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NatWest faces AGM showdown over climate backtracking

Shareholders including the Church of England back call for protest votes against the bank’s chair NatWest is at risk of an embarrassing showdown at its shareholder meeting this week, as investors and leading scientists call for an urgent reversal of what they describe as “climate backtracking”.Campaigners, including ShareAction, are calling for protest votes against the bank’s chair, Rick Haythornthwaite, at its annual meeting in Edinburgh on Tuesday. Continue reading...

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Bank holidays next week: Banks closed from April 27 to May 3. Check the RBI calendar here

Bank holidays next week Banks closed from April to May Check the RBI calendar here

India, New Zealand to lock in FTA next week: Here's what it may have in store

India and New Zealand are set to sign a Free Trade Agreement on April 27, aiming to boost bilateral trade to $5 billion within five years. The pact will offer duty-free access for many Indian exports, benefiting sectors like Agra's leather industry. New Zealand gains tariff reductions on key products, while India protects sensitive agricultural goods.

UAE launches Dh1 billion national fund to support vital industries

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has approved the establishment of a Dh1 billion national fund to support vital industries.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.“We have approved a package of initiatives and decisions to support the national industrial sector, including the establishment of a national fund worth Dh1 billion for industrial resilience, aimed at a...

Price pressures could last for eight months after Iran war ends, minister warns

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Internal government files reveal fears of widespread flight cancellations and supply chain collapse across Australia as perfect storm hits

Internal government files reveal fears of widespread flight cancellations and supply chain collapse across Australia as perfect storm hitsFuel crisis and union chaos to ground flightsHundreds of flights could be cancelled in JulyREAD MORE:  ISIS brides' second attempt to reach Australia sparks furyBy NICHOLAS COMINO, POLITICAL REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 11:40, 26 April 2026 | Updated: 11:40, 26 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Fed Meetings In 2026: What The Latest Signals Mean For Investors

Editors' PickMoneyFed Meetings In 2026: What The Latest Signals Mean For InvestorsByErik Sherman,Senior Contributor.Edited bySophia Acevedo,Associate Editor.for Investor HubFollow AuthorsApr 26, 2026, 06:30am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.TABLE OF CONTENTS2026 FOMC Meeting Calendar And Expectations Largest Takeaways From The Most Recent FOMC MeetingUnderstanding The Fed Projections and Dot Plot Curre...

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UAE to establish national fund valued at Dh1 billion for industrial resilience

Dubai ruler has stated that UAE has adopted a package of initiatives and decisions to support the national industrial sector,  including the establishment of a national fund valued at one billion dirhams for industrial resilience to support the localization of vital industries, enhance supply chain resilience, and accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence technologies in production, operations, and planning

Ladakh to emerge as global hub for finest Pashmina wool: LG

Ladakh to emerge as global hub for finest Pashmina wool: LG

Potato prices crash to Rs 3/kg, Bengal farmers dump bumper harvest on road

Potato prices crash to Rs kg Bengal farmers dump bumper harvest on road

UAE investors lead global shift to AI tools for managing money, says survey

As the UAE accelerates plans to integrate advanced artificial intelligence (AI) into public services, investors in the country are also moving faster than anywhere else to use AI for managing money, according to a global study.The inaugural State of AI for Wealth in 2026 report by BridgeWise surveyed 2,100 investors across 19 countries and ranked markets on adoption, confidence, perceived advantage, and forward momentum. The UAE placed second overall but ranked first globally on moment...

UAE tops global entrepreneurship rankings for fifth straight year

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has maintained its global leadership in the entrepreneurship ecosystem, ranking first worldwide for the fifth consecutive year in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) 2025/2026 Report. The UAE outperformed many advanced economies, reaffirming its position as the world’s leading environment for starting and operating new businesses.The UAE ranked first among high-income economies across eight key indicators, including physical infrastructure; government policies in terms o...

Iran war could drive Britain's supercar elite off the road with Lamborghinis and Ferraris under threat

Iran war could drive Britain's supercar elite off the road with Lamborghinis and Ferraris under threatBy JAKE HOLDEN, UK NEWS REPORTER Published: 10:04, 26 April 2026 | Updated: 10:04, 26 April 2026 e-mail View comments

'Trumpflation' misery will last until at least NEXT YEAR even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens immediately, minister warns

'Trumpflation' misery will last until at least NEXT YEAR even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens immediately, minister warnsBy JAMES TAPSFIELD, UK POLITICAL EDITOR Published: 09:53, 26 April 2026 | Updated: 09:55, 26 April 2026 e-mail View comments

John Lewis staff told to be in the office more in bid to keep up with its rivals

A letter to head office staff said they were expected to be working 'more in person than not', meaning in the office or out with suppliers and customers.

Virgin Atlantic boss says aviation industry 'cannot absorb' jet fuel prices 'at these levels' after tickets rise by up to £360

The carrier has raised ticket prices as the war in Iran continues to threaten jet fuel supplies, adding a fuel surcharge of £50 to economy tickets, £180 to premium economy and £360 to business class.

Ford, Vauxhall and Austin cars 'no tax' after DVLA April change - action required

Owners must register with the DVLA to secure their £0 road tax status - it comes as campaign gathers pace

Market recap: Rs 2 lakh crore wiped out from 7 of top-10 firms; TCS biggest laggard

Indian equity markets experienced a significant downturn, with the top ten most-valued firms losing over Rs 2 lakh crore. Tata Consultancy Services and Reliance Industries bore the brunt of this decline, influenced by geopolitical tensions and weak IT sector commentary. The broader market also saw substantial drops in benchmark indices.