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What is Warren Buffett’s net worth?
Warren Buffett, sometimes referred to as the “Oracle of Omaha”, is considered one of the most successful investors of all time. How did he make his billions?
By Jacob Wolinsky Last updated
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The benefits of a stock bubble
Opinion We tend to think of stock bubbles as bad things but, as the dotcom craze shows, good things can come from them, says Matthew Lynn
By Matthew Lynn Published
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Friedrich Merz proposes 'radical' spending package for Germany
Germany's chancellor designate Friedrich Merz wants to scrap restraints on borrowing and allow for much higher defence spending
By Emily Hohler Published
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Boots parent company Walgreens sold to private equity firm
US pharmacy giant Walgreens Boots Alliance is going private. Will the new owners sell off the high-street chemist?
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Who is the richest person in the world?
The title of the richest person in the world is often changing. Who currently holds the crown for greatest net worth?
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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What is Elon Musk's net worth?
Elon Musk is the richest person in the world — how did he make his fortune?
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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UK GDP: Economy went into reverse in January
The economy unexpectedly shrank in January, with UK GDP falling by 0.1%
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Trump’s trade war: EU threatened with 200% alcohol tariffs
Donald Trump has threatened the EU with alcohol tariffs after it announced a string of countermeasures against the US earlier this week. What do the latest tariff announcements mean for markets and the economy?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Will there be a US recession in 2025?
The prospect of a so-called ‘Trumpcession’ seems to be increasing by the day, but will there actually be a US recession?
By Dan McEvoy Published