Financial Times Front Page 21st of May 2021

Australia’s biggest beef exporter estimates a “tenfold” boost to its UK sales if Boris Johnson backs a zero-tariff trade deal with the country, the Financial Times reports. Hugh Killen, chief executive of The Australian Agricultural Company, says in the event of a “free-trade deal that removes tariffs and quotas” he could expect to see exports “double or triple” but that given exports are “so small now”, could possibly “increase tenfold”. The paper points out that although the PM supports an “ambitious” post-Brexit trade deal with Australia, his government’s official analysis warns “it could cost British farmers their jobs and leave Northern Ireland worse off”.

Financial Times Front Page 3rd of February 2026

Washington will reduce tariffs on Indian imports after Modi agreed to curb purchases of oil from a sanctioned state. The move seeks to deepen trade ties, pivot India’s energy sourcing towards Western partners, and restart wider market‑access talks.

Financial Times Front Page 2nd of February 2026

Emails reveal Peter Mandelson advised Jeffrey Epstein that JPMorgan should pressure the UK over the 2009 bankers’ bonus tax, urging contact with the chancellor. He says he sought to protect jobs and investment. Labour is under pressure to address the revelations.

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.