The world in a glance.

The UK is turning the energy crisis into a political mess

Castigating companies for ‘profiteering’ is nonsensical and unhelpful rhetoric

How Europe made Viktor Orbán

Hungary’s illiberal champion has benefited from the misjudgments and complacency of other leaders

Why the S&P 500 could drop to 6,000 before it reaches a fresh record high

The S&P 500 needs a bigger selloff before it can start marching to a fresh record high, says BTIG’s Jonathan Krinsky.

It’s not just patients who are sick of fighting health insurers. Doctors are frustrated, too.

The pattern is clear — insurance companies get rewarded for their ability to profit from system complexity.

Economy jolted by Iran war. Inflation bubbles up and service companies curb employment.

The largest part of the economy grew a bit slower in March as the Iran war drove up oil and other prices and companies responded by reducing employment, suggesting a rockier path…

Israeli strikes shut down crucial Iranian petrochemical plants

Vital industry sites and export revenue sources hit as Tehran threatens to respond ‘crushingly’ to Trump ultimatum

Jamie Dimon warns rising oil prices could trigger a recession and a bear market in 2026

Jamie Dimon warns of a “skunk at the party” in 2026 in the form of rising inflation leading to a selloff in the stock market.

United Airlines wants even higher ticket prices. It’ll get them — with or without the Iran war.

United’s new ‘luxury’ strategy is a risky bet for investors when fares and complaints are sky-high.

Is the world running out of oil? Here are three ways Goldman Sachs is answering that critical question.

Analysts led by Yulia Zhestkova Grigsby, a commodities strategist, looked at product supplies, price responses and anecdotes to address the issue of whether the global economy is…

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon in annual letter cites risks in geopolitics, AI and private markets

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon in his annual letter to shareholders noted the country's 250th anniversary and called for a broad recommitment to American ideals.

Google just sucker-punched these highflying tech stocks — don’t let the relief rally fool you

Google’s TurboQuant cracks the memory-chip cartel — and the hardware-heavy AI thesis now looks like yesterday’s news.

Britain needs a plan to invest in defence

Repeated delays are worrying partners and risk losing key technologies

US stock futures rise on reports of Middle East ceasefire proposal

Proposal for 45-day ceasefire reported to have been shared by Pakistan, Egypt and Turkey ahead of Trump deadline

‘This is an overlooked catastrophe’: Why do so many hospitals not accept Medicare Advantage for cancer patients?

“Insurers have pushed certain cancer-care centers out of network before the end of the calendar or policy year.”

Trump is hastening Britain’s return to the EU

Economics, security and domestic politics all point the Starmer government towards Brussels

Jamie Dimon warns private credit losses will be larger than feared

JPMorgan chief raises alarm on weakening lending standards in annual shareholder letter

Is it unethical to use AI in my Airbnb photos to market my property to guests?

“No matter what I do, the beds still look a bit creased and worn, even grubby, in pictures.”

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

“We currently have a home equity line of credit in the amount of $30,000 and a car loan of $15,000.”

Bank of England divided on how to tackle energy-induced inflation

After a rare unanimous vote to hold interest rates in March, conflicting approaches are likely at this month’s MPC meeting

Bank of England divided over how to tackle energy-induced inflation

After a rare unanimous vote to hold interest rates in March, conflicting approaches are likely at this month’s MPC meeting

EU warns capitals against turning energy crunch into fiscal crisis

Excessive spending to cushion soaring prices would have ‘serious fiscal implications’, says economy commissioner

Jones steps back from Downing St role as Romeo’s influence grows

Chief secretary to prime minister is less central to Starmer’s Number 10 operation after arrival of new head of civil service

Why this oil shock is different

Governments and central banks are out of policy ammunition to contain the economic fallout

Maga stands by Trump on Iran — for now

On the streets of small-town Georgia, the president’s base is backing the war as swing voters waver

Private equity buyouts slump as AI fears and war dent dealmaking

Groups agreed acquisitions worth $172bn in three months to March, a 36 per cent fall from previous quarter

Let technology explore what the voters really want

New insights into motivation and strength of feeling could help democracy work better

Trump vows to destroy Iran’s power plants and bridges unless it reopens strait

As war enters sixth week, the price of Brent crude rises slightly above $110 a barrel

‘I was shoveling sidewalks at 8 years old’: I’m a 73-year-old boomer dad with two kids. Here’s what I teach them about finance

“My parents knew nothing about finance and investing, so my buddies and I had to figure it out on our own.”

‘I plan to take out a mortgage’: My father died. Should I buy the family home from my mom at a 40% discount?

“I’ve been caring for my mother, and we each currently occupy a unit in the house.”

April is usually a strong month for stocks — but three factors now jeopardize the market rebound

Worries about Fed rate hikes and souring earnings expectations could easily trip up the market for a second straight month.

Iran allows Iraqi ships through Hormuz strait

Tehran’s decision could allow 3mn b/d of oil to be released to international markets

Is AI the new fracking?

The backlash against data centres chimes with energy Nimbyism of the past

Delta kicks off an earnings season focused on surging gas prices and the Iran war

When Delta Air Lines kicks off the first-quarter earnings season on Wednesday, the air carrier’s results and forecast will offer a deeper look at how well U.S. customers and…

Trump vows to destroy Iran’s power plants and bridges unless it reopens strait

US special forces locate second missing crew member from F-15E shot down over Iran

‘Our mood changes almost on a daily basis’: Why $4 gas prices feel a lot worse this time around

As far as gas prices go, there is no hive mind.

‘This is an overlooked catastrophe’: Why do so many hospitals not accept Medicare Advantage for cancer patients?

“Insurers have pushed certain cancer-care centers out of network before the end of the calendar or policy year.”

Nelson Peltz’s bidding war highlights $25bn wave of asset manager consolidation

Quest for scale puts global money manager tie-ups on pace to crush last year’s deal total as costs and competition mount

‘I feel overwhelmed’: I’m 56 and only have $60,000 in my IRA. Is it too late for me?

“My husband has a pension, but I worry that if he passes before me, I could be left with nothing.”

‘We’re aiming for a monthly income of $11,500’: I’m 64. I’ve $1.5 million in a 401(k). How do I time my withdrawals?

“I plan to start collecting my Social Security of $4,100 at 68.”

Inflation or recession? The tug of war in bond markets

Governments’ borrowing costs are being pulled in opposite directions

US rescues second fighter jet airman shot down over Iran

Trump hails recovery of weapons system officer who spent more than 24 hours on the ground

US rescues second airman from fighter jet shot down in Iran

Recovery of missing officer follows complex mission in country’s south-west

How we gave up on forgiveness

What was once seen as a virtue is now viewed as a moral weakness — leaving a society mired in toxicity

Stagflation fears demolish confidence in UK housing

Shares across the sector are taking a beating

400% gains for AI stocks help drive Hong Kong IPOs to 5-year high

Deal backlogs and stricter quality controls are pushing some tech firms back to mainland Chinese listings

How Iran keeps firing missiles under bombardment

Tehran is still launching retaliatory strikes on Israel and Gulf states

Military briefing: How Iran keeps firing missiles under bombardment

Tehran is still launching retaliatory strikes on Israel and Gulf states

Pharma just ‘scratching the surface’ of weight-loss drug market

Novo Nordisk chief estimates industry reaching only 15% of potential customers at most

The professional negotiators who do deals with cyber criminals

With ransomware attacks on the rise, businesses are calling on a new class of security expert to help with high-stakes talks

Campaign to curb cars in Berlin sparks uproar ahead of election

Conservatives and far right are opposing a citizens’ initiative to restrict traffic in the German capital