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Glencore to Distribute $2bn to Shareholders Despite 6% Profit Decline

Glencore plans a $2bn payout to shareholders despite a 6% profit drop and failed $260bn merger with Rio Tinto, focusing on expanding copper production amid fluctuating commodity prices.

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UK Inflation Falls to 3%, Boosting Chances of March BoE Rate Cut; FTSE 100 Hits Record

UK inflation fell to 3% in January, the lowest since March 2025, raising chances of a March Bank of England rate cut. The FTSE 100 reached a record high amid easing inflation, while experts debate timing of rate cuts and note sticky services inflation.

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UK Inflation Drops to 3% in January Fueled by Lower Fuel and Food Prices

UK inflation fell to 3% in January from 3.4% in December, driven by lower fuel, airfare, and food prices, as the government aims to reduce the cost of living.

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Manx Businesses Praise Largest Rise in Tax-Free Allowance Amid Budget Changes

Manx businesses welcome the largest rise in tax-free allowance to £17,000, offsetting a reduced minimum wage increase amid mixed reactions from sectors including care.

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Investor Fears Losing £12,000 in Brewdog as Sale Looms

Richard Fisher invested £12,000 in Brewdog's Equity for Punks scheme but now fears losing it all as the company prepares for a potential sale amid declining share value and priority given to institutional investors.

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UK Youth Face High Unemployment Amid Rising Costs and AI Impact

Young people in the UK face high unemployment rates amid rising business costs and AI-driven job changes. Graduates and entry-level seekers struggle to find work despite government initiatives like the Youth Guarantee Scheme.

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Lidl Plans 16 New Stores in Northern Ireland, Boosting Jobs and Economy

Lidl plans to open 16 new stores in Northern Ireland by 2032, boosting jobs to 2,400 and adding £475m annually to the economy, despite planning delays.

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Netflix and Paramount Compete to Acquire Warner Bros: Who Will Prevail?

Netflix and Paramount are competing to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, with Netflix offering $82.7bn for studio and streaming assets, and Paramount proposing $108.4bn for the entire company amid regulatory scrutiny and political ties.

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Boohoo and Debenhams Owner Raises £35m, Risking Clash with Mike Ashley

The owner of Boohoo and Debenhams is raising £35m to cut debts and fund a turnaround, risking conflict with Mike Ashley's Frasers Group, the largest shareholder with nearly 30% stake.

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UK Unemployment Rises to 5.2% Amid Slowing Wage Growth

UK unemployment rose to 5.2% in Q4 2025, the highest since early 2021, while wage growth slowed amid rising employment costs and weak hiring.

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How Frozen Tax Thresholds Will Impact Your Take-Home Pay by 2031

Wages have outpaced inflation since 2023, but frozen UK tax thresholds until 2031 mean many will pay more tax. Our calculator shows how this impacts take-home pay, with lower and middle incomes hit hardest.

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Six Companies Linked to Sarah Ferguson Set to Be Wound Down

Six companies linked to Sarah Ferguson are being wound down amid revelations from the Epstein files revealing her financial struggles and correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein.

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