COP28: Five things to watch out for as the global climate conference starts in Dubai November 29, 2023 While some cynics may look at it as a talking shop where not enough discussion leads to action, it does offer a chance for thought-leaders to co-ordinate.
HSBC chief insists China ‘open to international business’ and worst of its property crisis is over November 29, 2023 HSBC chief executive Noel Quinn has reiterated his argument that the worst of China's property crisis is over, saying the country is "open to the international business community".
Who owns Manchester City now? How much did Sheikh Mansour pay Thaksin Shinawatra in 2008? November 28, 2023 All you need to know about the ownership of Manchester City.
China takes aim at ‘illegal activities’ in the iron ore market November 27, 2023 The price of iron ore fell 1.2 per cent on Monday morning, to £104.67 ($132.20) per tonne, bringing to a halt five weeks of gains after Chinese officials warned the country may intervene in the market. The National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) said on Friday it had met with major port operators to discuss [...]
London’s mega wealthy turn to renting amid high interest rates November 24, 2023 London’s ultra wealthy are opting to rent instead of snapping up homes as high interest rates and a tough buyer market have dampened interest.
Oil prices: Brent steady ahead of OPEC+ production decision on possible supply cuts November 24, 2023 Brent crude futures were steady on Friday as traders kept their powder dry ahead of an OPEC+ meeting that could bring agreement on further supply cuts. Brent crude futures were down eight cents, or 0.1 per cent, at $81.34 a barrel by 0913 GMT, having settled 0.7 per cent down in the previous session. U.S. [...]
The Notebook: Victoria Scholar on the ever-changing appetites of retail investors November 23, 2023 Where the City’s big thinkers get things off their chest. Today, it’s Victoria Scholar, head of investment at Interactive Investor analysing retail investors' appetites.
Petroineos to cut Grangemouth oil operations by 2025 in attempt to ‘reflect the decline in demand’ November 22, 2023 The owner of Scotland's only oil refinery has said it could cut operations at the plant as soon as 2025.
Is Nvidia’s share price rally finally coming to an end? November 22, 2023 Despite posting strong results, Nvidia's share price has not surged in the same it has done previously. Is this the end of the rally?
Copper nudges higher on expectation that China demand will finally return November 20, 2023 Copper prices have started to gradually nudge higher on the expectation that demand from China will pick up in the future.