U.S. GDP grew at a 1.5% annual rate in the second quarter as consumer spending remained robust despite rising inflation and a slowdown from earlier in the year.

UEFA threatens to boycott FIFA competitions including the World Cup if FIFA proceeds with a plan to sell a 20% stake to private equity investors, calling the proposal irresponsible.

Thames Water’s chief executive claims the company’s leakage and pollution targets are unrealistic, amid ongoing criticism of the water company’s environmental performance and financial troubles.

HSBC is closing all 19 of its Australian branches and exiting retail banking over the next 18 months, selling its mortgage and loan portfolio to Blackstone.

UK manufacturing output grew for the fourth consecutive month in July at the fastest pace in nearly two years, though geopolitical tensions and Middle East concerns weighed on business sentiment.

Visa is acquiring cybersecurity firm BioCatch for $2.4 billion to strengthen fraud detection capabilities as financial institutions face rising threats from AI-powered scams and account takeovers.

The FAA has certified Boeing’s 737 Max 7 aircraft after nearly a decade of delays following fatal crashes and safety issues. Airlines like Southwest can now begin flying the smallest model in the bestselling family.

YES Network and MSG Networks are transitioning their streaming services from the Gotham app to DAZN, affecting coverage of New York-area professional sports teams.

The Bank of England maintained interest rates at 3.75% while cautioning that escalating Middle East conflict could push inflation above 4% next year, complicating household finances.