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Oil eases to below $100 and stocks rebound on hopes of renewed Iran talks - MARKETS LIVE

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Oil has retreated to below $100 a barrel while stocks rise as Iran suggested it was open to striking a deal with the US, despite the collapse in talks over the weekend.

BP hails 'exceptional' quarter for oil trading as Iran sends prices soaring

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The oil giant said the war and its impact on market conditions had resulted in 'heightened volatility' across the business, which is 'expected to impact financial results'.

Drivers receiving unjust parking fines due to poorly placed ANPR cameras and spike in vehicle cloning, investigation finds

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It was revealed late last year that a record 15.9 million PCNs had been given out by private businesses in the 12 months to the end of September 2025.

Middle East volatility boosts profits at Goldman Sachs as it celebrates its best quarter for five years

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In a bumper set of results, the US investment bank posted a 19% rise in first quarter profits to £4.2bn, its biggest haul since 2021.

Is the generational wealth gap narrower than we thought? This is Money podcast

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Why did official figures underestimate the wealth of younger adults - and is property versus pension a comparison worth making?

RUTH SUNDERLAND: We're facing the great private credit peril

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The thought of world leaders and central bankers having to navigate the complexities of a rescue with Donald Trump thrown into the mix defies contemplation.

Rolls-Royce snub for British steel after signing contract to build UK's first mini nuclear reactor

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Rolls-Royce has signed a deal to begin design and procurement for the £6bn reactors to be housed at the power station in Wylfa, on Anglesey (pictured).

SMALL CAP IDEA: Ilika has cracked problems that have beaten BYD, Toyota and Samsung

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Ilika, the business in question, also appears to have resolved many of the limiting issues that have thwarted the world's biggest carmakers and battery manufacturers.

Over-hyped or a golden opportunity? What investors should know about SpaceX and AI IPOs

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War in the Middle East has lowered expectations that 2026 would be a bumper IPO year. But here's a guide to getting your ticket to ride.

10 things to do before you die: The financial checklist everyone MUST complete

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It's a subject that no one likes to think about but spending even just a few hours planning your finances for when you are gone can spare terrible heartache.

Retirees moving to Australia, Canada and New Zealand set to miss out on £77,585 thanks to frozen state pension

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Britons retiring in popular later-life hotspots like Canada, New Zealand and Australia have their state pension payments frozen when they move.

Mortgages vanishing at record speeds: Typical deal now exists for just EIGHT days as lenders rush to raise rates on Iran conflict

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People seeking a new mortgage are finding the best deals are vanishing in a matter of days, as lenders pull them from the market or increase the rate.

The EV that charges in FIVE MINUTES coming to Britain: We drive the Denza Z9GT - China's most expensive car yet costing £100,000

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The Denza Z9GT is available to order this month and promises blistering performance and jaw-dropping charging times. We've driven it to find out if its worth the £100k price tag.

Britain 'faces stagflation and recession' as oil soars back to $100 a barrel

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The price of oil shot back above $100 a barrel on Monday as Britain's battered economy lurches towards stagflation and recession

Labour's North Sea tax grab has left Britain vulnerable, says ALEX BRUMMER

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Donald Trump's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz means prolonged volatility on energy markets is set to persist. Britain's response has been flaccid.

Councils warned they could lose millions in funding if they fail to fix potholes

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Under new rules announced on Tuesday, councils across England could lose £525 million from their £1.6 billion budget for the following year if they cannot prove they are filling in potholes.

Travel spending falls for first time since Covid as Iran war and squeeze on finances hit demand

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Conflict in the Middle East has caused holidaymakers to worry that their travel will be disrupted, with 11% of those surveyed saying they had cancelled plans.

UK competition watchdog to probe Warner Bros takeover after Hollywood stars oppose £8bn deal

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The Hollywood studio behind Sinners (starring Michael B Jordan, pictured) backed an £80bn offer from rival Paramount in February.

Iran war takes shine of sales at LVMH as travel to shopping hubs in the Gulf is disrupted

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The group, whose brands include Givenchy (modelled by actress Charlize Theron, pictured) said that the conflict cost it around 1% in sales growth in its first quarter.

The Renault Twingo is back: But can the electric 'Le Frog' match the much-loved 90s original?

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The much awaited Renault Twingo has arrived and Ray Massey has reviewed the sub-£20k city EV. Is it an even better buyer than the original iconic nameplate?

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