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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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Bull markets can lull even cautious investors into believing markets will keep rising. Yet history shows that some of the market’s biggest surges may arrive just before its darkest plunges. By recognizing the warning patterns, you can protect your portfolio from becoming another cautionary tale. Below, we take you through paradigmatic moments of boom to bust to help you know what to look for. Key Takeaways The most severe corrections often occur just after euphoric market highs. These boom-bust episodes are often driven by a combination of inflated valuations, over-leverage, and market concentration. The Crash of  1929 The Lead-Up: The…

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Image: Getty Images Boeing landed its biggest deal for widebody airplanes on Wednesday when state carrier Qatar Airways placed firm orders for 160 jetliners plus options to buy 50 more during President Donald Trump’s visit to the Gulf Arab country. The deal for Boeing 777X and 787 planes with GE Aerospace engines was worth $96bn, according to the White House. It is a win for Trump on a high-profile visit to the region, even though it will be years before the jets are delivered. The sale is also a boost for Boeing and its biggest engine supplier at a time…

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The UAE has been named the best place in the world for entrepreneurs as foreign ownership rules, government support and finance options make it easier than ever to launch a business in the country. The UAE has ranked first globally for the fourth consecutive year in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) Report 2024/2025. The report also ranked the UAE as the best place for entrepreneurship and small and medium-sized enterprises among 56 economies assessed this year. UAE tops entrepreneur ranking The UAE secured the top position among high-income countries in 11 out of 13 key indicators based on expert assessments…

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Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.HSBC and JPMorgan both have a problem with their “return to office” strategies. Having downsized their real estate footprints during the pandemic, they don’t actually have enough office space for the employees to return to.  JPM’s big campus in Columbus, Ohio, now operates a “park and ride” scheme because there isn’t enough parking if all the desks are occupied. There’s been talk of fights over ergonomic chairs. And at HSBC’s new London office, the current estimate is that there are 7,700 fewer…

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For most founders, securing funding to get started is often one of the most difficult hurdles to overcome. Often, it can be hard to get the credentials required for a business loan, and in many cases, owing someone money or handing over business equity is not very appealing! That’s where grants for small businesses come into play! In this article, I’ll take you through the grant programs you should be capitalizing on this year, helping you get the funding you need without the strings attached. Short on time? Here are the key takeaways Small business grants can be an excellent…

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