Barclays Staff Rebel Over Return-to-Office Mandate
Thousands of Barclays employees have signed a union-led letter opposing the bank’s plan to mandate three days in the office weekly, with Unite, representing nearly 80% of UK…
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Brazilian Government Aims to Clear Old Debts via Auctions
The Brazilian government is advancing a new debt-relief initiative targeting old, uncollectible debts, with the Ministry of Finance planning an auction model to buy back unpaid…
Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates 0.25% to 3.75%-4% Amid Inflation Concerns
The Federal Reserve delivered its first interest rate hike in over three years on Sept.
Korean Air finalizes $44.8 billion Boeing, engine package
Korean Air finalized a $44.8 billion deal on September 15, 2026, for 103 Boeing aircraft and engine agreements, marking its largest procurement in history as it prepares to…
US Federal Reserve Raises Benchmark Interest Rate to 3.75-4%
The US Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter percentage point to 3.75–4% on September 16, 2026, marking its first hike since 2023 and signaling a shift…
Trump Demands Fed Cut Interest Rates to 1%
President Donald Trump expressed confidence in Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh but demanded the central bank slash interest rates to 1% or less, hours after the Fed raised rates…
Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rate for First Time Since 2023
The Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate for the first time since 2023, sending U.S. stocks lower and signaling a potential shift in economic policy.
Clearlake Capital Takes Full Control of Chelsea as Boehly Sells Stake
Clearlake Capital has acquired full control of Chelsea Football Club after buying out co-owners Todd Boehly, Mark Walter, and Swiss billionaire Hansjorg Wyss.
Singapore to Auction Luxury Goods Seized in S$3 Billion Money Laundering Case
Singapore has initiated online auctions for luxury goods seized during a landmark S$3 billion money laundering investigation, offering items ranging from branded handbags to fine…
Salim and Bakrie Group Firms Among 23 Issuers Fined by Indonesia’s OJK
Regulatory scrutiny has hit some of Indonesia’s most prominent business groups.
Dow Drops 458 Points as U.S. Stocks Retreat Ahead of Expected Fed Rate Hike
U.S. stocks retreated on Wednesday as the Federal Reserve prepared to announce its September interest rate decision.
Irish House Price Inflation Hits Lowest Annual Rate Since January 2024
Irish house price inflation eased to 5.5% in July, marking the lowest annual increase since January 2024.