businessfast

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emailsSign up to our free breaking news emailsSign up to our free breaking news emailsSpring is on the horizon, and with it...

FTSE 100 hits new record highBritain’s blue-chip share index has hit a new all-time high at the start of trading, as investors anticipate a cut in UK interest rates today.The FTSE 100 index has gained 0.8% to a new intraday...

The analysis, using billions of measurements from satellites, ships, aircraft and weather stations around the world, also found the last 12-month period, from February 2024 to January 2025, was 1.61C above the estimated 1850-1900 level which is used to define...

An almost entirely new Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) being chaired by the newly-appointed RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra is likely to deliver a 25 basis points repo rate cut on February 7, almost after five long years.Economists surveyed by Reuters and...

It was striking that in a month when Neymar left Saudi Arabia after costing Al-Hilal hundreds of millions of pounds and playing only seven games in return, the Saudi Pro League’s clubs turned more and more to youth. The transfer...

Here we’re focusing our attention on neither of those cars but the unassuming 2.5. Don’t be misled by the prosaic name. Screw any suspense: here is one of the sweetest, most neatly conceived restomods we’ve driven in the past year,...

Keir Starmer will unveil plans for a historic expansion in nuclear power across England and Wales, pledging to use Labour’s large majority to make new sites across the country available for new power stations.The announcement follows the prime minister’s call...

Mikel Arteta issued an update on the fitness of Gabriel Martinelli after Arsenal were dumped out of the Carabao Cup at the penultimate hurdle.They were soundly beaten by Newcastle, who will face either Tottenham or Liverpool in the final after...

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.Sometimes, good things come in small cages. Or in 70-page documents. Or when you’re in an aeroplane over the sea.FT Alphaville was...

Strategy unveils a new Bitcoin logo and orange color scheme representing its Bitcoin strategy Saylor is expected to discuss the rebrand during the company’s earnings call on Wednesday evening Strategy currently has 471,107 Bitcoin in reserve worth $45.8 billion MicroStrategy,...

Mathys Tel ended up joining Tottenham despite rejecting Ange Postecoglou's side initially, before having a change of heart following a phone call with the Australian coach READ SOURCE...

The misspelt name of the Southport killer in the government’s database for potential terrorists may have hampered his assessment as a possible mass murderer, an inquiry has disclosed.A rapid learning review of the Prevent programme found that Axel Rudakubana’s case...

If you want to taste authentic German fare with a phenomenal wine pairing in a city known for bold spices, Suhring is the place to go. The restaurant, run by twin brothers Mathias and Thomas Suhring, has proudly held on...

Massive tax hikes for electric vehicles introduced by Labour on 1 April will further stall demand for battery cars in Britain and add another major hurdle for manufacturers to meet binding green sales thresholds.The warning comes from the automotive trade...

CLUB WORLD CUP Q&A: Our Chief Sports Writer Andy Dunn answers YOUR questions on the challenges facing Chelsea and Manchester City after Premier League refuse special treatment READ SOURCE...

Did you ever face the situation where the bank or employer or others deducted the correct amount of TDS but somehow it failed to appear in your Form 26AS or Annual Information Statement (AIS)? One reason for this could be...

Netflix recently unveiled its 2025 slate at a grand announcement event in Mumbai, showcasing an exciting lineup of films. Here’s a look at six of the most highly anticipated releases: READ SOURCE...

Honda and Nissan’s 'merger close to collapse'The merger between Nissan and Honda to create the world’s third-largest carmaker is reportedly close to collapse.Sources close to the deal have told Reuters that Nissan is set to call off merger talks with...

Pound to New Zealand Dollar Recovery Intact, Despite Recent Pullback READ SOURCE...

Unlock the White House Watch newsletter for freeYour guide to what the 2024 US election means for Washington and the worldThe US Postal Service said it would suspend delivery of packages from China while Chinese logistics groups announced steep new...

600,000 customers could be completely cut off (Picture: ZUMA) Octopus Energy customers who haven’t upgraded to a smart meter have been warned their power could be cut off. The firm is the largest supplier of energy in the United Kingdom,...

Hindu-American Tulsi Gabbard, US President Donald Trump's controversial pick to oversee spy agencies, has been approved by a key Senate committee for Director of National Intelligence (DNI) in a private vote, paving the way toward a wider Senate vote on...

In comments that sparked outrage from leaders across the Middle East, the US President Donald Trump suggested Palestinians should be moved to neighbouring countries READ SOURCE...

NÜO Athletics designs innovative, space-saving fitness equipment that combines functionality with premium engineering How did the idea to develop NÜOBELL come about, and what were the biggest challenges in the early years?  We identified a gap in the market for...

European stocks slip lower; earnings, services PMI data in focus READ SOURCE...

‘He is undoubtedly one of the best defenders in the history of football’ (Picture: Getty) A current Premier League defender has been hailed as ‘one of the best in the history of football’ by former star Jose Fonte. Ex-Portugal centre-back...

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emailsSign up to our free breaking news emailsSign up to our free breaking news emails Men of various ages and nationalities sit...

Boxes of avocados are seen at the Central de Abastos market in Guadalajara, Jalisco state, Mexico, on Jan. 31, 2025.Ulises Ruiz | Afp | Getty ImagesChipotle Mexican Grill said Tuesday that it does not expect costs to rise much if...

There have been 13 video assistant referee (VAR) mistakes in the Premier League so far this season - down from 20 at the same point last term - say league bosses.Four incorrect VAR interventions and nine missed interventions from the...

England are poised to select both Fin Smith and Marcus Smith in the same starting team to face France in the Six Nations this weekend.The young Northampton fly-half is in line to make his first start in the No 10...