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Vance says Islamabad talks will be ‘positive’ even as Iran casts doubt on attendance

US vice-president’s comments come ahead of negotiations in Pakistan intended to reach deal to end more than five-week war

Iran-linked ships dominate Hormuz traffic after ceasefire

At least nine of the 14 or so vessels to have transited chokepoint since the pause in fighting have ties to Tehran

Why has the UK economy been so badly hit by the Iran war?

Over-reliance on imported gas and worries over Starmer’s future likely to stall pick-up in momentum, analysts say

There are years-long waiting lists to retire on college campuses. 6 steps to take before enrolling.

Retiring to a college community can be great — if you can afford it.

Crispin Odey abandons £79mn libel case against the FT over sexual misconduct claims

The FT had said 15 women were willing to testify in court against former hedge fund boss

Donald Trump touts Palantir’s ‘war’ role after short seller attack

US president’s endorsement follows criticism from famed investor Michael Burry

Trump is surrendering America’s moral leadership

The president’s chilling threats have further eroded rules against war crimes

US inflation jumps to two-year high as Iran war ripples across economy

Consumer sentiment sinks to record low as petrol prices post record monthly surge in March

This might be the best time for you to load up on Big Tech stocks

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Chrysler CEO says there is a minivan 'resurgence' but stays quiet on product plans

The Chrysler Pacifica — the brand's last standing model — is expected to grow in sales, according to Chrysler and Dodge CEO Matt McAlear.

JPMorgan limbers up to become Olympic sponsor

Bank set to join select list of corporate partners ahead of 2028 Games in Los Angeles

Palo Alto Networks’ stock leads another dramatic software selloff. Here’s what investors need to know.

Investors seem increasingly spooked by Mythos, a forthcoming Anthropic model that the company has said is so powerful it could penetrate existing cyber defenses if it’s misused by…

‘Our FICO score is excellent’: My husband and I are in our 70s. Do we take out a $10,000 loan for a new roof?

With inflation surging in March, don’t expect lower rates on your loans.

The average tax refund is over $3,500 — and you’ve get less than a week to file

So far, the IRS has received 1 million fewer tax returns than at the same point last year.

US inflation rose to 3.3% in March on Middle East energy shock

Increase in prices highest since May 2024 as Iran conflict triggers historic surge in petrol prices

The Masters has become the biggest event of the year for private jet companies

Private jet companies are competing for high-spending customers with lavish on-the-ground experiences near the golf course.

AI punters lose their shirts on Premier League bets

Models by Google, OpenAI, Anthropic and xAI struggle when asked to predict scores over football season

Wall Street’s fear gauge just flashed an unusual signal that could carry the S&P 500 to 7,400 within months

The falling VIX is a third sign that the bottom for stocks is in says Fundstrat’s Tom Lee

European airports face jet fuel shortages within three weeks

Industry group warns EU that reserves are running low

‘I am at a crossroads’: I’m 37 and have $1.3 million. Do I stop working to spend time with my young kids?

“Right now, we only see our kids (ages 5 and 2) awake for about 90 minutes a day.”

‘I feel pressured’: My husband has early Alzheimer’s and wants to visit Europe, but I’m terrified of flying. What should I do?

“My husband’s memory is still good, but he has lost some executive function.”

‘Crime 101’ actor Tate Donovan lists lush Texas Hill Country property for $1.7 million

Hollywood actor and former “Friends” star Tate Donovan is selling the beautiful Texas property he has owned for the last decade, listing it for just a hair under $1.7 million.

