5 h. ago Tesla sales in Europe plummet by 45% as customers seem to sour on Elon Musk

The CEO’s political influence is suggested by some as a big reason for a drop in share price this year

Economics

5 h. ago Tesla crashes out of $1 trillion club as "Elon factor" hits sales and shares

Tesla’s UK sales so far this year will be revealed next week by industry body SMMT

Events

53 h. ago ‘No longer on the margins’: how women are outperfoming men in Africa’s art market

In 2024, the top five highest-priced sales of African art were all by women, according to research, reflecting increased recognition and demand for their workWhen female African artists collectively surpassed men in auction sales in 2023 for the first time, many dismissed it as an anomaly. But the trend persisted. In 2024 women maintained a strong 52.8% share of sales, despite a broader decline in the African art market.“This shift marks a significant moment in art market history, particularly as global sales of women artists have not yet reached parity with men,” says Lindsay Dewar, chief operating officer of research company ArtTactic. “The African art scene stands out as a leader, where women artists are thriving and performing exceptionally well.” Continue reading...

Politics

5 d. ago Tesco customer confused by mysterious 'influx' of white eggs at supermarkets

After a Tesco customer shared a video highlighting the number of white eggs on sale at their local supermarket as opposed to brown ones, others shared a number of theories about the change

Economics

6 d. ago Walmart shares fall upon disappointing forecast, fueling US spending worries

World’s largest retailer expects inflation-weary consumers to pull back after shares hit record high of $105 last weekWalmart on Thursday forecast sales and profit for its latest fiscal year below Wall Street estimates, suggesting that the world’s largest retailer expects inflation-weary consumers to pull back after several quarters of solid growth.Walmart shares, which had risen about 72% in 2024 and hit a record high of $105 last week, were down 6% in early trading. Shares of its rival retailer Target were down 1.6%, with Amazon 0.9% lower. Continue reading...

Politics

6 d. ago Dave King ready to sell Rangers shares as major Ibrox player paves way for stunning takeover

The ex chairman is the biggest individual shareholder and is now ready to play his part in the sale of the club

Sport