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Russia’s economic situation is deteriorating after two years of growth linked to a shift to a war economy, according to IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva. Despite raising the 2026 growth forecast slightly, Georgieva warned that inflation and sanctions severely restrict long-term prospects.
James Murdoch has finalised a deal to acquire New York Magazine and the Vox Media Podcast Network for over £300 million, enhancing his media portfolio. The transaction includes Vox’s news site and popular podcasts, while CEO Jim Bankoff will continue to lead operations under Lupa Systems.
The EU’s trade deal with South America’s Mercosur bloc has begun provisional implementation after 25 years of negotiations. This agreement forms one of the world’s largest free trade areas, encompassing 720 million consumers and aiming to reduce tariffs on over 90% of bilateral trade.
‘Just when I was already nervous about what nonsense the coming year could bring, WHSmith jumps the gun with this abomination.’
UK Homeowners Brace for Mortgage Rate Increases. Forecasts indicate rising mortgage arrears for 2024.
The Financial Times reports activist investor Cevian Capital has taken a €1.2bn stake in the Swiss bank UBS, betting it can double its valuation over the next three to five years.
UK inflation rate slows to 3.9%, lowest in more than two years The latest data…
Adobe has dropped its planned takeover of product design firm Figma due to UK and EU regulatory issues, the Financial Times reports.
Economy WTX Business exclusively reported that South Korea’s National Pension Service (NPS) and central bank…
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