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BlackRock’s Rieder Says Equity Technicals Are Extraordinary

Rick Rieder, global fixed income CIO and head of the global allocation team at BlackRock, sees equities being driven by a combination of “amazing” technicals and “pretty powerful” earnings. (Source: Bloomberg)

Martin Lewis says 'never assume' as you should check small print on key document

Martin Lewis says 'never assume' as you should check small print on key documentHe shared some stories of how his fans had learnt from costly mistakes in their postCommentsMoneyNicholas Dawson12:42, 17 Apr 2026Updated 12:42, 17 Apr 2026View ImageMartin Lewis shared some tips on his BBC podcast(Image: ITV)Martin Lewis has urged families to check over their financial paperwork. He issued the word of warning as he shared some stories from his fans of costly financial mistakes they had mad...

LHC upholds govt’s policy abolishing free electricity units for power sector employees

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court has upheld the federal government’s policy to monetise free electricity units for officers of the Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda) and power distribution companies, it emerged on Friday. As per the ruling, the benefit was a non-statutory service perk and could be lawfully altered as part of administrative and financial reforms. Justice Malik Javid Iqbal Wains announced the verdict dismissing a constitutional petition challenging a notification issued by...

Ancient cave, hippo bones found under castle: "Once-in-a-lifetime discovery"

World Hidden cave, prehistoric hippo bones found under Welsh castle called a "once-in-a-lifetime discovery" April 17, 2026 / 7:35 AM EDT / CBS/AFP Add CBS News on Google A prehistoric hidden cave and hippo bones found beneath a  Welsh castle could transform understanding of ancient life in Britain, researchers said Thursday, calling the site a "once-in-a-lifetime discovery."Previous small-scale excavations at Pembroke Castle – the birthplace of Henry Tudor and a popular tourist attrac...

Second Mali Gold Mine Scores Backing From Former Olam Exec

The family office of Indian businessman Gagan Gupta has agreed to fund a second gold mine in Mali, providing a boost to a government that’s been at loggerheads with mining investors in recent years.

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Why Dubai’s property market continues to draw global capital – even in uncertain times

Periods like the one we’re living through naturally raise questions for investors. When headlines are dominated by geopolitical tension, fluctuating energy markets, and regional disruptions, the instinctive reaction is often to pause and wait for clarity. That instinct is understandable – uncertainty makes people cautious. But what it doesn’t do is make capital disappear.In reality, capital doesn’t retreat during uncertain times; it simply becomes more selective. And Dubai’s real estate market i...

Europe has ‘six weeks’ of jet fuel left – IEA chief 

Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could trigger flight cancelations and higher energy costs, Fatih Birol has told the AP Europe could run out of jet fuel within weeks if oil supplies continue to be disrupted by the Iran war, the head of the International Energy Agency (IEA) has said. In an interview with the Associated Press on Thursday, IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol warned of far-reaching global consequences from what he described as “the largest energy crisis we hav...

LHC rejects plea against monetisation of free electricity for power sector officials

Must ReadPakistanLHC rejects plea against monetisation of free electricity for power sector officialsBy Web Desk-Apr 17, 2026LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) has dismissed a petition challenging the monetisation of free electricity units for power sector officers, upholding the federal government’s policy. In its detailed verdict, the court ruled that abolishing free electricity units for officers from Grade 17 to 22 was lawful and did not violate the Constitution. The petition had been filed...

M&S making another change to Sparks loyalty scheme next week amid major updates

EXCLUSIVE: M&S making another change to Sparks loyalty scheme next week amid major updatesIt was revealed this week that Marks & Spencer is having a complete shake-up of its Sparks loyalty scheme. Now The Mirror can exclusively reveal there's another update coming soonCommentsNewsSamantha Bartlett Assistant Editor, Social News12:16, 17 Apr 2026Updated 12:30, 17 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesMarks & Spencer unveiled a complete shake-up of its Sparks loyalty scheme this week(Image: Getty I...

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HONOR launches ‘Dream Big with HONOR 600’ campaign across GCC

Dubai:HONOR a global AI device ecosystem has kicked off its latest campaign, “Dream Big with HONOR 600,” in celebration of the launch of the HONOR 600 Series, inviting people across the GCC to share their dreams and express their creativity. Running for six weeks from April 15, the campaign combines imagination, technology, and personal storytelling, making it more than just a contest, it’s a celebration of ideas and inspiration.Mustafa Al Agha, a well-known sports journalist and television pres...

UK petrol and diesel prices fall after weeks of rises

UK petrol and diesel prices fall after weeks of rises6 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleTheo Leggett,Transport CorrespondentandJemma Crew,Business reporter Getty ImagesPetrol and diesel prices have fallen slightly for the first time since the US-Israel war with Iran, according to the RAC.It follows 46 consecutive days of rises after the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz - a key transit route for oil and gas - dramatically pushed up wholesale prices.Pump prices in the UK bega...

Goldman Warns Continued Market Recovery Hinges on Rates Relief

The recent stock market rally that has driven both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 to records needs central banks to pivot back toward rate cuts to sustain its momentum, according to Christian Mueller-Glissmann, head of asset allocation research at Goldman Sachs Group Inc.

UK’s OnlyFans tops $3bn valuation amid talks to sell stake to US investor

Adult video platform to sell minority stake to increase stability after death of its founder Leonid RadvinskyBusiness live – latest updatesOnlyFans, the UK adult video platform, is in talks to sell a minority stake to a US investor that will value the business at more than $3bn (£2.2bn).The London-based company is in advanced talks to sell a stake of less than 20% to the San Francisco-based investment firm Architect Capital, according to the Financial Times. Sources familiar with the process con...

Texas emerges as the top destination for companies leaving blue states

Texas is emerging as the nation’s leading economic engine and corporate America is following its lead, with companies rethinking where they call home.  Beyond attracting investments, creating jobs and encouraging long-term growth, Texas saw 10.1% increase in economic output per-capita from 2021 through 2024.With the state’s thriving economy, the corporate exodus to Texas is no coincidence. Texas's economy continues to outpace the national average and ranks No. 1 in job creation. In March alone,...

Asian airlines face ‘major headwind’ from jet fuel costs, forcing flight changes

Asian airlines are cutting flights, raising fares and reshuffling networks as the Iran war sends jet fuel prices soaring, leaving carriers across the region scrambling to protect their margins and preserve key routes. The shock has hit Asia especially hard because many economies depend heavily on fuel flows from the Middle East, according to aviation analysts, and some regional carriers are less protected from sudden price spikes than their counterparts in Europe or the US. “The impact has been....

Morocco Donates 2,000 Metric Tons of Fertilizers to Ghana

Rabat – Morocco has donated a batch of 2,000 metric tons of fertilizer to contribute to Ghana’s food security and agricultural sustainability. Ghanaian media reported that Ghana received Morocco’s donation during a ceremony hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on April 15. Samuel Okudzeto-Ablakwa, Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, expressed his country’s gratitude to Morocco, emphasizing that the initiative is timely. Reports said the decision is part of the Feed Ghana Programme (FGP)...

Co-op executive wins £100,000 after being sacked for complaining to her boss that women were being paid less than men

Co-op executive wins £100,000 after being sacked for complaining to her boss that women were being paid less than menBy JACK HARDY, NEWS REPORTER Published: 11:42, 17 April 2026 | Updated: 11:46, 17 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Anthropic's Mythos AI model could expose trading data, warns US financial group

Anthropics Mythos AI model could expose trading data warns US financial group