UK inflation rate remained at 3% in February
The UK inflation rate stayed at 3% in February, largely in line with expectations, driven mostly by a rise in the price of clothing.
March 25, 20261 min
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AI-powered benefits platform Origin raises $30 million in fresh funding to bring CHROs visibility into benefits usage and spend
London-based startup Origin has secured $30 million in Series A+ funding to help multinational companies manage employee benefits through its AI-powered platform, bringing total funding raised in the past 12 months to over $50 million.
March 25, 20265 min
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Rover Promo Codes and Referral Programs for Pet Sitting Services
Save money on pet sitting and dog walking services with Rover promo codes, including up to $30 off first bookings, $20 referral credits, and $50 Amazon gift cards for referring sitters.
March 25, 20264 min
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Gold jumps over 2% as oil slump eases inflation fears amid Trump Iran talks
Gold prices climbed on Wednesday as declining oil prices helped temper worries about persistent inflation, following reports that Washington is working on a proposal to end the Middle East conflict.
March 25, 20262 min
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Oil at $150 will trigger global recession, says boss of financial giant BlackRock
Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, warns that oil prices hitting $150 per barrel would trigger a global recession, while also discussing AI investment and energy security concerns amid Middle East conflicts.
March 25, 20265 min
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Low-deposit mortgage deals hit as rates continue to soar
Mortgage rates are rising rapidly following geopolitical tensions, with first-time buyer deals particularly affected. Over 200 low-deposit mortgage products have been withdrawn since early March, making homeownership increasingly expensive for new buyers.
March 24, 20264 min
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Oil traders bet millions minutes before Trump's Iran talks post
Market data shows unusual trading activity occurred just 15 minutes before President Trump announced postponement of strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure, raising questions about potential insider trading.
March 24, 20264 min
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Arms manufacturer thrives amid US-Israel war on Iran
Elbit Systems, Israel's largest weapons manufacturer, has seen rapid growth as wars intensify across Iran, Palestine, and Lebanon. The company benefits from ongoing conflicts while maintaining links to policy-making, prompting activist efforts to force its shutdown.
March 24, 20261 min
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Mortgage Rates Rising "Thick and Fast" as Volatility Grips UK Housing Market
UK mortgage rates are surging and continuing to rise rapidly, with over 200 low-deposit deals withdrawn from the market in recent weeks as geopolitical tensions impact financial markets and rate expectations.
March 24, 20264 min
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Vets to Publish Price Lists as UK Watchdog Caps Prescription Fees
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has ordered vets to publish price lists for services and capped written prescription fees at £21, following an investigation that found vet prices rising at nearly twice the rate of inflation.
March 24, 20261 min
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Postal Workers Tell BBC They're Hiding Mail to Meet Delivery Targets
Postal workers across the UK have told the BBC they are instructed by managers to hide mail or take it "for a ride" to make it appear delivery targets are being met, while Royal Mail faces scrutiny over widespread mail delays affecting millions of people.
March 24, 20267 min
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Danone buys meal supplement maker Huel for reported €1bn
French food giant Danone has acquired British meal supplement maker Huel for a reported €1 billion, expanding its portfolio in the growing complete nutrition market.
March 24, 20263 min
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