• Andrey Mastykin
  • 37 min ago
UBS and Deutsche Bank back Europe's stock rally
​European equity strategists are growing more optimistic on the Stoxx 600 as earnings momentum improves and the region’s stock rally proves resilient to renewed geopolitical stress. UBS, ...
  • Ciaran Ryan
  • 39 min ago
UK pushes WTO reform and backs LDC proposals at July General Council
With the next WTO ministerial meeting approaching, the UK is warning that the organisation’s costs for businesses are rising while its benefits are shrinking. The country also says it remains ...
  • Olga Shendetskaya
  • 1 hour ago
Oil rises as Gulf tensions deepen
​Oil prices rose Friday as the conflict between the U.S. and Iran expanded across the Gulf, keeping a geopolitical premium in crude markets. Traders were also weighing the risk that the Red Sea ...
  • Jose Antonio Gastelum
  • 2 hours ago
China backs open AI models in race for global influence
​Chinese President Xi Jinping used China’s top technology conference to present Beijing as a central force in global AI governance. His message was aimed beyond the domestic tech industry: ...
  • Ashutosh Sureka
  • 16 hours ago
UK expands Ukraine military support with aircraft pledge and EU loan participation
As the war in Ukraine enters its fifth year, the UK is deepening its long-term military and industrial backing for Kyiv while arguing that Ukraine strengthens, rather than burdens, European ...
  • Ciaran Ryan
  • 16 hours ago
UK government considers judicial review changes to speed housing and infrastructure projects
Britain is seeking to accelerate the delivery of homes and major infrastructure by reducing delays linked to legal challenges. A new consultation examines whether judicial review reforms now used ...
  • Olga Shendetskaya
  • 18 hours ago
U.S.-Iran conflict widens as Hormuz shipping traffic falls
​The confrontation between the United States and Iran moved into a more dangerous phase after Washington expanded its naval campaign and struck an oil tanker near Iran’s main export terminal. ...
  • Ashutosh Sureka
  • 18 hours ago
Groceries Code Adjudicator sets 2026 conference, maintains focus on supplier pricing and Amazon probe
The Groceries Code Adjudicator is outlining its 2026 priorities as grocery suppliers and retailers face continued pressure from inflation and payment practices. Its latest newsletter highlights a ...
  • Dan Blystone
  • 18 hours ago
UK expands state-threat powers, joins EU cyber sanctions push at OSCE
Growing concern over hybrid threats across Europe is prompting the UK to tighten its security framework and coordinate more closely with allies. The measures include a new National Security (State ...
  • Ciaran Ryan
  • 18 hours ago
England local government overhaul expands to 14 more areas
England is extending its local government reorganisation with plans to replace two-tier council structures in 14 more areas with unitary authorities. The changes are aimed at cutting duplication ...
  • Ciaran Ryan
  • 18 hours ago
UK, Ukraine reaffirm wartime support during Kyiv meeting
As Russia's war against Ukraine enters its fifth year, the UK and Ukraine underline continued political backing during a meeting in Kyiv on Thursday. The talks also highlight the recent increase ...
  • Ashutosh Sureka
  • 18 hours ago
UK tells OSCE Russia should accept ceasefire to reduce security risks
At a time of continued attacks on Ukraine and renewed calls for de-escalation, the UK says Russia remains the root cause of the current security crisis in Europe. The statement argues that NATO ...
  • Ashutosh Sureka
  • 20 hours ago
UK sanctions Sudan war gold networks tied to Dubai and Hong Kong trade
Britain is widening pressure on Sudan’s war economy by targeting people and businesses suspected of helping fund and supply both sides of the conflict through illicit gold trade. The move comes ...
  • Ashutosh Sureka
  • 20 hours ago
MHRA annual report shows stronger regulatory output and global reach
The UK medicines regulator says its 2025-26 performance reflects sustained operational delivery across approvals, enforcement and innovation policy. The report also points to expanding ...
  • Ashutosh Sureka
  • 20 hours ago
UK commits €300 million to fund Gripen jets for Ukraine and support defence jobs
Britain is expanding its military support for Ukraine with new funding aimed at strengthening Kyiv’s air combat capabilities against ongoing Russian attacks. The package is designed to help ...
  • Ashutosh Sureka
  • 22 hours ago
UK government launches farmer collaboration fund for farm costs and resilience
Britain is expanding support for farm businesses with a new £30 million scheme aimed at helping producers work together on shared operational and environmental challenges. The fund opens for ...
  • Ashutosh Sureka
  • 22 hours ago
European Commission clears Irish electricity relief scheme for energy-intensive industry
Ireland is securing EU approval for a €300 million support program aimed at easing power costs for energy-intensive companies as Europe pushes its Clean Industrial Deal agenda. The measure ties ...
  • Ciaran Ryan
  • 22 hours ago
TRA annual report shows rise in UK trade remedies activity
The Trade Remedies Authority publishes its Annual Report and Accounts for 2025 to 2026 after a year of heavier casework and faster investigations for UK businesses. By 31 March 2026, 46 trade ...
  • Ashutosh Sureka
  • 22 hours ago
UK biodiversity gain rule changes face RPC review after Parliament filing
England's updated biodiversity gain planning regulations are moving through the scrutiny process after being laid before Parliament in July 2026. The review focuses on the quality of evidence and ...
  • Ciaran Ryan
  • 22 hours ago
UK defence plan boosts air and space spending with new drone and combat aircraft programmes
Britain is setting out a broader investment push for air and space capabilities as it reshapes its military posture around NATO deterrence, autonomous systems and next-generation combat aviation. ...