Kingsmill Owner Cleared for Hovis Takeover to Create UK's Top Bread Brand
The CMA clears ABF's £75m Hovis takeover, citing that without the deal, ABF's bakery arm would likely exit the UK market, affecting lower-income consumers.
Category : Trade
US Proposes 12.5% Tariff on Australian Exports Over Forced Labour Concerns
US proposes 12.5% tariff on Australian exports over alleged failure to prevent forced labour imports; Australia disputes findings.
Indian Court Orders Criminal Case Against KLM Over £40,000 Peru Travel Dispute
Indian court orders criminal case against KLM after family denied boarding on £40,000 Peru flights, citing visa dispute.
Trump Announces Indonesia Trade Deal with 19% Tariffs and Boeing Jet Purchase
Trump announces trade deal with Indonesia: 19% tariffs, $15bn energy, $4.5bn agriculture, and 50 Boeing jets.
Australia Rejects US Tariffs Over Greenland Dispute
Australia urges US against tariffs over Greenland, says territory's future is for Denmark and Greenland to decide.
UAE Leaves OPEC in Major Shift for Global Oil Alliance
The UAE leaves OPEC, shaking up the 65-year-old oil alliance that controls 40% of global crude and influences prices worldwide.
Scotland-France Ferry Revival Eyed as Dunkirk Unveils £35bn Green Plan
A new ferry service between Scotland and France may launch as Dunkirk's £35bn green regeneration plan progresses, aiming to revive industrial and passenger links.
UAE Quits Opec After 60 Years in Blow to Saudi-Led Cartel
UAE quits Opec after 60 years, weakening the cartel amid Middle East crisis and tensions with Saudi Arabia over production limits.
Celtic Transfer Update: Campbell Fee, Just World Cup Heroics
Celtic face a £6.8m fee for Cole Campbell as Elijah Just scores twice for New Zealand at the World Cup, boosting his transfer value.
Strait of Hormuz Shipping Shows Early Recovery Signs, but Crisis Not Over Yet
Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz shows early recovery with 19 vessels crossing on Saturday, but oil and gas flows remain steady, not surging.
UK blocks Spanish pork imports after African swine fever outbreak
UK blocks Spanish pork imports after African swine fever outbreak in Spain, first cases in over 30 years.
Scots-Brazilian Haggisxinha Snack a World Cup Hit
Retired engineer Jimmy Main's haggisxinha, a fusion of haggis and Brazilian coxinhas, becomes a World Cup hit.
UK Supply Chains Unprepared for Major Shocks Like War, Report Warns
UK supply chains are unprepared for major shocks like war, warns National Preparedness Commission report, urging stockpiling of medicines and food.
Fifa World Cup broadcast blackout fears in India and China
Fifa faces World Cup broadcast blackout fears in India and China as rights remain unresolved weeks before the tournament.
US, UK, EU and Allies to Discuss Critical Minerals Alliance
US, UK, EU, Australia and others meet in Washington to form a critical minerals alliance to reduce reliance on China, with discussions on pricing and supply chains.
Christmas Pudding Airport Ban Stops Brits At Security
Manchester Airport warns passengers not to pack Christmas puddings in hand luggage as they can be mistaken for bombs in security x-rays.
Trump Backs Down on EU Tariff Threat, Sets July 4 Deadline for Trade Deal
Trump backs down from threat to hike EU car tariffs, sets July 4 deadline for trade deal ratification, warning of higher tariffs if bloc fails to comply.
EasyJet Warns of Profit Hit from Iran Crisis as Bookings and Fuel Costs Rise
EasyJet warns of increased losses due to Iran conflict, citing £25m rise in fuel costs and delayed bookings amid economic uncertainty.
US and China Seek to Repair Trade War Damage as Leaders Meet
US and China seek to repair trade war damage as Trump and Xi meet in Beijing, with trade reduced and companies adapting.
Hamilton Accies Eye Double Swoop Despite FIFA Ban
Hamilton Accies are lining up moves for Dom Thomas and Stuart Bannigan, along with other deals, as they await the lifting of a FIFA registration ban.
Man Utd Tell West Ham to Lower Fernandes Asking Price
Manchester United have told West Ham to lower their £80m asking price for Mateus Fernandes, who is desperate to join the Red Devils this summer.
Israeli Settler Produce Sold to Europe as Israeli, Investigation Finds
Global Echo investigation reveals systematic mislabelling of Palestinian settlement goods as Israeli, exploiting EU trade rules and costing millions in lost tariffs.
Trump: Oil Ships Moving Out of Strait of Hormuz
Donald Trump claims oil ships are moving out of the Strait of Hormuz, despite ongoing risks and unclear arrangements for safe passage.
EU Trade Deficit with China Reaches €1bn Daily
The EU's trade deficit with China hit a record €1bn a day in April, raising concerns about Europe's industrial backbone. Leaders meet this week to address the imbalance.
£5,000 Fines for Banned Duty Free Goods in England
UK introduces £5,000 fines for banned meat and dairy imports from EU to combat foot and mouth disease outbreak.
European Stocks Slide as Trump Renews Tariff Threats; UK Manufacturing Warns of 'Wrecking Ball'
European stocks fall as Trump threatens tariffs on eight countries over Greenland; UK manufacturing warns of 'wrecking ball' impact.
Starmer's China Trip: Slim Prospects for UK Trade Gains, Analysts Warn
Analysts warn Starmer's China trip unlikely to yield significant trade gains due to China's overheated economy and marginal opportunities.
US-Iran Peace Deal Impact on Holidays and Flights
With the US-Iran peace deal, travellers wonder if flight prices will drop. Analysts say lower fuel costs may help, but fares won't drop immediately. Here's what to expect.
European Airlines Cancel Flights: What Are Your Rights?
Middle East war and EU border checks cause flight cancellations; know your rights for compensation and rebooking.
Veggie Burgers Face EU Name Ban in UK Trade Deal
UK veggie burgers may lose 'meaty' names under EU trade deal, as EU votes on labelling ban this week.
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