Financial Times

China is experiencing mounting deflationary pressures, leading investors to anticipate increased economic stimulus measures as consumer and factory prices fail to meet expectations.

Investors have shown renewed enthusiasm in the US economy, injecting a record $95 billion into funds and boosting major firms like BlackRock and JPMorgan.

Keir Starmer has proposed increasing employers’ National Insurance contributions as a way to generate additional revenue, potentially raising billions for financial initiatives led by Rachel Reeves.

The MI5 chief has issued a warning about an increase in espionage activities allegedly linked to the Kremlin, highlighting concerns about potential threats to public safety in Britain.

Donald Trump’s transition chief has asserted that the White House team must demonstrate loyalty, emphasising steps to prevent internal conflicts and a commitment to rapid policy implementation.

Keir Starmer is making changes in leadership at Downing Street with the Chief of Staff resigning amid a power struggle, a move that some see as a necessary overhaul.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has pledged to focus on investment in the upcoming Budget, introducing economic “guardrails” to alleviate concerns while welcoming scrutiny from the Office for Budget Responsibility.

Oil prices have surged following President Biden’s remarks on a potential action concerning Iran, as the US and its allies encourage Israel to exercise restraint amid market speculations.

OpenAI has raised $6.6 billion in funds and is urging investors not to support its competitors, valuing the ChatGPT maker at $150 billion in a strategic move to limit competition.

Iran has launched a missile assault on Israel, hitting central and southern areas just hours after an IDF ground offensive in Lebanon, with many of the 180 rockets being intercepted.