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Saudi Aramco profits surge despite attacks as Australian rates hit 18-year high

Saudi Aramco reports $3.25bn quarterly profit despite attacks on facilities, while Australia's central bank raises rates to 4.85%, the highest in 18 years, signalling a potential pause in its tightening cycle.

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Apple's New Foldable iPhone Sells Out; Supply Timeline Remains Unclear

Apple's new foldable iPhone Duo has sold out within weeks of launch, with executives unable to predict when supply will meet demand. Delivery estimates extend to January 2027, though production is ramping up.

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Danske Bank to consolidate Belfast operations with 250-person move from Dunmurry

Danske Bank plans to move 250 call centre staff from its Dunmurry office to Belfast city centre headquarters, with a multi-million-pound refurbishment planned before the end of next year.

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Trump Administration Removes South Africa and Rwanda from US Preferential Trade Programme

The Trump administration has notified Congress of plans to remove South Africa and Rwanda from the African Growth and Opportunity Act, citing trade barriers, security concerns, and human rights issues. The termination takes effect 1 January 2027.

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RBA Set to Hike Rates as Minns Warns of Economic Risk

The RBA is expected to raise rates by 0.25 percentage points to 4.85%, the highest in 18 years. NSW Premier Chris Minns warns the move risks stopping the economy, while Treasurer Jim Chalmers says Australians are bracing for a difficult decision.

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UK's largest brickmaker cuts production as sales plunge 22% amid housing crisis

Ibstock, the UK's largest brickmaker, has cut production by a fifth and issued a second profit warning after sales plunged 22% in the third quarter. The company criticised the government for delaying the Your First Home support scheme until April 2027.

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Binance Faces Scam Wave as Customers Withdraw Billions Following Record $6.3bn Hack

Binance customers are withdrawing billions following a record $6.3bn cryptocurrency theft, while scammers exploit the chaos with fake compensation schemes. The FBI attributes the hack to North Korean actors, and global regulators are tightening cybersecurity requirements for crypto exchanges.

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Ryanair considers temporary wage freeze as fuel costs surge amid Middle East tensions

Ryanair is considering a temporary wage freeze for staff as fuel costs surge by €2bn due to Middle East tensions, with prices expected to remain elevated through 2027.

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Navigate the New Buy Now Pay Later Affordability Checks

New affordability checks on Buy Now Pay Later purchases since July 2026 may block some borrowers. Learn how to avoid being declined and what to do if you struggle with repayments.

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Queen's University Belfast warns staff of 'difficult decisions' as finances tighten

Queen's University Belfast has warned staff of difficult decisions ahead due to financial pressures, with a £12.5m deficit in the last year. Pay deals, childcare and gym fees are under review as international student income falls.

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Binance Covers 90% of $6.3bn Hack as Billions Withdrawn

Binance has covered 90% of the $6.3bn stolen in a record cryptocurrency hack attributed to North Korean state-backed hackers. Customers withdrew $3.6bn as the exchange resumed operations on 1 November 2026, with withdrawal volumes stabilising after an initial spike.

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Lisburn engineering firm to create 100 jobs in £20m Siemens Energy expansion

Lisburn engineering firm Camlin Group is creating 100 jobs through a £20m investment from parent company Siemens Energy, marking the first phase of expansion following the acquisition. The roles span hardware engineering, software development, data science and operations.

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