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Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.Italian energy major Eni said it was in exclusive talks to sell 20 per cent of Plenitude, its renewable power and electric vehicle charging business, to Ares Management in a deal that would give the unit an enterprise value of more than €12bn. While other oil majors have been pulling back from low-carbon investment, the potential deal highlights Eni’s ability to extract value by bundling together its green investments together with cash generative assets and then selling stakes to private equity firms. Plenitude plans…

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Trying to show off all your great digital content on social media can be tricky at the best of times. Should you direct followers to your company website? What about a current offer? Or even your other social accounts? Well, you have to choose, as you can only put one link in your bio! Or can you? With Linktree, you can create a landing page that your target audience can use to seamlessly move around your brand’s digital pages, allowing you to promote new offers, YouTube videos, a company contact page, and everything in between. Here, I will answer the…

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This article is an on-site version of Free Lunch newsletter. Premium subscribers can sign up here to get the newsletter delivered every Thursday and Sunday. Standard subscribers can upgrade to Premium here, or explore all FT newslettersI have had two takes on US President Donald Trump’s trade war in the past month. First, I pointed out that too many people accept the dubious claim that reducing the trade deficit will boost manufacturing, and explained why we should be sceptical. Second, I wrote about how a tax on imports hurts exports just as much (maybe more, as suggested by some modelling…

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The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program is a form of student loan relief. An executive order signed by President Donald Trump on March 7, 2025, seeks to limit who can qualify for loan forgiveness by changing what counts as public service. If these changes are implemented, borrowers working in sectors that oppose the administration’s agenda may be disqualified from PSLF. Key Takeaways President Trump signed an executive order with instructions to revise who qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.Its aim is to deny PSLF eligibility for those working under organizations that the administration claims harm American…

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Image: Qatar News Agency Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and US President Donald Trump on Wednesday witnessed the signing of a series of agreements and memorandums of understanding (MoUs) at the Amiri Diwan in Doha, reflecting deepening strategic ties between the two countries, Qatar News Agency reported. The signing ceremony included a high-profile agreement for the purchase of aircraft from Boeing, a statement of intent for defense cooperation, a letter of offer and acceptance for MQ-9B drones, and another for the FS-LIDS anti-drone system. The two leaders also signed a joint declaration of cooperation between the governments of…

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Venture investments in Central Asia grew to $96m in 2024 – a 7 per cent increase compared to 2023, according to RISE Research data. With limited local markets, startups from the region are increasingly expanding internationally, adopting global scaling models. More than 20 startups founded by entrepreneurs from Central Asia are already operating in the UAE, making the country one of the key destinations for regional entrepreneurs looking to scale. Central Asia startups in UAE Ainur Zhanturina, of RISE Research, said: “Kazakhstan maintains its leadership position and remains the most active venture investment market in Central Asia, accounting for 74…

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Unlock the White House Watch newsletter for freeYour guide to what Trump’s second term means for Washington, business and the worldOil prices dropped more than 3 per cent on Thursday after Donald Trump suggested his administration was making progress in its indirect talks with Iran to reach a deal to curb the Islamic republic’s nuclear programme. Prices for Brent crude, the international benchmark, slid by 3.7 per cent to $63.64 after the US president said Washington was in “serious negotiations” with Iran. “We’re in very serious negotiations with Iran for long-term peace,” Trump said in Doha, the second leg of…

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What is Canva? As a business, it is crucial that your website and marketing collateral match the high quality of your services or products. However, with your time and effort getting pulled in multiple directions, taking night classes to become a master at graphic design probably isn’t too high on your to-do list! That’s where Canva can help. But what is Canva? Here, I’ll explain what Canva is, and how you can use it for your business in 2025. Short on time? Here are the key takeaways Canva is an excellent alternative to more advanced (and more expensive) alternatives like…

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Unlock the White House Watch newsletter for freeYour guide to what Trump’s second term means for Washington, business and the worldLower US tariffs on British steel, aluminium and car exports are unlikely to take effect for weeks, according to UK officials, as companies complain about continued uncertainty about the levies despite a bilateral trade deal.Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said last week the US had agreed in the trade accord to “remove tariffs” on UK steel and aluminium, as well as cut levies on British car exports to 10 per cent for an annual quota of 100,000 vehicles.US commerce secretary…

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