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US Stock Index Futures Edge Higher Ahead of Federal Reserve Decision
U.S. stock index futures edged higher on Wednesday morning, led by gains in the Nasdaq and S&P 500 contracts as investors awaited…
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European Stock Indices Rise as Mining and Energy Shares Gain
European stock indices advanced slightly in Wednesday trading, supported by gains in mining and energy shares despite pressure on the technology sector.…
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Federal Reserve Projected to Hold Rates Steady Despite Market Anxiety
As the Federal Reserve convenes in Washington on July 28–29, 2026, markets expect central bankers to hold benchmark interest rates steady at…
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American Airlines Lifts Nationwide Ground Stop After IT Outage Resolved
American Airlines restored systemwide IT connectivity and lifted a nationwide ground stop on Tuesday evening, resuming flight departures after a temporary technology…
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Brent Crude Prices Drop Below $87 as Supply Concerns Ease
Global oil markets saw volatile trading as Brent crude fell below $87 per barrel amid easing supply concerns and potential diplomatic talks…
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France and Spain Evacuate 330,000 People as Historic Wildfires Spread
Wildfires across France and Spain have forced the evacuation of over 330,000 people as Europe battles one of its worst wildfire seasons…
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Cash recovered from ex-Nasa scientist
Investors defrauded of more than £1m by an 86-year-old former NASA scientist running illegal trading schemes will recover almost all their funds…
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UK Government Launches £300m Great British Summer Savings Scheme
The UK Government launched the £300m Great British Summer Savings scheme, temporarily cutting VAT from 20% to 5% on children's meals and…
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Chinese chipmaker CXMT soars more than 500% in Shanghai market debut
Shares of Chinese memory chipmaker CXMT soared nearly 500% on Monday in a blockbuster trading debut on Shanghai’s technology-heavy STAR Market, according…
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Oil Prices Volatile as Donald Trump Sends Mixed Signals on Iran Truce
Oil prices fluctuated wildly on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, as President Donald Trump issued conflicting signals regarding a ceasefire with Iran. While…
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Back to School Bonus Scheme Deadline Approaching
Families facing school expenses have less than a week to apply for the Back to School Bonus scheme, which provides a one-off…
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Big Tech Earnings Meet Rising Oil Prices
U.S. equity futures face a volatile Sunday evening opening as investors grapple with oil prices retreating from just over $100 on Thursday,…