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What could trigger a Fed rate hike?

Gasoline prices over $4 a gallon, part of an ongoing supply shock in the energy markets, might seem like a cue for the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates to head off inflation. At least for now, that looks like a b…

'Cowboy builders' targeted in new government clampdown

People carrying out home renovations will gain greater protections against "cowboy builders" through a new database of trusted traders and a payment system offering more safeguards, the government has said.

Time is running out for cyber security, warn top tech firms

A group of 100 firms, including Google, Microsoft, Anthropic and OpenAI, have signed an open letter calling on countries and organisations around the world to beef up their cyber defences before AI grows powerful enough…

Bitcoin Is Up 22%: Has the Halving Cycle Begun?

Bitcoin peaked a year ago, hitting an all-time high of $126,210 in October 2025, and has since fallen more than 50%, bottoming near $58,000 two months ago. The tide may be turning; over the last week, Bitcoin rose by ov…

ECB Is Gradually Shifting Towards a September Rate Hike

The international environment remains volatile, and the euro area – an open economy that is well integrated into global supply chains and international financial markets – could face strains ahead. While the acute risk …

Where are the next commodity opportunities?

Structural scarcity in critical minerals is not just an investment story. It is a business-building opportunity that most of the startup world hasn’t noticed yet.

Bessent Twist Is Also Bessent Put

Scott Bessent can reshape Treasury issuance, but the forces lifting long-term yields are much bigger than the Treasury Department itself.