The US Federal Reserve has left interest rates on hold for the fourth consecutive meeting with policymakers suggesting they need “greater confidence” inflation is falling to target before rates can …
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Andretti F1 bid rejected until at least 2028
American team Andretti have seen hopes of joining the F1 grid in 2025 rejected, but they could apply again from 2028. It was announced in January that Cadillac, a division …
Brexit checks: What’s actually changing at the border?
Fruit, vegetables, flowers, Meat, fish and even live animals. All these products coming from the European Union will now have to undergo fresh border checks when they get to the …
PMQs sketch: A taxing affair
Labour’s Big Business Week got off to a not-inauspicious start as Sir Keir Starmer gained the endorsement of Iceland chairman – and former wannabe Tory MP – Richard Walker. But …
Nicola Sturgeon accused of ‘crocodile tears’ at Covid-19 inquiry
Nicola Sturgeon has been accused of “crocodile tears” during her appearance at the official Covid-19 inquiry. The former First Minister of Scotland gave evidence in Edinburgh today and became emotional …
PGA Tour to give £1bn in equity to players after £2.4bn deal with Liverpool owner
PGA Tour golfers will benefit from equity of more than £1.1bn after the circuit announced an injection of up to $3bn by a group of investors which includes the owners …
Ford set to beat Smith to England 10 shirt against Italy in Six Nations
George Ford is set to partner Danny Care for England on Saturday in Steve Borthwick’s side’s Six Nations opener against Italy. The England head coach has backed experience after a …
De Beers sales dip adds to Anglo American woes
Sales at South African-British diamond merchant De Beers have fallen, the firm reported today, adding to the woes of its owner Anglo American. While Christmas shoppers helped boost diamond sales …
Inflation in Germany and France falls as markets look for spring interest rate cuts
Inflation in Germany and France fell significantly in January, raising the chances that the European Central Bank (ECB) will start lowering interest rates soon. New figures out today showed that …
Microsoft and Google: Results show a cautious market reaction to AI spending
On paper, Microsoft and Google both reported strong quarterly earnings today and beat expectations. But the tech giants failed to satisfy the market, with shares in both companies down in …