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Trump tries economic reset as Republicans fret over high gas prices
LAS VEGAS: U.S. President Donald Trump will look to brush off concerns about the economy and the sagging political prospects of his Republican Party during a campaign-style swing through the battleground states of Nevada and Arizona this week, as the war with Iran pushes gasoline prices higher. Trump is set to use a Thursday stop in Las Vegas to tout his tax and immigration bill that includes campaign promises tailored to court hourly and hospitality workers. But spiking prices nationwide R...
Trump tries economic reset as Republicans fret over high gas prices
InternationalMust ReadTrump tries economic reset as Republicans fret over high gas pricesBy Reuters -Apr 16, 2026LAS VEGAS: U.S. President Donald Trump will look to brush off concerns about the economy and the sagging political prospects of his Republican Party during a campaign-style swing through the battleground states of Nevada and Arizona this week, as the war with Iran pushes gasoline prices higher. Trump is set to use a Thursday stop in Las Vegas to tout his tax and immigration bill tha...
How the UAE is buying gold
Akshaya Tritiya draws its usual crowds in the UAE, with families walking into gold souks and malls with quiet certainty. The festival still carries its weight. This year, the shift is not in sentiment but in behaviour. Buyers are more deliberate, more informed, and more willing to balance emotion with value.John Paul Alukkas, CEO, Joyalukkas JewelleryAcross showrooms, the festive mood holds steady. Customers are browsing, booking and returning to familiar brands. At the same time, their approach...
Hays cuts consultancy staff by 14% in tough recruitment market
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Bondholders Seek Sweeteners as Shapoorji Unit Pushes Extension
Bondholders in a unit of India’s Shapoorji Pallonji Group are asking for compensation after the construction conglomerate sought a two-month extension to repay its debt, according to people familiar with the matter.
TSMC targets over 30% revenue surge in 2026, ramps up capex amid booming AI demand
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) expects a revenue surge of more than 30 per cent in 2026 as the world’s largest contract chipmaker “pulls in all equipment” to ramp up supply, as management downplayed the impact of memory price hikes and Middle East tensions. During its first-quarter earnings call on Thursday, company executives voiced optimism for the year ahead anchored by the global AI frenzy, attributing the expected revenue surge to strong demand for artificial intelligence and....
Spain purchased record large gas volume from Russia — newspaper
According to Enagas energy company, Spain purchased the equivalent of 9,807 GWh of LNG from Russia
UK economy surged ahead of Iran war, but energy shock to test resilience
LONDON: Britain’s economy put on a burst of growth in February, suggesting it was in slightly better shape before the start of the Iran war than many economists had feared, official figures showed on Thursday. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expanded 0.5% month-on-month in February, the biggest increase since January 2024, the Office for National Statistics said. Economists polled by Reuters had forecast a much more modest reading of 0.2%. While the figures are likely to cheer UK Finance Mi...
UK economy surged ahead of Iran war, but energy shock to test resilience
InternationalMust ReadUK economy surged ahead of Iran war, but energy shock to test resilienceBy Reuters -Apr 16, 2026LONDON: Britain’s economy put on a burst of growth in February, suggesting it was in slightly better shape before the start of the Iran war than many economists had feared, official figures showed on Thursday. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expanded 0.5% month-on-month in February, the biggest increase since January 2024, the Office for National Statistics said. Economists polled...
Labour donor revealed to be buyer of Nick Candy's £275million Chelsea mansion
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Bukayo Saka's clever business move paying off as Arsenal star banks millions
Bukayo Saka's clever business move paying off as Arsenal star banks millionsArsenal star Bukayo Saka has banked £2m following a savvy business move earlier on in his careerCommentsSportMatty Hewitt Senior Sport Central Audience Writer 12:02, 16 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesBukayo Saka has banked £2m from a savvy business decision.Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka has banked a whopped £2m after a savvy business move last year. BS7 Rights Limited, Saka's company which is overseen by his parents Adenik...
‘A dollar or two increase is devastating’: US readers on toll of rising gas prices
Guardian readers describe how their lives have been upended by cost hikes stemming from Trump’s Iran warWith the US and Israel’s war on Iran now in its seventh week, with a fragile ceasefire in place since earlier this month, Americans are continuing to feel the effects at the pump as global fuel prices rise.For several readers who spoke to the Guardian, the impact has forced difficult trade-offs – from accessing essential medicines and groceries to facing the brink of homelessness amid an alrea...
Utah passes new law to combat overcharges at dollar stores after Guardian investigation
Investigation of Family Dollar and Dollar General prompts lawmakers to double penalties for retailers that repeatedly charge more at checkout than prices listed on shelvesUtah lawmakers have voted to stiffen penalties on retailers who chronically overcharge customers.The new state law, which takes effect on 6 May, was introduced in direct response to a Guardian investigation of pricing practices at two national chains, Dollar General and Family Dollar, according to an official who oversees the s...
Dunelm flags ‘softer’ March trading as profits set for lower end of targets
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NPS, EPF or mutual funds: Where should you invest Rs 5,000 for 10 years
NPS EPF or mutual funds Where should you invest Rs for years
German Companies Increasingly Favor Asia Over US Investments
Fewer German companies are investing in the US due to President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs and instead shift their focus to China and other Asian countries, according to a survey by industry lobby group DIHK.
Current account posts surplus of $1.07bn in March
Pakistan recorded a sizable current account surplus in March, it emerged on Wednesday. In a post on social media platform X, the State Bank of Pakistan said, “Current account balance recorded a surplus of $1,070 million in Mar 2026 compared to a surplus of $231 million in Feb 2026.” Adviser to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad said on X, “Pakistan’s external account continues to strengthen, delivering a third consecutive monthly surplus in 2026...
Dh100m on the table: UAE launches empowerment fund for non-profit organisations
Dubai: The UAE has taken a significant step towards strengthening its non-profit sector with the launch of the non-profit organisations (NPO) empowerment fund, a Dh100 million initiative designed to support community-driven programmes across the country. The launch ceremony has been held today at the Emirates Towers in Dubai and has been graced by Shamma Al Mazrui, minister of the Ministry of Community Empowerment, together with representatives from various NPOs.“This is why we created the...
Prestige One Developments hands over two key projects and awards contracts worth Dh500m
Prestige One Developments handed over Vista, its landmark residential development in Dubai Sports City, in a grand, high-profile ceremony attended by senior government officials, contractors, the Prestige One team, and the company’s exclusive channel partners, alongside key industry stakeholders.The event welcomed distinguished representatives from Dubai Land Department (DLD) and Dubai Development Authority (DDA), who joined Ajmal Saifi for an exclusive walkthrough of Vista, highlighting the pro...
Did Adrian Portelli PREDICT the fuel crisis? Billionaire couldn't have picked a better moment to unveil his latest lucrative venture
Did Adrian Portelli PREDICT the fuel crisis? Billionaire couldn't have picked a better moment to unveil his latest lucrative ventureAdrian Portelli is opening a service stationHe announced 'discount' fuel in December READ MORE: Adrian Portelli's massive property fail is exposedREAD MORE: Dubai still idyllic despite unrest in Gulf claims Portelli By ASHLEY NICKEL, NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 11:52, 16 April 2026 | Updated: 11:52, 16 April 2026 e-mail View comments