Germany cuts GDP forecast in half on the Iran war
Sees 2026 GDP growth of 0.5% vs 1.0% previously Sees 2027 GDP at 0.9% vs 1.3% previously Expects inflation to rise to 2.7% in 2026 and 2.8% in 2027 Expects flat exports this year, up 1.3% in 2027 Recovery again held back by external shocks The Bundesbank was out with some comment earlier: “The negative […]
Americans' disapproval rating of Congress matches historic high
Americans’ disapproval of Congress has matched an all-time high, a new poll from Gallup finds, as the beleaguered institution grapples with scandals, expulsions and its role as a co-equal, independent branch of Congress. The survey released Wednesday shows that only 10 percent of Americans approve of Congress, just barely above 2013’s all-time low of 9 […]
How much do I need in an ISA for a £668 monthly second income?
Image source: Getty Images For some people, the option of building a second income comes through renting out a spare room. The average rent of a single room in Britain in 2026 has risen to £668 a month (excluding inner London). So becoming a part-time landlord sounds like it could be a nice little earner. […]
investingLive European markets wrap: Oil steady on tense mood, US futures also up though
Headlines: Markets: WTI crude up 0.5% to $90.03 US dollar little changed across the board on nervous markets Equities hold on to optimism with S&P 500 futures up 0.6% European indices more shaky, down slightly around 0.1% to 0.4% Gold up 0.8% to $4,750, Silver up 1.6% to $78.00 Once again, it is another one […]
Anheuser-Busch invests $600M in US manufacturing, veterans and hiring
FOX Business’ Lauren Simonetti gives the latest market check and reports on Anheuser-Busch’s earnings success. FIRST ON FOX – Anheuser-Busch is increasing its U.S. investment to $600 million over two years, expanding brewery capacity, worker training and veteran hiring as the beer giant leans further into domestic manufacturing, Fox News Digital learned. “Anheuser‑Busch is doubling […]
Why Liam Rosenior isn’t the only one to blame for Brighton horror show
Enzo Fernandez spent well over two minutes at the final whistle, staring aimlessly at a sparsely filled away section of the Amex Stadium, as Chelsea fans vented their wrath: at him, at the owners, at coach Liam Rosenior, at anyone within shouting distance. The Argentina international, a World Cup winner, stood motionless, save for the […]
In just 2 years, Vodafone shares would have turned £10,000 into this much…
Image source: Getty Images Vodafone (LSE: VOD) shares have been on a rip in 2026, up 17% year to date. And since this time two years ago, the rise would have turned an investment of £10,000 into a bit more than £17,000. Oh, and there’ll be some dividend cash to add to that. We do, […]
Trump Media names interim CEO as Devin Nunes steps aside amid losses
Check out what’s clicking on FoxBusiness.com. Trump Media & Technology Group on Tuesday named an interim chief executive as Devin Nunes stepped aside, marking a leadership transition at the parent of Truth Social following recent board departures and steep financial losses in 2025. The company appointed longtime advisor Kevin McGurn as interim CEO effective immediately, […]
Down 9%! Here are 3 dangers that are emerging for Rolls-Royce shares
Image source: Rolls-Royce plc Rolls-Royce (LSE:RR) shares nosedived 6.3% yesterday (21 April). This easily made the engine maker the worst-performing stock in the FTSE 100. The fact that Melrose Industries was the second-worst performer (down 4.2%) tells us that this was a sector-wide concern across aerospace and defence. Both have continued falling today, with Rolls […]
What’s next for the dollar as the US-Iran conflict continues to dominate proceedings?
Amid a mix of messages and a case of “will they, won’t they” on US-Iran talks, the dollar has been caught in a bit of limbo in the past week. At the balance, the currency is still lower amid the risk rebound since the start of April. That comes as broader markets are pricing in […]
