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Investors remain calm as the Middle East war unfolds
Conflict in the Middle East has failed to shake oil or stock markets. Can the peace hold?
By Alex Rankine Published
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US-China trade deal has been signed, says Trump
While details of the new US-China trade deal are unclear, it will likely ease restrictions on rare earth metals and high tech products
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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What is Cristiano Ronaldo's net worth?
Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo’s net worth comes from an illustrious sporting career, sponsorships, business ventures and the CR7 brand
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Trade unions to gain muscle under Labour's new employment laws – what does it mean for SMEs?
New employment laws will make it easier for workers to take collective action. Here's what it could mean for SMEs.
By David Prosser Published
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29 June 2007: Apple’s iPhone goes on sale for the first time
Features On this day in 2007, Apple's iPhone went on sale for the first time, revolutionising the mobile phone market.
By Ben Judge Last updated
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23 June 1725: The Malt Tax riots break out across Scotland
Rioting erupted in Hamilton and spread across Scotland after excise officials arrived to implement the Malt Tax on this day in 1725.
By Chris Carter Last updated
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Xi Jinping masters “The Art of the Stall”
China’s Xi Jinping appears to have played his hand well in the face of hostility and threats from Donald Trump. But at home, his position may not be as secure as it seems.
By Jane Lewis Published
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What is Rachel Reeves’s plan for growth?
The UK’s modern industrial strategy was published this week. How does chancellor Rachel Reeves hope it will grow the UK economy, and how successful will it be?
By Dan McEvoy Published
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What could cause a UK recession?
Growth continues to be evasive for the British economy. Will the economy be strong enough to avoid a recession in the future?
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
