UN Shipping Emissions Deal Sparks U.S.–EU
A global shipping emissions deal under the UN’s maritime body has triggered a clash between the U.S. and the EU
Shawbrook Bank Plans London IPO to Revive City Listings
Shawbrook Bank has announced plans for a London IPO, targeting a £2 billion valuation and a 10% free float, aiming to restore investor confidence
Fund Managers Urge Bank of England to Halt Gilt Sales
Leading fund managers managing over $1.5 trillion are urging the Bank of England to halt gilt sales, warning that the policy inflates borrowing costs
France Pushes for 50% Cap on UK Components in €150bn EU Defence Fund
France proposes a 50% cap on UK-made components in EU’s €150bn SAFE defence fund, triggering opposition from UK firms amid ongoing technical talks.
Global Oil & Gas Decline Rates Worsen, Threatening Supply
Global oil and gas decline rates are worsening, with the IEA reporting annual drops of 5.6% for oil and 6.8% for gas.
UK Business-Rate Reform Targets Growth for Small Firms
The UK’s business-rate reform to help small businesses introduces fairer thresholds, ending tax cliff-edges and encouraging expansion with structural changes to the tax model.
World Oil Supply Forecast to Rise, Surplus Expected
Global oil supply is forecast to rise through 2026, creating a potential surplus as output growth outpaces demand. IEA warns of rising inventories and market shifts ahead.
