Economy
Criminal investigation into Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell has been initiated by the US justice department
12 January 2026 | 18:32
Criminal investigation into Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell has been initiated by the US justice department
On Sunday, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell disclosed that federal prosecutors have initiated a criminal investigation targeting him. The Justice…
How China’s luxury durian market became a billion-dollar industry for high-end fruit producers
11 January 2026 | 18:36
How China’s luxury durian market became a billion-dollar industry for high-end fruit producers
In the Malaysian town of Raub, durians dominate every aspect of daily life. Trucks carrying the prickly fruit wind through…
What caused the inventory crisis at luxury retailer Saks Fifth Avenue
10 January 2026 | 19:36
What caused the inventory crisis at luxury retailer Saks Fifth Avenue
Shoppers visiting the Manhattan flagship of a prestigious luxury retailer recently encountered empty shelves and cancelled orders, revealing deeper financial…
What you should understand about artificial intelligence risks to protect your financial investments from potential collapse
10 January 2026 | 18:03
What you should understand about artificial intelligence risks to protect your financial investments from potential collapse
As markets open 2025 with surging valuations, prominent figures including the Bank of England governor and Alphabet’s leadership have expressed…
Rio Tinto and Glencore resume discussions about their potential multibillion dollar merger agreement
10 January 2026 | 07:50
Rio Tinto and Glencore resume discussions about their potential multibillion dollar merger agreement
Two major mining corporations, Rio Tinto and Glencore, have resumed negotiations regarding a potential merger that would establish the world’s…
Council tax increases prompt accusations that reform UK has abandoned its election commitments to voters
10 January 2026 | 06:01
Council tax increases prompt accusations that reform UK has abandoned its election commitments to voters
Multiple councils governed by Reform UK have announced substantial increases to council tax, sparking accusations that the party has abandoned…
Labour’s plan to reverse pub business rates policy comes following sustained pressure from the sector
9 January 2026 | 07:44
Labour’s plan to reverse pub business rates policy comes following sustained pressure from the sector
The government is reversing its stance on business rates changes affecting pubs following sustained pressure from the hospitality sector. Ministers…
Greggs’ sales are being impacted by the rising popularity of weight loss injections
9 January 2026 | 06:15
Greggs’ sales are being impacted by the rising popularity of weight loss injections
Weight loss medications have become a significant factor affecting consumer purchasing habits across major retail sectors. Appetite-suppressing drugs are reshaping…
Kingsmill owner’s planned Hovis takeover faces investigation from UK competition watchdog authorities
8 January 2026 | 19:38
Kingsmill owner’s planned Hovis takeover faces investigation from UK competition watchdog authorities
The UK competition regulator has intensified scrutiny of a £75 million acquisition in which Associated British Foods plans to acquire…
Labour’s worker rights concessions could save businesses billions according to new assessment
8 January 2026 | 18:20
Labour’s worker rights concessions could save businesses billions according to new assessment
Government impact assessment reveals reduced business costs from Labour’s workers’ rights reforms. An initial analysis projected expenses of £5bn annually…