Financial Times Front Page 7th of December 2020

The Financial Times quotes the Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin who says the Brexit negotiations are on a “knife edge” and he does not think people should be “overly optimistic about a resolution emerging”. However, Environment Secretary George Eustice insists that although the talks remain in a “very difficult position”, there is “still a deal to be done”. The FT says a team of negotiators will now target their focus to the rules governing competition between the UK and the EU, after it says both sides have agreed that fishing rules are “no longer the main obstacle to a deal”.

Financial Times Front Page 31st of January 2026

Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh to lead the Fed, signalling a firmer stance on inflation. Markets backed the dollar and trimmed expectations of rapid rate cuts. US yields rose while gold fell as investors priced in steadier policy and renewed questions over central bank independence.

Financial Times Front Page 30th of January 2026

US immigration agencies under the Trump administration have awarded about $22bn in contracts since July, with Palantir and Deloitte among winners. ICE’s spending has doubled, and donor-linked Fisher Sand & Gravel has gained about $6bn. Deals cover tech, detention and logistics services.

Financial Times Front Page 29th of January 2026

Mining groups added $476bn in market value as metal prices rose on geopolitical jitters and a weaker dollar. Gold and silver climbed, copper hit multi‑year highs, and investors rotated into commodities. Rio Tinto and Glencore posted stronger results, buoyed by higher prices.

Financial Times Front Page 28th of January 2026

Washington signalled that security assurances may hinge on territorial concessions by an eastern European partner, raising concern it is being pressed into a deal. Critics doubt US commitment; officials say they seek talks. The UK and allies emphasise sovereignty and oppose rewarding coercion.