Goodwin considers selling part of defence business
British engineering company Goodwin has said it is considering selling off parts of its business, which supplies components to major defence and nuclear programmes.
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U.S. economy unexpectedly loses 23,000 jobs in July
A summer hiring slump dogged the US labor market in July as the economy unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs, according to new data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How a 90-second power outage sparked chaos for rail commuters
The power failure which hit a Network Rail operations centre in Manchester was a rare incident.
US strikes $1.2bn deal to pay German firm to halt offshore wind projects
The RWE payout is the latest in a string of deals cancelling wind energy projects, a power source long derided by Trump.
Trump imposes 15% tariff on key chip material to counter China
The move aims to protect US firms as they face increasing competition from China's chip industry.
Why is Hero MotoCorp stock rising today?
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Argos is getting a makeover - but can it attract new shoppers?
The chain has been a fixture of the British High Street for more than 50 years and is still used by around half of all UK households.
Trump imposes 15% tariff on key chip material to counter China
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday that imposes a 15% tariff on imported products made from polysilicon, a crucial material used in semiconductors and solar panels.
Progyny Q2 2026 slides: revenue beats, margins expand despite stock drop
It’s Friday, so treat yourself! Inspire Brands, the private empire behind Dunkin’, Arby’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, Sonic Drive-In, Baskin Robbins, and Jimmy John’s, just confidentially filed for an IPO. Backer Roark Capital…
Meta fined $567m in largest child safety ruling against social media giant
A US judge in New Mexico on Thursday ordered Meta to pay another $567m (£421m) for its failure to warn the public about dangers its platforms posed to children, marking the largest ruling against the company over child…
Why airlines are warning over lithium-ion batteries
Ben Wodecki is used to travelling the globe and is used to seeing airline crew at work.
Why airlines are warning over lithium-ion batteries
The airline industry wants passengers to be careful when travelling with lithium ion batteries.
Productivity Growth Suppresses Inflation as Technology Makes Everything Cheaper
The PAP government abandoned the Second Industrial Revolution—a huge mistake, given how high value, high-tech manufacturing subsequently drove growth in other regional economies—and developed a new two pronged strategy:…
Adtran Q2 2026 slides: optical surge masks margin pressure
Oil prices turn lower as Bessent says U.S. may have Iran deal "today or tomorrow"
EasyJet agrees to £5.7bn takeover by US firm
No-frills airline EasyJet has agreed to be taken over in a £5.7bn deal by US firm Apollo after a rival suitor dropped out.
Car washes and vape shops can still sponsor skilled foreign workers despite visa changes
More than 1,900 small high street businesses including mini-marts, vape shops and car washes are licensed to sponsor foreign workers under a specialist scheme intended for high-earning individuals despite visa rules bei…
Palantir Earnings Provide Hope for the Software Sector
August 5, 2026, 3:53 AM EDT.IPOs such as SpaceX and ChangXin Memory Technologies have generated worldwide interest, particularly across the tech and AI sectors. Still, with founders trying to maximize returns and invest…
Raleigh owner starts insolvency proceedings
Accell, based in the Netherlands, has owned the famous bike brand since 2012.
Cashing in on SpaceX: 'Every chance I get, I'll sell a little more'
Andre Lavoie joined SpaceX in 2009 as an engineer, designing the pressure tanks that help power its rocket. He was paid partly in stock - a common trade-off at start-ups as a hiring incentive.
Moderna wins U.S. FDA approval for first mRNA-based flu vaccine
Today is the deadline the FDA set itself to issue a verdict on the first mRNA-based seasonal influenza vaccine in American history — but adults 50 and older who are hoping to switch to Moderna's mFlusiva for the coming …
Meta becomes latest firm to say its AI hacked another company
Meta is the latest company to disclose an AI agent breach, raising cyber-security concerns.
Winemakers prosper but veg farms wilt in the drought
Growers in the West of England search for new crops to grow in a changing climate.
Australia trade swings to June surplus, beats forecasts as exports rebound
Australia’s trade balance recorded a surplus of A$1,929 million in June, according to official data released today, defying market expectations of a A$1,100 million deficit. The surprise surplus, driven by stronger-than…
US beef prices have soared but farmers aren't making more money
With US beef prices soaring to record highs, you might think that South Dakota cattle rancher Eric Gropper would be celebrating.