Financial Times Front Page 10th of November 2023

And the Financial Times says Apple has been “dealt a blow” at the European Court of Justice in a dispute with Brussels over €14.3bn (£12.5bn) worth of back taxes. The paper reports that Giovanni Pitruzzella, advocate general of the court, said in a non-binding opinion on Thursday that an earlier decision quashing the EU’s order that Apple pay the tax to Ireland “should be set aside”. The Irish government, which deliberately keeps corporation tax low to attract investment, has insisted that Apple has paid the correct amount of tax, but the European Commission says the company’s tax arrangements give it an effective rate of less than 1% and an unfair advantage over rival companies.

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.