of Labour lurch to the LeftBy JOHN-PAUL FORD ROJAS, DEPUTY BUSINESS EDITOR Updated: 22:47, 5 May 2026 e-mail 33 View comments
'I have to make my own dog food' - voters counting living costs on eve of election
'I have to make my own dog food' - voters counting living costs on eve of electionJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleFelicity EvansWales money editorBBCAs well as making her own dog food for Luna, India Lerigo batch cooks a month's worth of meals over one weekend for herselfRising living costs has led one woman to make her own dog food in order to save money.India Lerigo, who works in Cardiff, said she saves about £100 a month making food for her Staffy, Luna, who needs ex...
The 10 British towns and cities most affected by rising energy costs
NewsUKHome NewsThe 10 British towns and cities most affected by rising energy costsThe price of energy has risen since as a result of the war in Iran and the closure of the Strait of HormuzDan Haygarth Tuesday 05 May 2026 22:38 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true,"showBookmark":true,"artic...
Argentina Upgraded by Fitch on Milei’s Economic Overhaul
Argentina’s credit score was upgraded by Fitch Ratings, signaling growing confidence in President Javier Milei’s push to overhaul the economy and secure financing to cover the country’s upcoming debt obligations.
Inside Roger and Mirka Federer’s $1.1 Billion Net Worth: Tennis’ First Billionaire
Roger Federer and Mirka Federer’s combined net worth in 2026 is around $1.1 billion or more, based on Forbes. Most of this wealth comes from brand deals, business moves, and Federer’s On investment. Mirka played a key role in managing his career. Their success shows how smart planning beyond sports can build long-term financial strength.