Introducing our Business in Brief newsletter
Every day we will deliver concise analysis of the stories driving business and markets worldwide
Headlines
- All
- Africa
- Asia
- Business
- Culture
- Environment
- Europe
- Gaming
- Markets
- Middle East
- Movies & TV
- Music
- Politics
- Science
- South America
- Tech
- World News
G7 leaders gorge on caviar, swill $7K vintage wine after vow to fight ‘lingering poverty’
was paired with magnums of Château Mouton Rothschild, including the 1982 vintage — bottles that currently list for around $7,000 each — along with a 2007 magnum and Champagne Drappier Grande Sendrée.
Japan raids ice cream giants over price-fixing allegations
The investigation on alleged cartel pricing of ice cream comes as Japan faces record summer temperatures.
Inflation unexpectedly steady as food price rises slow
Higher petrol prices were offset by slower price rises for meat, dairy and vegetables, according to the ONS.
'It's a unique scenario' - Inside Lidl's first ever pub
The supermarket chain Lidl owns and operates The Middle Ale, a 'world first' for the brand.
Taxi fares set to increase amid rising costs
The council agrees to increase the maximum charges for Hackney carriage journeys, amid fears demand may fall.
Business is booming along Fifth Ave. in Midtown NYC — but community is wary of Mamdani admin’s redesign plans
Although the plan currently doesn’t include a bike lane, multiple sources said the pro-bike lobbying group Transportation Alternatives is “pushing like crazy for a bike lane” -- which most Fifth Avenue merchants oppose.
Cadbury chocolate-owner Mondelez defends staying in Russia
Mondelez boss Dirk Van de Put says it was the "right decision" to remain after the war with Ukraine.
Apple to launch AI-juiced AirPods and sunglasses, going head-to-head with Meta
Apple is preparing for a huge wave of new product releases – including camera-equipped AirPods which will launch the company into the red-hot AI device market and rival Meta’s AI-enabled camera sunglasses. Apple’s camera AirPods marks an escalation in its development of what it
John Paulson secures major victory in bitter fight with ex-business partner as arbitrator orders $48M payback
A retired judge ordered more than $35.6 million paid back to Paulson and concluded he was justified in firing one of his top executives.
Erewhon is reportedly eyeing a return to Rick Caruso’s Palisades Village following fire
Now, following a massive $60 million revitalization campaign, the complex is officially locked in to reopen its doors this August.
Netflix denies report that it’s eyeing Lionsgate acquisition
The streamer, home to "Stranger Things," "Bridgerton" and "The Crown," is increasingly showing up in the marketplace for giant deals, marking a strategic shift for the company, which has preferred to build versus expand via acquisition.
Snap unveils ‘Specs’ augmented reality glasses with $2,195 price — and goal of replacing smartphones
Featuring about four hours of battery life, Specs will be capable running apps via an overlay that will blend seamlessly as the user goes about their daily life, according to Snap.
America’s bull market has entered its manic phase
Options markets show optimism is giving way to euphoria
Struggling Pizza Hut chain to be sold for $2.7bn
The decision comes after a prolonged period of difficulty for the chain, which has faced increasing competition from a range of rivals.
International airfares plunge below $1,000 for first time since March – here are the cities with the best deals
Last-minute travelers might be in luck as international airfares have plunged below $1,000 for the first time since mid-March – but experts are warning it will likely be just a brief respite.
Pizza Hut to be sold for $2.7B after years of lagging sales
Yum! Brands on Tuesday announced it is selling Pizza Hut for $2.7 billion, after years of the flailing pizza chain weighing on its earnings.
