Eurozone must boost international role of euro, says ECB’s Lagarde
Means of payment are becoming more varied amid rising geopolitical tensions and innovations such as stablecoins, threatening to leave the euro in the lurch.
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London tube strike causes huge disruption, with many services hit
About half of London Underground drivers take action on Tuesday, with second strike scheduled for ThursdayA 24-hour strike by London Underground drivers has begun, causing huge disruption to Tube services…
British American Tobacco hikes sales growth outlook for smokeless ranges
The group said its cigarette alternatives are now set for ‘mid-teens’ growth, up from previous guidance for a low double-digit increase.
BP backs Amanda Blanc to lead search for new chair despite investor concerns
Senior independent director to handle process again after Albert Manifold’s shock departure last weekBusiness live – latest updatesBP has backed Amanda Blanc to lead its search for a new chair…
Business Growth Index Rises To 54.1 In May
…Strongest private‑sector growth since Aug 2025 The Stanbic IBTC Bank Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) climbed to 54.1 in May from 52.4 in April, marking the fourth consecutive month of improvement…
Bearish Start To June As Equities Market Loses N1.8trn On Profit-Taking
The Nigerian equities market opened June on a bearish note, shedding N1.811 trillion from market capitalization. The All-Share Index (ASI) declined by 2,824.81 points, representing a loss of 1.13 per…
Bagudu Advocates Land Access To Facilitate Youth Participation In Agriculture
Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, has emphasised the need to grant youth access to land to facilitate their participation in agriculture. The minister spoke at the…
Cyber Threats Threaten Business Sustainability, Profitability, Society Warns
The Information Security Society of Africa, Nigeria (ISSAN) has warned that the increasing sophistication of cyberattacks poses a significant threat to business sustainability and profitability across sectors. The society raised…
STMicro lifts data centre revenue goals on AI demand, shares hit 25-year high
المصدر: Channel NewsAsia
STMicroelectronics raises data centre revenue target on AI demand
المصدر: Channel NewsAsia
Pay workers ‘as much as possible’, says Nvidia’s Huang
Jensen Huang backs higher wages for workers amid surging AI-driven semiconductor gains and the Samsung union dispute.
Nigeria spends $2.34bn on food imports in 2025, down 7.4%
•Food import share shrinks as total imports jump 28% By Babajide Komolafe Nigeria’s spending on food imports declined by 7.4 per cent, year-on-year to $2.34 billion in 2025, signaling a moderation…
Nigeria, Liberia move to deepen maritime cooperation, capacity building
By Efe Onodjae The Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dayo Mobereola, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening regional maritime integration, cooperation and capacity development across Africa.…
US to cut tariffs on agricultural equipment as costs bite
A 10% duty rate also applies to foreign companies if their equipment includes at least 85% US steel or aluminium.
Oil Slips after Trump Says Talks with Iran are Ongoing
المصدر: Asharq Al-Awsat (English)
Amazon moves Prime Day back to June, keeps it a four-day event
المصدر: Channel NewsAsia
Orbán’s oligarchs on edge as Hungary poised to launch wealth tax
New PM Péter Magyar calls policy a sign of ‘social justice’ after years of political loyalty being rewarded with economic opportunityIn a dimly lit television studio, one of Hungary’s richest…
Despite what the UK right will tell you, appeasing bond markets has actually led to instability | Andy Beckett
Austerity has benefitted bond traders but impoverished British society and led to the rise of populism. Is it right that we carry on adhering to their interests?Should politics always be…
CBN Targets 95% Financial Inclusion, 50m New Accounts Under New Payment System
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, has set ambitious targets for digital payments adoption, fraud reduction, and cash displacement as the apex bank unveils the Payment System Vision…
Green Motion enters Mozambique, expanding its African footprint
Green Motion, the global car rental brand renowned for its environmentally focused vehicle hire solutions, is proud to announce its official launch in Mozambique, marking another significant milestone in the…
Oil prices fall after Trump claims to have ended Israeli attacks on Lebanon
Brent crude slipped 0.6 per cent to $94.45 a barrel, retracing some of Monday's gains
Customs chief pushes Ghana-Togo partnership for trade growth
Aaron Kanor, Acting Commissioner of Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority, has called for strengthened collaboration between Ghana and Togo Customs administrations to enhance trade facilitation and revenue mobilisation…
Ghana is open for business – Finance Minister urges investors
Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, the Finance Minister, has appealed to investors and Ghanaians in the diaspora to come and invest in Ghana, stating that the economy is now back…
Australia’s CBA flags surging AI costs as tasks grow complex, slams ‘work slop’
المصدر: Channel NewsAsia
AI unearths football talent beyond scouts’ radar
Tech companies promising to 'democratise' football are launching apps allowing young players to upload phone-recorded videos showcasing their ball skills.
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Cardoso re-assigns deputy govs, Ikeazor now in charge of policy
Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has re-assigned all four deputy governors of the institution. The post Cardoso re-assigns deputy govs, Ikeazor now in charge of…
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BOJ should signal clear rate path after June hike, SMFG markets chief says
المصدر: Channel NewsAsia
China adds data, AI to trade secret rules to block leaks
Measures include limiting file access by rank, alongside bans on technical training that facilitates foreign exports.
China’s robotics firms line up IPOs to pitch next phase of AI
The deep pipeline of robotics IPOs mirrors the rise of China’s AI ecosystem and Beijing’s push for large-scale deployment.
Asian stocks swing on mixed signals over Middle East
Equities fluctuated Tuesday as investors assessed the likelihood of a Middle East peace agreement as US-Iran talks stuttered, while Donald Trump and Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu gave mixed signals... The post…
France intercepts another ‘shadow fleet’ tanker linked to Russian oil
The tanker, which sailed from Russia's Arctic port of Murmansk, was suspected of flying under a false flag and was intercepted with support from Britain.
Australia says wheat crop set to plunge
The major world wheat exporter's harvest this season is set to plunge by 26% from last year to 26.7 million tonnes.
Australia lifts minimum wage to match increases in inflation
Around 3 million lowest-paid workers will get a 4.75% pay rise, lifting pay to A$1,004.90 a week or A$26.44 an hour.
Carney under fire as Canada’s economy contracts
Official figures showed the economy contracted by 0.1% in Q1 of the year, following 1% negative growth in Q4 of 2025.