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Irish Economy Shows Strong Growth in 2025 Despite Global Challenges

Ireland's economy grew nearly 5% in 2025, driven by strong domestic demand and record employment, despite global challenges and high housing costs affecting young workers.

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Isle of Man to Raise Electricity, Water, and Sewage Prices from April

From April, the Isle of Man will increase electricity prices by 1.5% and water and sewage by 2.9%, reflecting inflation. Manx Utilities absorbed £40m in wholesale costs during the energy crisis and aims to keep tariffs aligned with UK levels while ensuring service reliability.

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Wizz Air Profit Warning Amid Middle East Crisis; China Halts Diesel, Gasoline Exports

Wizz Air warns of €50m profit loss due to Middle East crisis; gas and oil prices rise amid regional tensions. China halts diesel and gasoline exports, while semiconductor supply concerns grow.

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Iran Conflict Threatens Globalisation; UK Faces Unique Economic Risks

Iran's economic retaliation against US-Israel attacks threatens globalisation, exposing Britain's unique vulnerabilities in energy, food, and finance amid rising geopolitical tensions and climate challenges.

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Firmus Energy Cuts Gas Prices by Over 10% for Ten Towns Customers in April

Firmus Energy will reduce gas prices by over 10% in the Ten Towns area from April, saving typical customers £92 annually. The cut follows a Utility Regulator review amid volatile global gas markets.

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Elon Musk Says Investors Overinterpret His Social Media Posts in Twitter Trial

Elon Musk told a California jury that investors overinterpret his social media posts amid a lawsuit alleging market manipulation during his 2022 Twitter acquisition. Investors seek damages, claiming Musk's statements misled shareholders.

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China Lowers Economic Growth Target to 4.5%-5%, Lowest Since 1991

China has set its lowest economic growth target since 1991 at 4.5%-5%, addressing domestic consumption issues, a property crisis, and trade tensions while focusing on innovation and manufacturing upgrades.

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Investor Reflects on Brewdog Collapse and Equity for Punks Losses

Steven Howe-Bull invested in Brewdog's Equity for Punks in memory of his late husband. Following Brewdog's administration and sale, investors face losses and closures, with many expressing disappointment over communication and prioritization.

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US Treasury Signals Possible 15% Global Tariff Implementation This Week

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says a 15% global tariff is likely this week, following mixed signals from President Trump and recent Supreme Court rulings invalidating prior tariffs.

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Fermanagh Glass Bottle Maker Faces Disadvantage Due to GB Energy Subsidy Scheme

Encirc's Fermanagh glass bottle plant faces a competitive disadvantage due to a GB energy subsidy scheme unavailable in Northern Ireland's all-Ireland electricity market, raising concerns about industry sustainability.

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Dassault Warns Europe’s €100bn Fighter Jet Project Could Collapse Amid Airbus Dispute

Dassault Aviation warns Europe’s €100bn fighter jet project may collapse if Airbus refuses to cooperate on workload sharing, amid disputes between France and Germany.

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Brewdog Founder Apologizes as Sale Leads to Hundreds of Job Losses

Brewdog co-founder James Watt apologizes after sale leads to 484 job losses and pub closures, reflecting on mistakes and challenges faced by the company.

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