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CEO of one of France’s biggest engineering groups Bouygues issues 'America warning'
Europe faces a stark warning from Bouygues CEO Olivier Roussat regarding its over-reliance on US technology, particularly in AI and satellite connectivity. He urges the continent to develop its own independent infrastructure, citing risks in these critical future sectors. Roussat emphasized the need for European sovereignty, suggesting alternatives to services like Starlink are essential for technological self-reliance.
Philippines to Sell Up to 30B Pesos Treasury Bond Due July 2030
The Philippines Bureau of the Treasury in Manila said it will sell up to 30 billion pesos ($487.4 million) treasury bonds on May 26.
Oil prices today: Crude rises as doubts grow over US-Iran peace talks
Oil prices surged Friday amid lingering uncertainty over US-Iran peace talks and ongoing concerns about supply disruptions via the Strait of Hormuz. Despite recent gains, benchmarks are set for a weekly dip. While gaps in negotiations have narrowed, any toll system in the Strait is deemed unacceptable.
BPCL, Bharat Electronics & more: Top stocks on brokers' radar today
Goldman Sachs maintains a neutral stance on Jubilant Foodworks, citing margin pressures and slow Domino's growth. Nomura is bullish on BPCL, expecting earnings recovery. Morgan Stanley sees PI Industries returning to growth, with strong biologicals margins. Grasim Industries gets an upgrade on improving demand and margin-led growth.
Govt weighing steps to check current account deficit: Piyush Goyal
NEW DELHI/MUMBAI: Amid a depreciating rupee, commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said govt is considering several measures to contain the widening current account deficit (CAD).
Guzman y Gomez to cease trading immediately as the Aussie fast-food chain exits the US
Guzman y Gomez to cease trading immediately as the Aussie fast-food chain exits the USREAD MORE: Cult Aussie chicken chain sold to billionaires for insane sumSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy KAAREN MORRISSEY FOR AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATED PRESS Published: 01:58, 22 May 2026 | Updated: 01:58, 22 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Single Gen Z women outpacing men in home buying
Data from the National Association of Realtors shows that 35% of single women ages 18 to 26 are buying homes compared to just 18% of single Gen Z men. However, as a whole, the age group is struggling to keep up with others when it comes to owning a home. Jessica Lautz, the deputy chief economist at the National Association of Realtors, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
China’s National Team Set to Cut ETF Stakes by 90% in First Half
China’s so-called National Team is poised to cut its holdings of exchange-traded funds that track domestic equities by about 90% during the first half of 2026, according to an analysis by Bloomberg Intelligence.
How to shop Memorial Day sales the right way, according to experts
For What It's WorthMemorial Day sales 101: What to buy (and avoid) so you don’t have regrets laterTech is the last thing we recommend adding to your right now — waiting a month or two could save you hundreds.May 21, 2026, 8:15 PM EDTZoe MalinReporterSkip to table of contentsMemorial Day is the first of numerous summer sales holidays, and knowing exactly what you should and shouldn't buy can help you shop strategically to save the most.Vivian Le / NBCFor What It’s Worth is a live podcast about th...
North Carolina Sues VinFast Over Delayed, Downsized Factory Plan
North Carolina sued Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast Auto Ltd., alleging the company breached agreements tied to a planned electric vehicle and battery manufacturing facility, and seeking to reclaim the project site.
Ross Raises Forecasts Amid Sales Surge, Record Same-Store Growth
Ross Stores Inc. raised its sales and profit guidance after first-quarter results surpassed consensus estimates, aided by strong customer traffic among younger shoppers and the highest same-store growth in the company’s history.
Send in the clowns: No help over energy bills as Rachel Reeves cuts VAT on family days
Send in the clowns: No help over energy bills as Rachel Reeves cuts VAT on family daysGet your news delivered straight to you by 7am - sign up to our new Morning Mail newsletter for FREE See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy JASON GROVES, POLITICAL EDITOR Published: 00:15, 22 May 2026 | Updated: 00:16, 22 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Bitumen crisis due to Iran war to hit road work
NEW DELHI: Govt is staring at a major shortage of bitumen due to the ongoing West Asia conflict, which is set to impact construction and maintenance of tar roads. While the price of VG-40 - the most commonly used grade of bitumen - has almost doubled since the conflict began, its availability has plummeted compared to the estimated requirement of around six lakh tonnes till July 15, only for highway projects, reports Dipak Dash.
'Monitoring the situation': why young men are drawn to prediction markets
'Monitoring the situation': why young men are drawn to prediction marketsJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleMitchell LabiakBusiness reporterBBCCameron George is living the dream. Back in 2019, he was stacking shelves in Walmart, but the 26-year-old has since become a full-time crypto trader and content creator.His social media presence is filled with pictures of him standing next to his lime green McLaren 600 LT and smiling with his wife and five children. He wants between 10 and 20. In...
Stop blaming young people for being unemployed, says Amazon's UK boss
Stop blaming young people for being unemployed, says Amazon's UK boss17 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleEmer Moreau,Business reporterandSean Farrington,Presenter, Big Boss Interview podcastYoung people out of work is 'a system problem', Amazon boss John Boumphrey told the BBCRecord levels of young people are out of work – but it is not their fault, Amazon's UK boss has said."We have to stop blaming young people," John Boumphrey told the BBC, adding the education system isn't "produ...
Only High-Earning Britons Are Defying the Energy Shock, GfK Says
Confidence among the lowest-earning Britons plunged in May and even those on average pay are digging into savings to meet everyday expenses as the Iran energy shock hits household budgets, a key survey found.
Slight improvement in consumer confidence amid ‘clear challenges ahead’
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Make economic growth the number one priority, business group urges Swinney
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Gold Steady as US-Iran Signals Keep Rate Hike Bets Simmering
Gold moved in a narrow range as conflicting signals on the progress of US-Iran ceasefire talks continued to keep traders guessing over whether central banks may need to keep interest rates higher for longer to combat inflation.
States ask judge to break up Live Nation-Ticketmaster
A federal judge is officially being tasked with deciding whether to break up Live Nation-Ticketmaster. More than 30 states are asking Judge Arun Subramanian to order a sale of the ticketing giant, a "sufficient number" of large amphitheaters, and limit its ability to tie access to its remaining amps to the use of its promotions services. In April, a jury found that the company is an illegal monopolist, after more than a month of trial. The initial remedies proposal doesn't include a fu...