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FTSE slams into reverse as Middle East conflict and native elections rattle buyers
The London stock market slammed into reverse yesterday as mounting tensions in the Middle East and political turmoil at home rattled investors.On the first day of trading following the Bank Holiday, the FTSE 100 closed down 1.4 per cent, or…
The actuality of profitable £1million in a lottery syndicate – and having to share it 14…
Paul Davy will never forget the weekend that he was a millionaire when a massive National Lottery win hit his bank account.The 61 year old logged on to his bank account just to admire the seven-figure sum sitting there. Because his next job…
My spouse’s son will not give again the £3,000 she lent him for a automotive: DEAN DUNHAM KC…
My wife lent her son £3,000 towards a car two years ago, on the understanding he would repay her in instalments. To date, he has made no effort to even pay off a small amount of the debt, despite being asked multiple times. He…
Sainsbury’s supply driver reversed into our electrical gate leaving us with a £12,000 invoice:…
On December 15, 2024, we ordered £400 of Christmas food from Sainsbury’s online. When the delivery arrived, the driver got the angles wrong and reversed his van repeatedly into our electric gates. They haven’t worked since and despite…
LVMH eyes sale of Marc Jacobs and different manufacturers as luxurious demand weakens
LVMH is considering selling a slew of brands in what would be a major shake-up as the luxury industry battles weaker demand.French billionaire Bernard Arnault has reportedly hung a 'for sale' sign over brands including fashion label Marc…
Where to place financial savings to guard them from the oncoming financial storm – regardless…
Building a savings pot is always invaluable, but over the next few months it could become more important than ever to protect you from storms that lie ahead.Household bills are surging once again due to the Iran war – especially petrol and…
‘Europe is in all places’: Jim Ratcliffe slams vitality coverage on this facet of…
Jim Ratcliffe has launched a scathing attack on European energy policy as his company ramps up investment in the United States.The Ineos chief and co-owner of Manchester United FC said ‘Europe is all over the place’ on energy and he has…
New Diageo boss bets on canned cocktail market in battle to revive Guinness and Smirnoff maker
Even as Gen Z swaps parties for pilates, drinks giant Diageo is keen to double down on the booming market of bottled and canned cocktails.Sir Dave Lewis, who leads the drinks giant behind Johnnie Walker whisky, Guinness stout and Smirnoff…
Intertek shares soar as Swedish personal fairness agency EQT tables third takeover bid
Intertek shares soared this morning after Swedish private equity firm EQT increased its takeover bid for the FTSE 100 laboratory testing company.In an update this morning, EQT said it had raised its offer to £58 in cash per share from…
FTSE 100 sinks as borrowing prices and oil costs rise on renewed Iran tensions
The FTSE 100 opened lower this morning as tensions in the Middle East ratcheted up over the weekend, pushing oil prices higher.London's main index opened around 1 per cent - or 100 points - lower at 10,259, dragged lower by the rising…
