- Oil prices fall as Iran and US pause strikes over Strait of Hormuz tensions 26th July 2026Brent opens lower after two weeks of escalating violence pushed crude to more than $100 a barrel
- The Exploration Company with SpaceX ambitions aiming for a $2bn valuation 26th July 2026European start-up in talks to raise $300mn for reusable space capsules
- Carlyle and Bain Capital battle to buy wealth manager in potential $7bn deal 26th July 2026Private equity groups have been hunting independent wealth management groups for their recurring earnings
- Deadly storm in Chile disrupts copper mines and raises AI supply concerns 26th July 2026Metals boom is reliant on high-altitude, declining mines that are exposed to increasing weather volatility
- Investors use crypto exchanges to avoid Chinese controls on AI stocks 26th July 2026Perpetual futures let investors circumvent restrictions on foreign access to China’s equity market
- Would you choose £50,000 over the chance of £1m? 26th July 2026The vast majority of people - particularly women - answer a survey saying they'd take the certainty over chance.
- Would you choose £50,000 over the chance of £1m? 26th July 2026The vast majority of people - particularly women - answer a survey saying they'd take the certainty over chance.
- 'I fear for wee families' - home heating oil jumps £100 in three weeks 26th July 2026The Consumer Council for Northern Ireland says the price rise is in direct response to the US-Iran conflict.
- Water returns to Gatwick Airport after major outage 26th July 2026Gatwick Airport faced a day of disruptions with toilets and restaurants closed to passengers.
- Last chance to apply for help with school costs 26th July 2026The bonus scheme offers a one-off payment of up to £150 towards school essentials.
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