Business

Markets, companies, regulation and economic developments shaping global and local economies.

  1. RAC's owners are set to explore a £5 billion sale or listing, driven by rising revenues and membership growth, according to industry reports.

  2. The FTSE 100 reached over 10,000 points for the first time, reflecting a 21.5% rise in 2025, driven by key sectors like mining and finance.

  3. Recent H5N1 avian influenza outbreaks in India and the Americas have prompted increased surveillance and import bans, raising public health concerns.

  4. U.S. oil executives may influence Venezuela's oil sector with a proposed $100 billion investment, as Trump emphasizes private funding and security.

  5. A proposed one-year cap on credit card interest rates may affect over $1 trillion in US debt, pending Congressional approval amid industry concerns.

  6. US vehicle sales for Volkswagen dropped 13% in 2025, with tariffs costing up to €5 billion annually, impacting profitability and future exports.

  7. Requests for debt advice surged during the 2025 holiday season, with over 11,900 seeking assistance, indicating rising financial pressures on families.

  8. Argentina's $2.5 billion repayment to the US concludes a currency swap, potentially stabilizing its economy and impacting US taxpayers, reports...

  9. Impacts of nationalization and oil reserves reshape Venezuela's energy sector, affecting global oil markets and...

  10. Weak job growth in 2025 adds only 584,000 positions, raising concerns over long-term unemployment and economic...