15 m. ago Real Madrid confirm Rodrygo asking price as Arsenal handed major transfer boost

Arsenal are eyeing a move for Real Madrid winger Rodrygo and reports from Spain are claiming that the LaLiga giants could be tempted to sell the Brazilian for around £76.8million

Economics

17 m. ago Tesla’s EU sales slump continues; China’s premier warns global trade tensions ‘intensifying’ – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsShares in UK defence Babcock have surged 13% at the start of trading, after it upgraded its medium-term forecasts and hailed a ‘new era’ for defence (see earlier post).After several turbulent sessions, the financial markets seem calm this morning, as the Israel-Iran ceasefire holds.‘’Optimism about the fragile ceasefire holding between Iran and Israel has bubbled through markets, lifting equities, but more doubts are now creeping in about the truce holding.Wall Street rose in a relief wave, pushing the S&P 500 close to record highs. Sentiment has held up in Asia and European indices largely look set for a positive start to trading. Nevertheless, a little more uncertainty is seeping in. A leaked report from US Intelligence casting doubt on the effectiveness of the US strikes in crippling Tehran’s nuclear capabilities, has led to some worries that military action could resume. Continue reading...

Events

22 m. ago Babcock hails ‘new era of defence’ as global threats prompt greater spending

The London-listed company reported higher profits and raised its financial outlook.

Events

40 m. ago Sadiq Khan leads huge Labour revolt against Keir Starmer's benefit cuts that will 'destroy financial safety net'

City Hall warned that disabled Londoners face losses of between £3,800 and £5,700 a year if Labour reforms approved

Economics

80 m. ago Scottish Widows owes it to the UK taxpayer to invest in British companies

The pension giant plans to cut its exposure to UK equities from 12% to 3%

Economics

98 m. ago Asian shares gain as investors shift focus to Federal Reserve, tariffs

Asian shares have logged modest gains after U.S. stocks climbed to near their all-time high

Economics

8 h. ago Watchdog to tackle Google dominance of online searches that could force tech giant to hand back much of the power it has taken from businesses

The tech giant faces having to hand back much of the power it has taken from businesses, including news publishers.

Politics

9 h. ago Gen X is the least financially secure generation — and most Americans say they need six figures to live comfortably

Compounding financial pressures are making the dream of a single-income household a thing of the past, analysts say

Politics

9 h. ago Louisiana files lawsuits alleging pharmaceutical giant CVS deceived customers in text messages

Louisiana accused pharmaceutical giant CVS of using its dominant market position to abuse customer information, drive up drug costs and unfairly undermine independent pharmacies

Economics

10 h. ago Benfica vs Bayern Munich live: Benfica top Club World Cup Group C standings thanks to Schjelderup’s first

Benfica were at risk of elimination if they lost but they clung on for a first-ever win for the German giants and topped Group C in the process

Society

10 h. ago The home buyers who could benefit from possible mortgage rule changes

The UK’s financial watchdog has initiated a "public conversation" into the future of the mortgage market, potentially easing access for first-time buyers, the self-employed, and those borrowing into retirement.

Economics

10 h. ago New mortgage rules could make it easier for renters and self

The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a discussion paper on the benefits and risks that changing rules could see

Politics

10 h. ago Lyon RELEGATED as league bosses drop bombshell and Crystal Palace await decision

French football chiefs have decided to demote seven-time champions League from Ligue 1 after an audit of their finances, with the company of owner John Textor reporting to have debts of around £422m

Events

10 h. ago French giants Lyon relegated to Ligue 2 over financial difficulties

The decision can be appealed

Politics

11 h. ago 'Thunderbolt' move as Ligue 1 giants Olympique Lyon relegated over financial issues

It is unclear how this 'thunderbolt to French football' will impact Lyon’s participation in the Europa League next season, after the French side racked up millions of euros of debt

Politics

14 h. ago Emma Raducanu battles back from brink of tears to win first match since French Open

The British number one, who missed last week's Berlin Open as she managed a back problem, triumphed 6-7 (5) 6-3 6-1.

Events

15 h. ago Man Utd eye £34m midfielder transfer as two Premier League clubs brutally rejected

Club Brugge starlet Ardon Jashari is the subject of strong interest from England and Italian giants AC Milan have now kickstarted the bidding for the Switzerland international

Politics

15 h. ago Voices: Why it’s time you got off Google and used a different search engine instead

Britain’s competition regulator is concerned about the search giant’s market domination – as are watchdogs in the US and the EU. But might the problem yet fix itself, asks James Moore

Politics

16 h. ago Welsh B&Q branch confirms move to new store just one mile away

The DIY giant has had a store and garden centre in the same spot just off the A40 for decades but the company has confirmed it is set for a new beginning nearby

Politics

16 h. ago BBC make major change to Wimbledon coverage as iconic show relegated

The switch has left some fans furious with one describing it as 'a shambles'

Politics