60 m. ago Business news live: Oil prices surge at highest rate in years amid Israel

Stock market reaction and business news for Friday

Politics

66 m. ago Oil surges after Israel’s attack on Iran, risking ‘stagflationary shock’ – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsIsrael launches strikes on ‘dozens’ of targets in Iran, targeting nuclear programmeBudget airline Wizz, whose shares are down almost 5% today, says it has suspended flights to Tel Aviv and re-routed flights affected by closed airspace in the region for the next 72 hours.The jump in the oil price today, following Israel’s attack on Iran, is a “bad shock for the global economy at a bad time”.For the average consumer, they will be looking at more income uncertainty. They will be looking at higher petrol prices, and in the UK, they’re probably looking now at higher risk of taxation in October.So whatever way you look at it, it’s negative short term, it’s negative longer term. Continue reading...

Events

85 m. ago Trump’s insurrection routine: fuel violence, spawn chaos, shrug off the law | Sidney Blumenthal

Four years after the January 6 attack, the president is toying with invoking the Insurrection Act to respond to a conflict he provokedDonald Trump’s stages of insurrection have passed from trying to suppress one that didn’t exist, to creating one himself, to generating a local incident he falsely depicts as a national emergency. In every case, whether he inflates himself into the strongman putting down an insurrection or acts as the instigator-in-chief, his routine has been to foster violence, spawn chaos and show contempt for the law.In his first term, Trump reportedly asked the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, General Mark Milley, “Can’t you just shoot them, just shoot them in the legs or something?” Trump was agitated about protesters in Lafayette Park, across from the White House, after the murder of George Floyd in 2020. On 1 June, Trump ordered the US Park police to clear the park. Some charged on horses into the crowd. Trump emerged after the teargas wafted away to walk...

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85 m. ago Man City reduce matchday prices by up to 43% in major win for fans

Manchester City have taken steps to make matches more affordable for their supporters in order to improve the atmosphere.

Politics

96 m. ago Ninja air fryer dubbed 'tiny kitchen wizard' by shoppers cut to rare lower price

The Ninja Double Stack XL Air Fryer is currently available for its lowest ever price on Amazon, letting you save 31 percent on the usual price tag.

Economics

99 m. ago Fiat solves 'barrier for electric cars' to allow battery recharges in FIVE MINUTES

The 'technological revolution' will guarantee drivers of EVs can fully recharge their car's battery in the same time it takes to fill up with petrol.

Science

2 h. ago Tesco shoppers shocked after spotting new £10 item on supermarket shelves

Shoppers with a Clubcard can get the treat at a discounted price of £7.95

Economics

2 h. ago Boots warns shoppers 'when it's gone it's gone' as latest beauty box saves £116

The Festival Edit is worth over £160 but is priced at £45, containing top brands like Milk, Kylie Cosmetics and more

Events

2 h. ago This cordless vacuum cleaner changed the game in our tiny cottage – now it’s £100 off on Amazon

This lightweight foldable vacuum changed how we clean our small cottage – and it’s now at its best price in months.

Economics

2 h. ago Business news live: Oil prices surge after Israel attacks Iran, FTSE 100 falls after all time high

Stock market reaction and business news for Friday

Politics

2 h. ago Football transfer rumours: Garnacho off to Villa? Spurs in for Mbeumo?

Today’s rumours are eyeing the weekendAlejandro Garnacho will be allowed to leave Manchester United this summer if the price is right. One surprising potential suitor is Aston Villa, who could make a move for the winger. They took Marcus Rashford on loan from Old Trafford last season, revitalising his career somewhat in the progress, so Garnacho may feel it is a move in the right direction away from the current dead end.It will be a busy summer at United as Ruben Amorim attempts to assemble a squad that has the vague chance of fitting into his 3-4-3 constraints. One key area where improvement is required is centre-forward. A potential plan to source an actual goalscorer could see United offer up Joshua Zirkzee to Napoli as part of a deal for Victor Osimhen. There could, however, be some very serious competition for the Nigerian as Liverpool may also fancy a nibble. Continue reading...

Sport

2 h. ago Amazon drops the price of 'ultra silent' tower fan in time for heatwave

'The fan puts out a lot of breeze even on lower settings'

Politics

2 h. ago Anglian Water profits go up after price increases as debt swell to £7.7bn

It came as the utilities firm also revealed an increase in pollution incidents over the year.

Economics

3 h. ago Business news live: Oil prices surge after Israel attacks Iran, FTSE 100 drops after all time high

Stock market reaction and business news for Friday

Politics

3 h. ago Oil surges after Israel’s attack on Iran, as markets slide – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsIsrael launches strikes on ‘dozens’ of targets in Iran, targeting nuclear programmeEuropean stock markets have joined the global selloff, as the overnight escalation in the Middle East has triggered a wave of risk-off sentiment.Here’s now the main indices have fallen:Germany’s DAX: -1.35%France’s CAC: -1.2%Italy’s FTSE MIB: -1.45%Spain’s IBEX: -1.55%This alarming escalation in the Middle East has likely caught many investors off guard. Those who have been looking for an opportunity to sell stocks and take profits are now becoming active. It seems the DAX has seen its yearly high from just over a week ago for the time being.Oil prices are skyrocketing as fears grow not only regarding the disruption of Iran’s recent strengthened oil exports but also the potential targeting of other oil production facilities in the region, should this conflict escalate further. Additionally, the transportation of oil through the Strait of Hormuz...

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3 h. ago Collapsed Glastonbury Festival glamping firm Yurtel debts revealed and EDF buys EV charging firm amid weak vehicle sales

From fresh revelations over Glastonbury glamping firm Yurtel’s collapse and EDF’s takeover of Pod Point, to Octopus investing in African clean tech, Badenoch’s business plea, rising jobseeker numbers, and FuelHub’s funding push - here are today’s top UK business stories.

Economics

3 h. ago Oil prices soar after Israel launches strikes on Iran’s capital

The price of Brent crude jumped nearly 10% higher at one stage as financial markets also tumbled across Asia overnight.

Politics

3 h. ago Win a Breitling or Rolex for less than £1 in BOTB’s luxury watch prize draw

Breitling, Rolex and Omega watches are up for grabs in BOTB’s latest draw – with ticket prices from just 40p and some offering big cash bonuses.

Economics

4 h. ago F1 star suffers Canadian GP nightmare as passport and computer stolen by thieves

Formula 1 star Gabriel Bortoleto is chasing his first points of the season in Montreal but was hit by significant disruption when having dinner in Switzerland days before the GP

Politics

4 h. ago Cheaper mortgages and relaxed lending rules push up price of a first home

Falling interest rates and the ability to borrow more are set to push prices of first-time buyer homes even higher, after they already spiked at the start of 2025.

Economics