Economy
CAC 40 Plunges 1.1% as Oil Prices Near $109 Amid Geopolitical Tensions
French stocks fell sharply on Thursday, with the CAC 40 losing 1.1% as Brent crude futures climbed to nearly $109 a barrel...
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Economy
World Cup Final Tickets: High Prices, FOMO Tactics, and Buyer Strategies
FIFA launches its last World Cup ticket sales phase amidst record prices and criticism. Fans face dynamic pricing and aggressive marketing, but...
Economy
Iran War Price Shock Slashes German Growth Forecasts
Experts have halved Germany's 2026 growth forecast to 0.6% due to the Iran war's energy price shock, accelerating inflation across Europe.
Economy
World Cup Final Tickets Hit $10,990, Sparking Price Gouging Outcry
FIFA has again raised World Cup ticket prices, with final match entry now costing up to $10,990. The hikes have drawn sharp...
Economy
UK Fuel Prices Jump Most Ever in March, RAC Reports
UK petrol and diesel prices experienced their fastest monthly increase on record in March, according to the RAC, driven by geopolitical tensions.
Economy
World Leaders’ Oil Fixes Fall Short Amid Gulf Crisis
Global leaders' efforts to curb rising oil and gasoline prices are proving insufficient as the Iran war bottlenecks critical supply routes, stranding...
Economy
Plastics Become Core for Oil Industry’s Future
Journalist Beth Gardiner reveals the fossil fuel industry's increasing reliance on plastic products, marking a significant strategic shift for its future trajectory.
Economy
Estate Agents Pursue £1.5bn Claim Against Rightmove Over Fees
Hundreds of estate agents are pursuing a class action against Rightmove, alleging the online portal charges excessive and "unsustainable" fees, seeking nearly...
Economy
Bumper Brazil Coffee Crop Forecast Sinks Arabica Prices to 1.5-Week Low
Expectations for a record Brazilian coffee harvest are weighing heavily on Arabica prices, pushing them to a 1.5-week low, despite mixed signals...