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Northern Trust Asset Management Announces Adaptive Equity Funds

Northern Trust Asset Management (NTAM), a leading global investment manager with US$1.4 trillion in assets under management (as of March 31, 2026), today announced two actively managed UCITS funds which apply the NT Adaptive Equity strategy to World and Emerging Markets universes. The NT Adaptive Equity strategy is designed to help investors navigate increasingly complex and fast‑changing markets. By combining deep fundamental insights with advanced data science, alternative data and adaptive...

In meeting with businsess leaders, PM Shehbaz says govt taking measures to bring informal economy into tax net

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said that the government was taking measures to bring the informal economy into the tax net in the upcoming budget, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said. The premier made the declaration during a meeting with a delegation of renowned businessmen and industrialists, where he exchanged views with them on the pace of the country’s economic growth and consulted with them over the upcoming budget. “You are the ambassadors of Pakistan,” the premier told the...

Ovo customers to get money back as energy firm agrees to pay £10million

It comes after British Gas last month agreed to a £20million payout and to compensate customers

Benefit fraudsters swindled £630k from DWP to build property empire - including Spain home

Benefit fraudsters swindled £630k from DWP to build property empire - including Spain homeSteve and Kim Benstock amassed an 'impressive' portfolio of homes from their tax and benefit fraud Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments By Jon King, News Reporter 08:34, Wed, Jun 3, 2026 Updated: 08:39, Wed, Jun 3, 2026 Steve and Kim Benstock amassed an 'impressive' portfolio of homes (Image: Facebook)A marrie...

Home Bargains steps in to rescue iconic 207-year-old British heritage brand

Home Bargains steps in to rescue iconic 207-year-old British heritage brandThe brand, which takes its name from the Derbyshire village in which it was founded in 1809, entered administration in late March. Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments By Chris Samuel 08:12, Wed, Jun 3, 2026 Updated: 08:20, Wed, Jun 3, 2026 Home Bargains is said to be interested in a deal to save the brand. (Image: Denby Pot...

OECD predicts spate of recessions globally if Iran conflict drags into 2027

Policy forum lays out ‘prolonged disruption’ scenario in which world’s GDP falls to 2.1% this year from 3.4% in 2025Rural UK ‘particularly at risk’ of diesel shortagesIf the Middle East conflict drags on into next year it would hit global growth hard, driving some economies into recession and causing energy shortages, according to forecasts from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.In its latest Economic Outlook, the Paris-based club of industrialised countries lays out a “...

Rural UK ‘particularly at risk’ of diesel shortages if Iran war continues

OECD forecast sets out economic risks from conflict, pointing to potential shortfalls to key energy productsOECD predicts spate of recessions globally if Iran conflict drags into 2027Rural areas in the UK would be particularly at risk of diesel shortages if the conflict in Iran continues to squeeze supplies, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development has warned.The OECD predicted economic growth of 0.9% in the UK this year – a modest upgrade from the 0.7% it feared in March when...

OECD warns of ‘dark scenario’ if Gulf energy crisis drags on

Growth rates would tumble to levels rarely seen outside of major global events such as the Covid-19 pandemic

OECD: Government spending to fuel UK economy this year as business investment falls

The UK economy’s growth forecast has been moderately upgraded as an expansion in GDP this year is set to be fuelled by high government expenditure, according to the world’s top independent economic organisation.  The OECD, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development for long, said public expenditure would “support the economy” even as consumer spending and business investment is set to weaken.  The Paris-based think tank said growth this year would be 0.9 per cent, slightly h...

Jim Chalmers is putting a positive spin on the economy, but is the outlook for Australia grim?

The economy was slowing even before the Middle East conflict and interest rate hikes started to bite, while the boom in datacentres was a rare bright spotGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe economy slowed sharply in early 2026 and Australians’ living standards are once again going backwards.At the risk of upsetting the treasurer by “talking down the economy”, as he put it, there wasn’t all that much to love in the latest national accounts. Continue reading...