China’s Xi tells Taiwan opposition leader unification an ‘inevitability’

Meeting in Beijing with Chinese president first of its kind in a decade

North Sea oil prices hit record high as Iran keeps hold over Hormuz

Washington-Tehran ceasefire agreement fails to stem global energy crunch

China’s factory gate prices exit deflation after Iran war shock

Producer price index for the world’s dominant manufacturer turns positive year-on-year for the first time since 2022

Labour’s deputy warns against ‘bloody’ leadership contest to replace Starmer

Lucy Powell, an ally of Andy Burnham, says party members would take ‘dim view’ of challenge despite looming election losses

Iran war will leave a long-term ‘scar’ on Wall Street, investors warn

Commodity prices and bond yields unlikely to return to pre-conflict levels quickly

Nato split over US access to European bases in Iran war

Donald Trump irate at France and Spain’s refusal to authorise use of military facilities

Now would be a great time to send US ambassadors to the Middle East

At a time when many question American leadership, there’s an underrated value in simply showing up

Six lessons for investors on pricing disaster

Buy The Dip mantras ignore the fact that not all US market vulnerabilities have been accounted for

Trump warns Iran over charging for passage through strait

Global stocks rise in wake of S&P winning streak on ceasefire optimism

Your grocery bill will be the next casualty of the Iran war. These investment moves can counter food inflation.

Four food-supply chokeholds are squeezing investor portfolios. Here’s what to do before your grocery bill proves it in October.

‘I feel pressured’: My husband has early Alzheimer’s and wants to visit Europe, but I’m terrified of flying. What should I do?

“My husband’s memory is still good, but he has lost some executive function.”

North Sea oil prices hit record high as Iran keeps hold over Hormuz

Washington-Tehran ceasefire agreement fails to stem global energy crunch

The shaky Trump-Iran cease-fire means being ready to exit any ‘war’s over’ stock-market rally

These signals for investors will make or break the truce — and oil prices.

You have until April 15 to get this $8,000 Roth IRA freebie — no matter what your income

All U.S. taxpayers have until tax day — Wednesday, April 15 — to take advantage of the Roth IRA tax break for 2025, even if they think they earn too much.

Here’s how much money Iran can make charging tolls on one-fifth of the world’s seaborne oil

Iran doesn’t stand to make much money with traffic through the Strait of Hormuz nearly at a standstill, but it can rake in billions in Chinese yuan, or hundreds of millions in…

S&P 500 posts longest winning streak since October on ceasefire optimism

US stocks closed higher as investors remained positive that Iran would stick to agreement after Israel and Lebanon agree to talks

Nvidia’s stock is quietly gaining steam — it’s on its longest winning streak since 2023

Nvidia’s stock trades meaningfully below its 52-week high, suggesting to one analyst that it could see sustained gains if the AI trade comes back alive.

xAI sues Colorado over first state AI anti-discrimination law

Elon Musk’s AI lab claims the regulations violate free speech protections

Lebanon’s 10 minutes from hell

A string of rapid Israeli attacks killed hundreds of people in one of the deadliest episodes in the country’s history

The 10 minutes that set Lebanon ablaze

A string of rapid Israeli attacks killed hundreds of people in one of the deadliest episodes in the country’s history

Netanyahu authorises Israeli talks with Lebanon after Trump intervention

Israel’s military campaign against Hizbollah has threatened to undermine fragile truce agreed by US and Iran

Software stocks are having a ‘full-fledged breakdown’ — and they may fall even further

A strategist notes that the sector is once again testing a technical support level, which increases the likelihood that it will break that support.

CoreWeave’s stock bounces back. Why investors are cheering the new Meta deal.

Wall Street still has various questions about CoreWeave’s expanded Meta partnership and the company’s financing plans.

Disney plans layoffs of as many as 1,000 employees

Disney is planning a new phase of cost cutting, including as many as 1,000 layoffs, under new CEO Josh D'Amaro, according to a person familiar with the matter.

The stock-market correction isn’t over yet. Here’s why the Iran cease-fire is actually a bad omen.

Market timers are too bullish about the outcome of the war — and May marks the start of the worst six-month stretch for markets historically.

American Airlines makes bag fees even more expensive for basic economy tickets

American Airlines is joining Delta, United, Southwest and JetBlue in raising its checked bag fees as the industry deals with high jet fuel prices.

Your grocery bill will be the next casualty of the Iran war. Make these investment moves now to counter food inflation.

Four food-supply chokeholds are squeezing investor portfolios. Here’s what to do before your grocery bill proves it in October.

DOJ launches probe into NFL over media rights packages and antitrust concerns

The Department of Justice is raising concerns about the NFL's offerings across various platforms and affordability of consumers.