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UK wants transitional deal but leaving Single Market, says PM
British Prime Minister Theresa May has said the UK will seek a post-Brexit transitional period and pay into the EU budget until 2020 – but is leaving the Single Market.
Think the unthinkable to avoid the next financial crisis
Banks trying to maintain profit growth in an era of low interest rates and executives who refused to think the unthinkable were responsible for the financial crisis and crucial lessons remain to be learned
Housebuilders bid farewell to summer lull but headwinds remain
When buying a house we are often told that location is everything, and this is becoming a key factor in the profitability for those companies concerned with building and selling homes, too
Shiny future: metals prices gain traction
Metals and mining shares have surged over recent weeks as a more optimistic view on supply and demand has boosted sentiment on the sector. At the same time, investors are wondering how sustainable the current rally is likely to be.
Dublin's C&C takes minority investment in Admiral Taverns
Dublin-based drinks maker C&C Group plc is joining forces with privately held Proprium Capital Partners and the management of pub operator Admiral Taverns in a management buyout.
Coal: long-term decline overshadows short-term strength
Coal has been on a tear of late as Chinese imports have surged to meet increased domestic demand. Nevertheless, the long-term future for coal prices must surely be less bright.
Capex squeeze: oil services groups fight back
Shares in oil services firms have had a tough time this year, with confidence hit by falling oil prices. However, such beaten down stocks should not be written off altogether.
Oil sale to Total drives AP Møller - Mærsk strategy on
Copenhagen-listed AP Møller - Mærsk A/S is pushing ahead with its plans to create an integrated transport & logistics company. It has agreed to sell Maersk Oil for US$7.45bn
Dovish Fed and White House divisions cap dollar rally
Just as the dollar was enjoying a late summer rally, signs of increasing dovishness from the Federal Reserve have put the greenback's recovery on hold