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Istat confirms Italy's 2025 deficit of 3.1% of GDP
Istat said Tuesday that Italy's deficit-to-GDP ratio for 2025 was 3.1%, confirming the provision figure it gave in April. (ANSA)
Michele Bullock's final speech before RBA board meeting cements interest rate rise bets
All four major banks and the bulk of money market traders believe the Reserve Bank will raise interest rates next week and governor Michele Bullock did nothing to dissuade them during a speech in Sydney.
Noel Tata proposes splitting Tata Sons as alternative to RBI-mandated listing
Noel Tata suggested restructuring Tata Sons into multiple entities. This proposal offers an alternative to listing the holding company. The Tata Sons board is divided on this restructuring versus listing. Shapoorji Pallonji Group supports a public listing of Tata Sons. Any restructuring faces significant regulatory and commercial complexities.
Beatrice finance director talks to council about 2027 budget
“We’re looking at high level changes in our general fund ...,” said Hannah Bell. “We have a 3.8% increase, which mostly has to do with property taxes.”
Gold prices fall Rs 1,500 in Delhi; silver stays flat at Rs 2.42 lakh per kilogram
Gold prices fell Rs 1,500 to Rs 1.54 lakh per 10 grams in Delhi on Tuesday, pressured by a stronger dollar and hawkish comments from US Federal Reserve officials, while silver prices remained unchanged.
Building on the Moon: Turning Lunar Regolith Into Roads, Pads, and Barriers - AZoBuild
Building on the Moon: Turning Lunar Regolith Into Roads, Pads, and Barriers AZoBuild How commercial mobility is driving the new space race The World Economic Forum The Lunar Economy Could Be Worth $566B by 2050. First, We Have to Build It. Payload Space The moon is ‘pretty much’ inevitable. Mars is another matter entirely MaltaToday Iowa State's NASA partnership could aid next moon trip. Here's how The Quad-City Times
Global App Economy Outlook 2025-2031: Gaming, Social, E-Commerce and Productivity Apps Drive New Growth as Monetization Models and Platform Strategies Evolve
Smartphone and internet adoption, especially in emerging markets, is fueling mobile-first apps, super apps and cloud services, while 5G, AI and AR/VR enable richer experiences. Smartphone and internet adoption, especially in emerging markets, is fueling mobile-first apps, super apps and cloud services, while 5G, AI and AR/VR enable richer experiences.
Copper Scrap Market Set for Growth Through 2033, Fueled by Electrification, Circular Economy Initiatives and Rising Demand for Recycled Copper
Circular-economy policies and growth in EVs, renewables, electronics and construction are creating opportunities in advanced copper scrap collection, sorting and refining. Circular-economy policies and growth in EVs, renewables, electronics and construction are creating opportunities in advanced copper scrap collection, sorting and refining.
Mother charged with murder after alleged stabbing in Blue Mountains – as it happened - The Guardian
Mother charged with murder after alleged stabbing in Blue Mountains – as it happened The Guardian Jetstar staff to waive extra baggage and seat fees as industrial action escalates – as it happened The Guardian RBA boss flags global central bank fears of AI investment bubble The Australian ASX rises, RBA governor says AI data centres are 'adding' to high inflation problem — as it happened ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation CBA backs Chalmers’ bullish AI productivity outloo
Soaring Oil and Gas Prices Push Europe’s Inflation Fight Into 2027
Soaring oil and gas prices will keep most other prices elevated for longer, with eurozone inflation only likely to approach the target rate of 2% towards the middle of next year, the chief economist of the European Central Bank has said. “As a result, we believe this second wave of energy price increases should lead to higher and more persistent inflation, before it recedes towards our target starting in mid-2027,” Philip Lane told a Swiss daily, as quoted by Reuters. Lane added that so far, th
Changes To Support Budgets For NDIS Participants
In the 2026-27 Budget, the Australian Government announced it would reset funding for some NDIS supports from 1 October 2026. This will impact budget
The North Sea transition is running out of time and risks becoming disorderly decline
Britain’s traditional energy economy is declining faster than the new one is being built
EU, Philippines Strike Free-Trade Deal as US Tariffs Spur Diversification
EU, Philippines Strike Free-Trade Deal as US Tariffs Spur Diversification
PM Is Right To Be Surprised – Real Pay Data, Not Job Ads, Shows Public Service Pay Up 1.3%, Inflation 4.1% – PSA
The Prime Minister was right to be surprised by claims public servants are getting 10% pay rises – because they...
Yorkshire hauliers warn rising diesel costs will hit prices
Yorkshire haulage firms warn soaring diesel prices are driving up costs, fuel surcharges and inflation, as operators call for urgent Government…
An AI Downturn May Put US Economy at Risk
The giants of the AI industry have begun a necessary conversation about the speed and safety of development, writes Jeran Wittenstein at Bloomberg . His analysis doesn't...
India examining new US tariff powers targeting Russian oil buyers: Piyush Goyal
India Business News: India is studying the details of proposed US tariffs targeting countries that buy Russian oil, Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal said .
GWM plans major expansion of its small EV range, including sedan, more budget-friendly hatch
An Uber-friendly sedan and a sub-$30,000 hatch could join the expanding GWM Ora 5 EV lineup in Australia.
'Russia to test Nato pact' and 'Labour eye tax raid'
Potential threats from Russia to Nato and speculation over Labour's tax plans ahead of the Budget lead Monday's papers.
FxWirePro: EUR/NZD edges higher, remains on front foot
EUR/NZD edged higher on Monday as higher oil prices amid renewed U.S.-Iran tensions stoked inflation concerns, outweighing stronger-than-expected euro zone data. The New Zealand dollar has come under pressure since the...
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