Natixis and Generali end talks over asset management tie-up
Joint venture would have brought together two of Europe’s biggest investment groups
Unions have been in decline in the UK for 50 years. A new law could begin to reverse that trend
The UK’s employment rights bill will usher in major changes for workers from April 2026. But beyond promising improved rights for employees over unfair dismissal and sick pay, one of the most controversial aspects of the bill concerns the rights of trade unions.
Growing a mix of plants in fields can save farmers money and help the environment – new research
goodluz/ShutterstockFarmers have increasingly sown a single type of grass in their fields over the past 100 years, and then added che
Trump’s Tariffs Shrank the U.S. Trade Deficit in September
The monthly trade deficit fell to its lowest level in five years after the president’s imposition of sweeping global tariffs. But it’s unclear whether the trend will persist.
Tax relief cut puts VCTs at risk next year, industry warns
Fund managers predict inflows to venture capital trusts could halve
Trump Doesn’t Want to Talk About Affordability. Democrats Say That’s a Gift.
The president continues to brush off an issue that he said he would solve in his first months in office. Some Democrats say he is making the same mistake as his predecessor.
Why big shops are trying to sell you a glamorous Christmas
In the dark months of winter, the warm glow of Christmas fairy lights and flickering candles brings some welcome atmospheric respite. And that atmosphere is something many retailers try to capture as they tempt shoppers with their festive marketing campaigns.
The John Lewis Christmas advert for example, has become a seasonal staple, while rival Marks and Spencer has found success with its “Magic and Sparkle” campaign, which plays on the company’s brand name.
Time banks could ease the burden of elder care and promote connection
Older people may need help getting the hang of using technology. Maskot/GettyImagesLong-term care for older people is challenging for everyone. The costs are high and the quality of care is unpredictable at best, often falling short.
Tariffs 101: What they are, who pays them, and why they matter now
The U.S. Supreme Court is currently reviewing a case to determine whether President Donald Trump’s global tariffs are legal.
Private capital-backed Mollie buys GoCardless for €1.1bn
Dutch payments group aims to create new European fintech
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