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Wed, 04 Mar 2026

Asia stocks tumble for third day, oil edges up as markets track Iran war

The conflict in the Middle East has rattled financial markets and global energy prices have soared.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

Trump says US Navy will protect ships in Middle East 'if necessary'

The US President said he was taking steps to keep energy supplies flowing as oil and gas prices continued to surge.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

Best Buy’s holiday sales disappoint, but retailer shows progress in growing profits

Best Buy beat fourth-quarter earnings expectations but missed Wall Street's revenue estimates.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

Gas and oil prices soar and shares tumble on fears conflict could escalate

Markets react as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies and concerns grow over how long it will last.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

Trump threatens to halt trade with Spain over military base access

Trump lashed out after Spain barred the US from using its military bases to carry out strikes on Iran.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

OpenAI changes deal with US military after backlash

Chief Executive Sam Altman said the group would prohibit the use of its systems to spy on Americans.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

Blackstone’s Gray: Market ‘noise’ fueled record redemptions from world’s largest private credit fund

Blackstone president Jon Gray defended the quality of loans within the firm's flagship private credit fund.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

Reeves says her plan is working as growth forecast cut for this year

The forecasts were made before the conflict in the Middle East broke out which could have a "very significant" impact, the OBR said.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

No new tax rises in Spring Statement, but don't be fooled - tax bills are still rising

There are measures, announced ahead of the chancellor's Spring Statement, yet to take effect.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

What Spring Statement forecasts could mean for your money

Among the data and projections are key figures that shine a light on prospects for your finances.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

Versant debut earnings report shows continued pay TV pressure, digital growth

Versant reported its 2025 earnings, giving Wall Street its first detailed look inside the company that started publicly trading in January.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

Japanese homebuilders go on a U.S. shopping spree

Japanese companies now own 33 homebuilders that operate in the U.S. Once the most recent deals are closed, they will have close to 6% of U.S. market share.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

Wales' richest man says Britain is 'uncomfortable place' for Jews

The billionaire says "anti-semitism is always in the air" with parallels to the persecution his ancestors faced.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

Know when to fold them: the tech inspired by origami

Origami techniques can add strength to structures without adding bulk.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

Target is set to report quarterly earnings, share turnaround plan. Here's what to expect

The big-box retailer Target will host an investor meeting at its Minneapolis headquarters.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

Amazon says drones damaged three facilities in UAE and Bahrain

The incidents highlight the vulnerability of key technology infrastructure during military conflicts.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

First flights take off from Dubai after Iran strikes, but service is 'limited'

Emirates airline said it will resume a limited number of flights as early as Monday evening local time.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

'I've given up on working in hospitality. The £15,000 pay isn't worth the stress'

People in their 20s and 30s tell the BBC how they feel about their finances ahead of the chancellor's Spring Statement.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

Heating oil prices rise by more than £100 amid Middle East conflict

Global oil prices spike after Iran launched strikes across the Middle East in response to attacks by the US and Israel.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026

Jamie Dimon says Trump’s $5 billion debanking lawsuit ‘has no merit’ but he’s sympathetic to concerns

The suit against JPMorgan, the world's biggest bank by market cap, and its CEO puts Dimon in an awkward position.


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