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US prices remain high as fuel costs squeeze household budgets
US annual inflation held steady at 3.4% through August, driven by elevated gasoline prices amid global supply disruptions, pressuring household budgets and wage growth.
Is Patagonia the new data center hub? + Harley-Davidson’s role in the trade war
Argentine leadership is attracting major tech investment to Patagonia, with OpenAI planning a $25 billion data center project, while China’s semiconductor exports surge despite trade barriers.
How the High Street became a window on our political instability
BBC investigation reveals organized crime networks operating openly on UK High Streets, with over 3,600 shops found with illegal goods seized during 2024-25, reflecting broader political and social instability.
Somerset cider makers left with very few apples after heatwaves
Somerset cider producers report devastating apple losses due to prolonged drought, with some orchards yielding only 10% of normal crops and widespread early fruit drop.
Here’s where rental demand is heading and what it means for future home sales
Rental demand is increasing in affordable markets like Buffalo, Chicago, and Houston as renters seek cheaper alternatives to high-priced for-sale homes, signaling potential future migration patterns for home purchases.
How one hedge-fund manager built his firm to be powered entirely by AI agents
A hedge-fund manager built his trading firm using AI agents instead of human staff, reducing annual labor costs from approximately $5 million to $30,000-$40,000 while operating continuously.
Interest rates could rise again across the world – here’s why
Central banks globally are responding to surging oil prices and inflation concerns by signaling potential interest rate increases, with the US Federal Reserve and Bank of England set to decide next week.
Trouble in US bond market could mean higher prices are here to stay
Rising US government bond yields driven by inflation concerns and geopolitical tensions could result in sustained higher borrowing costs for consumers across mortgages, auto loans, and credit cards.
Wealthy investors seek oil and gas assets, but bargains are scarce
Ultra-high-net-worth investors are increasingly interested in oil and gas assets, but deal valuations have become less attractive as competition intensifies among institutional and private-equity buyers.
The ‘choose your own adventure’ earnings: Why retailers are handling tariff refunds so differently
Retailers are handling tariff refunds from a Supreme Court ruling inconsistently, with some using the money to lower prices while others boost shareholder earnings, creating confusion for Wall Street analysts.
American Airlines continues premium push with redesigned Boeing planes
American Airlines deployed its first retrofitted Boeing 777-300ER aircraft with premium seating, featuring 70 lie-flat suites and expanded premium cabin options for long-haul international routes.
Southwest to debut airport lounges in four cities, with more to come
Southwest Airlines announced plans to open airport lounges in Austin, Baltimore, Honolulu, and Nashville in late 2027, with additional locations planned across high-demand markets in subsequent years.
GM vs. Ford: U.S. defense, energy sectors add to automakers’ century-old rivalry
General Motors and Ford are expanding their rivalry beyond automobiles into U.S. military contracts and energy storage systems, seeking new growth opportunities as electric vehicle sales disappoint.
Ikea wins right to launch legal action against Belgian far-right party
Ikea won the right to pursue legal action against a Belgian far-right party that used the company’s branding in anti-immigration political materials, Europe’s highest court ruled.
Energy costs: Share Energy to increase electricity prices by 12.6%
Share Energy, a Northern Ireland electricity supplier, will increase tariff prices by 12.6% from 1 October, citing exceptional market volatility and rising wholesale costs.
JP Morgan boss Jamie Dimon warns UK chancellor against bank tax hike
JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon has warned UK Chancellor John Healey that raising taxes on banks could threaten investment and employment in the country ahead of an October budget.
Firms scramble for battery power in Spain and Portugal
Spanish and Portuguese firms are rapidly investing in battery storage systems following a major power outage last April, with battery capacity in Spain increasing nearly sevenfold since the blackout.
‘JLR job cuts a cause for uncertainty and worry’
Jaguar Land Rover is cutting 4,000 jobs over two years, primarily at its Coventry headquarters, raising concerns about the company’s future innovation capacity and the West Midlands’ skilled workforce.
Chrystia Freeland negotiated with Trump. Now she’s watching a trade war unfold
Canada has imposed retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods as trade tensions escalate, with former Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland warning that the U.S. risks alienating longtime allies.
United Utilities fined nearly £1m after discharging raw sewage along Lancashire coast
United Utilities was fined nearly £1 million after illegally discharging raw sewage along Lancashire’s coast in June 2023, affecting seaside communities including Blackpool and contaminating bathing waters.
Trump administration expresses ‘profound concern’ over Ford’s ties to China
The Trump administration expressed concern about Ford Motor’s business relationships with Chinese companies, questioning their impact on U.S. automotive manufacturing and national security interests.
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