Trump admin. floats tariffs on 60 trading partners after forced labor probe

Politics Trump administration floats tariffs on 60 trading partners — including China, U.K., EU — after forced labor probes By Joe Walsh Joe Walsh Senior Editor, Politics Joe Walsh is a senior editor for digital politics at CBS News. Joe previously covered breaking news for Forbes and local news in Boston. Read Full Bio Joe Walsh June 3, 2026 / 2:46 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google The Trump administration has unveiled proposed tariffs of 10% or more on dozens of countries accused of fai...

Labour's zero-hours contract ban could make youth unemployment crisis worse, business leaders warn

Business leaders have accused Labour of risking the exclusion of young people from the labour market after publishing sweeping proposals to restrict zero-hours contracts.Consultation documents released on Tuesday outlined plans for a 12-week reference period that would determine the guaranteed hours employers must offer workers.Industry leaders warned the timeframe could distort normal working patterns because it may capture unusually busy periods such as the Christmas rush.The criticism comes a...

PM Shehbaz approves extension in business timings

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday approved revised closing timings for businesses with immediate effect. According to a notification issued by the Cabinet Division and shared by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on X, the decision was taken in light of “longer daylight hours and rising temperatures in summer”. The notification stated that markets, shopping malls, bazaars, departmental stores, grocery shops, general stores and kiryana shops will close at 9m throughout...

Ovo to cough up £11.4m for exposing vulnerable customers to harm

Energy supplier Ovo is set to cough up a hefty sum after an investigation by the watchdog concluded that it had left vulnerable customers at risk of harm. The firm – which focuses on smart technology, green energy tariffs, and carbon-reduction goals – will pay £7m into Ofgem’s voluntary redress fund, which is used for firms that breach regulatory rules pay money into a central fund instead of, or in addition to, standard fines. On top of this, Ovo will provide a £3.4m package of credit and...

Ukraine blitzes St Petersburg oil port ahead of economic forum hosted by Putin in city today as tide of war continues to turn Kyiv's way

Ukraine blitzes St Petersburg oil port ahead of economic forum hosted by Putin in city today as tide of war continues to turn Kyiv's waySee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy WILL STEWART Published: 07:07, 3 June 2026 | Updated: 07:08, 3 June 2026 e-mail View comments

Champions League Cash Bonanza: What the 2025/26 Prize Money Means for Europe’s Elite

Albanese government slammed for splurging $13million on consultants to solve housing crisis - despite promising to cut back on spending

Albanese government slammed for splurging $13million on consultants to solve housing crisis - despite promising to cut back on spendingGovernment defends consultant spendLabor pledged to reduce use of consultantsREAD MORE:  Labor MP accused of singling out Liberal because of his raceSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy NICHOLAS COMINO, POLITICAL REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 07:05, 3 June 2026 | Updated: 07:07, 3 June 2026 e-mail View comments

أسعار صادمة: تعرف على أغلى السيارات التي بيعت في المزادات على الإطلاق!

هل تساءلت يومًا عن أغلى السيارات التي تم بيعها في المزادات؟ استعد للدهشة مع الأسعار الخيالية والمواصفات المذهلة!

US proposes action against 60 countries over forced labour concerns: Why India is on the list

The US Trade Representative has proposed additional tariffs on goods from 54 economies, including India, over concerns about forced labor in supply chains. This move, stemming from a Section 301 investigation, could impact India's exports, particularly those relying on Chinese inputs, despite existing domestic prohibitions on forced labor.

How to invest £50 a month: tips for people at different ages

Experts explain how small, regular sums can build wealth over time, from your 20s through to retirementThinking about investing? There are compelling reasons for moving at least some of your money away from standard savings accounts and into the stock market. There are also risks, but over the long term the rewards can be better.Many people are put off by the idea that you need to be wealthy to start investing, or over a certain age. But even if you can only afford to set aside £50 a month, it i...