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North Sea Oil Fetches Discount for First Time During Iran War

A North Sea oil grade that’s central to setting the world’s most important physical crude price traded at a discount for the first time during the Iran war, as immediate fears ease of a supply shock in Europe.

New laws to fine businesses who pay suppliers late a ‘historic moment’, SMEs say

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Iran War Tests Turkish Central Bank’s Ambitious Inflation Target

A global energy price shock sparked by the US-Israeli war on Iran is forcing Turkey’s central bank to raise its inflation forecasts, putting further strain on the country’s efforts to slow price gains.

India Must Up Nuclear Capacity Tenfold To Meet Energy Security Goals: Report

Titled "Atoms for Net-Zero", the report positions nuclear power as a cornerstone of India's long-term industrial growth strategy, particularly as electricity demand surges from data centres, artificial intelligence, manufacturing, green hydrogen production, and heavy industry.

Dubai Taxi to acquire National Taxi in Dh1.45 billion deal

Dubai: Dubai Taxi Company has signed an agreement to fully acquire National Taxi in a deal valued at Dh1.45 billion, marking one of the biggest consolidation moves in the UAE’s taxi sector.Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.National Taxi operates in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi and manages a fleet of more than 2,700 vehicles, Dubai Media Office shared on X. The acquisition is expected to increase Dubai Taxi’s market share in Dubai from 47 per cent to 59 per cent, significa...

Modest gains in GDP, per capita income indicate recovery in output, government says

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s gross domestic product (GDP) and per capita income increased in dollar terms at a modest pace, indicating a recovery in the country’s overall output compared to the previous year, the government said on Wednesday. It was revealed that the country’s economy is expected to grow by 3.70 per cent in the current fiscal year, a revision from earlier projections of 4pc, suggesting that Pakistan will fall short of its GDP target. The provisional growth rates in agriculture, industr...

Trump's 'CEO crew' to Beijing is almost as rich as world's third-largest economy

Donald Trump has landed in Beijing with 17 American companies in tow, worth a combined $16.47 trillion—roughly 90% of China's entire 2025 GDP. Jensen Huang joined at the last minute, boarding Air Force One in Anchorage. Nvidia and Apple alone account for $9.7 trillion of that, while Meta sent its policy chief after Beijing blocked its $2 billion Manus deal.

Indian-origin-CEOs trick behind US investor's share-market jackpot?

IndianoriginCEOs trick behind US investors sharemarket jackpot

Deutsche Bank, Santander Test World Bank’s Risk Transfer Engine

Deutsche Bank AG and Banco Santander SA are among financial institutions participating in a milestone synthetic securitization designed to help the World Bank Group leverage its ability to provide loans to emerging-market borrowers.

3 Key Takeaways From Mamdani’s Historic $124.7 Billion NYC Budget

MoneyTaxes3 Key Takeaways From Mamdani’s Historic $124.7 Billion NYC BudgetByNathan Goldman,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Nathan Goldman is a tax prof. at NC State Univ.Follow AuthorMay 13, 2026, 07:54am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Zohran MamdaniGetty ImagesNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced his historic $124.7 billion budget, which includes...

Nissan ponders building cars for Chinese rivals at Sunderland plant

CEO admits talks with Chery as other European carmakers discuss plans with Chinese firms to share factory spaceNissan’s chief executive has confirmed he would consider building cars for other manufacturers at the UK’s largest car factory in Sunderland, amid talks with China’s Chery.Ivan Espinosa said Nissan was “looking at options” for Sunderland and its 6,000 workers as the struggling Japanese carmaker on Wednesday reported steep losses for the year to March. Continue reading...

Oil Inventories Falling at Record Pace, Warns IEA | The Pulse 05/13/2026

"The Pulse With Francine Lacqua" is all about conversations with high profile guests in the beating heart of global business, economics, finance and politics. Based in London, we go wherever the story is, bringing you exclusive interviews and market-moving scoops. Today's guests: Toril Bosoni, International Energy Agency, Head of Oil Industry and Markets Division; Andreas Utermann, Vontobel, Chairman; Michael Haigh, SocGen CIB, Head of FIC & Commodities Research; Rolf Habben Jansen, Hapag-Lloyd...

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Russian State Duma ratifies EAEU-Indonesia free trade agreement

The document provides for a preferential trade regime for around 90% of goods

Motorhomes and campervans to face new overnight charges at coastal site from today

Motorhome and campervan owners have been warned of new overnight parking at Port Solent after free stays were scrapped due to rising demand. The new rules came into force today (May 13) and mean drivers of larger vehicles must pay £10 per night and can only stay for one night at a time, while overnight parking will remain free for cars. The marina and shopping destination in Portsmouth has become a popular stop for people travelling to Europe by ferry because of its free parking, restaurants and...

Why Deloitte Cut Benefits For Some Workers But Not Others

LeadershipCareersWhy Deloitte Cut Benefits For Some Workers But Not OthersByNirit Cohen,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Nirit Cohen covers the Future of Work, bridging trends with solutions.Follow AuthorMay 13, 2026, 07:43am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Deloitte’s benefit cuts highlight a broader shift in how organizations may begin redesigning employment...

Nigel Farage faces inquiry over £5m gift from crypto billionaire

Watchdog to examine whether Reform UK leader should have declared donation received before entering parliamentNigel Farage is facing a formal investigation by the parliamentary standards watchdog over a £5m gift from the crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne.The Reform UK leader received the money weeks before announcing he would stand as a candidate in the 2024 general election. Continue reading...

Insurance claim rejected? Reddit user shares how this family fought back and won

Insurance claim rejected Reddit user shares how this family fought back and won

Tesco issues urgent warning to millions with Clubcard vouchers set to expire this month

Tesco has issued an urgent warning to millions of Clubcard members after revealing that £17million worth of vouchers are due to expire at 11.59pm on May 31.The supermarket is urging shoppers to check their accounts now, with vouchers issued in May 2024 approaching the end of their two‑year validity period.With around 24 million Clubcard users across the UK, Tesco said many customers may still have unused vouchers sitting in their accounts without realising. The retailer is encouraging members to...