Iranian Currency Plummets to New Low Under Sanctions
Iran's rial currency has collapsed to a historic low of 1.2 million to the US dollar, intensifying economic hardship for citizens as nuclear sanctions bite. Discover the causes and consequences.
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Asian Shares Mixed: Tech Boost Offsets China Weakness
Asian markets diverged on Wednesday. Japanese and Korean tech stocks soared, while Chinese indices fell on weak factory data. Bitcoin rebounded above $94,000. Get the full analysis.
Record £23m for Fabergé Winter Egg in London
A historic Fabergé egg, commissioned by Tsar Nicholas II, has sold for a world-record £22.9 million at Christie's London. Discover the story of this imperial treasure.
Trump Hints Kevin Hassett as Next Federal Reserve Chair
Donald Trump strongly indicated Kevin Hassett will be his pick for Federal Reserve Chairman in 2026, criticising current chair Jerome Powell as 'incompetent'. Read the latest on the potential leadership shake-up.
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EuroMillions & Thunderball Results for Tuesday 2 December
Check the winning EuroMillions and Thunderball numbers for Tuesday 2 December 2025. A new £14 million jackpot was up for grabs. Did you win?
Bank of England warns of dot-com level AI bubble risk
The Bank of England warns US tech valuations are near dot-com bubble peaks, with AI firms' debt-fueled spending posing a systemic risk. Discover the full stability report findings.
SoftBank's Son sold Nvidia shares to fund OpenAI bets
SoftBank founder Masayoshi Son explains his $15bn Nvidia stock sale was to raise cash for AI investments like OpenAI, not a lack of faith in the chip giant. Discover the market impact.
Gilt Yields Swing Wildly Amid Budget Tax Speculation
UK bond markets experienced extreme volatility in the run-up to the Budget as Chancellor Rachel Reeves' signals on income tax sent borrowing costs soaring and plunging. Discover the key dates and market reactions.
Michael Burry: Tesla is 'Ridiculously Overvalued'
Famed 'Big Short' investor Michael Burry targets Tesla, calling it overvalued. He also questions the AI boom and tech giants like Nvidia. Read his latest market warnings.
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The $124 Trillion 'Great Wealth Transfer' Explained
A seismic $124 trillion wealth transfer from Baby Boomers is underway. Discover which generations will benefit most and the profound economic implications.
Investment Bank Cheers Budget's London Market Boost
Peel Hunt welcomes Chancellor's stamp duty holiday for new IPOs and ISA changes as positive steps to boost UK investment. Read the full analysis.
Andreas Whittam Smith: The Independent's Founding Gambler
Explore the remarkable life of Sir Andreas Whittam Smith, the principled journalist who co-founded The Independent and later safeguarded the Church of England's finances through the credit crunch.
Ozempic Reshapes Economy: Winners & Losers Revealed
Discover how weight-loss drugs like Ozempic are transforming industries from fashion to food. Which companies are thriving and which face decline?
S&P 500 Nears Record High After November Rally
Wall Street stages a dramatic recovery, with the S&P 500 closing November in positive territory. Discover how shifting investor sentiment and key economic data fueled the rally.
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FTSE 100 Rises as Whitbread Slumps on Budget Changes
The FTSE 100 ended a winning week up 1.9% despite Premier Inn owner Whitbread plunging 11% on a £50m business rates hit from the Budget. Discover the full market movers.
Historic Portland oyster bar faces closure after 118 years
Dan & Louis Oyster Bar, serving Portland since 1907, battles survival as pandemic recovery stalls and downtown footfall plummets. Owners plead for community support to save institution.
M&B profits jump 20% despite £130m cost pressures
Mitchells & Butlers reports strong £2.7bn revenue and 20% profit growth, but warns of £130m cost hit from wage and food inflation. Discover how the pub giant plans to navigate challenges.
Labour dismantles CEO pay curb as executive salaries surge
London Stock Exchange chief reveals boards push inflated CEO pay packages as Labour scraps transparency register. Discover how government policy fuels executive pay boom.
Asian markets mixed in holiday-thinned trading
Asian shares delivered a mixed performance as tech stocks retreated. Discover how Federal Reserve policy and AI developments are shaping global markets.
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UK Mid-Caps Shine in Calm Post-Budget Trading
FTSE 250 gains 0.9% as UK assets hold steady post-Budget. Banks rally on rate cut hopes while bookmakers face tax headwinds. Full market analysis inside.
Flutter warns £650m profit hit from gambling tax rise
Paddy Power owner Flutter expects an £650m profit impact over two years after the UK government's online gambling tax increase. Discover the industry's reaction.
Flutter warns of £650m hit from gambling tax rise
Paddy Power owner Flutter expects a £650 million earnings blow from the UK's Budget gambling tax increases. The firm warns it could boost illegal operators. Discover the full impact.
Flutter warns £650m hit from gambling tax rise
Paddy Power owner Flutter warns UK Budget tax increases will slash earnings by £650m over two years. Discover the impact on the industry and Flutter's mitigation plans.
Asian shares rise following Wall Street's winning streak
Asian markets advanced, mirroring Wall Street's fourth-day rally. Investors bet on a December Fed rate cut. Discover the latest on Nikkei and Hang Seng gains.
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AI stock bubble burst risks £26bn UK borrowing shock
Experts warn an AI stock market crash could force £26bn extra borrowing, jeopardising the Chancellor's fiscal plans. Discover how Wall Street volatility threatens UK households.
Gopichand Hinduja, UK's Richest Man, Dies at 85
Billionaire Gopichand Hinduja, who topped the UK rich list with a £35bn family empire, has died. Discover the story of the secretive tycoon and his legacy.
Betting shares tumble after Budget gambling tax hike
Shares in major UK betting firms plummet after the Budget reveals a sharp rise in remote gaming duty. The changes could push £1.1bn to Treasury but risk jobs and black markets.
Asian markets climb as Fed rate cut hopes fuel rally
Asian shares advanced, mirroring Wall Street's rally on growing expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Discover how global markets reacted and what it means for investors.
UK stocks climb amid Budget tax relief rumours
London markets rallied as banking stocks surged on reports Chancellor Rachel Reeves will spare banks from tax hikes in Wednesday's Budget. The FTSE 100 gained 0.8% while the pound strengthened to $1.3183.
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Reeves Plans Stamp Duty Holiday for UK Listings
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce a three-year stamp duty holiday on new UK stock market listings in a bid to boost the City's competitiveness and attract more IPOs.
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