Money Moves

In 2025, gold is experiencing significant price increases, with bullion reaching record highs and expected to achieve its best annual performance since 1979, a year marked by global economic turmoil due to the Iranian revolution. Gold’s surge is attributed to its traditional role as a safe haven and store of value, a characteristic it has […]

UK pharmaceuticals company GSK has announced a change in leadership, with Emma Walmsley stepping down as CEO after nine years. She will be succeeded by Luke Miels, the current chief commercial officer, who has been designated as “CEO Designate” and will officially take on the role on January 1, 2026. This move has caught the

In a recent incident involving cyber crime, BBC cyber correspondent Joe Tidy received an unexpected proposal from a criminal group. The individual, identified as “Syndicate,” contacted Tidy via the encrypted messaging app Signal in July, offering him a share of any ransom payment if he allowed access to his work laptop for a hacking operation

Germany’s automotive industry is facing significant pressure as it navigates a shift towards sustainability amid a backdrop of traditional reliance on combustion engine vehicles. Bavarian Prime Minister Markus Söder recently asserted the importance of cars to Germany’s economy, suggesting that without them, economic collapse could be imminent. However, this perspective resonates with a nostalgia for

Janet Skinner, a victim of the Post Office Horizon IT scandal, has been offered only 15% of her compensation claim after suffering severe health issues related to her wrongful conviction. In 2007, she was sentenced to nine months in prison for false accounting, as defective software indicated that £59,000 was missing from her branch account

As the Labour Party prepares for its annual conference, Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves face the challenge of regaining the trust of business leaders. Following a charm offensive aimed at the business community before the election last July, the party promoted itself as a strong ally of the business sector. Reeves remarked

Zaanse Schans, a historic village in the Netherlands known for its picturesque windmills, is set to introduce an entry fee of €17.50 ($20.50; £15) for visitors from outside the area starting next spring. This decision follows a significant increase in tourist numbers, with visits rising from 1.7 million in 2017 to an estimated 2.8 million

In recent years, the use of weight-loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro has gained attention, particularly within the fashion industry. Initially, Ozempic was mainly prescribed for type 2 diabetes, but it began to be used off-label for weight loss among certain groups. Today, various celebrities have openly discussed their use of these medications,

The Isle of Wight music festival saw an increase in profits last year, attributed in part to performances by Pet Shop Boys and The Prodigy. The festival generated a £2.6 million dividend for its parent company, which is part of Live Nation, a major player in the events industry. Unlike many smaller music festivals that

Young individuals aged 16 to 24 who have been unemployed or out of education for 18 months will soon be offered guaranteed paid work placements, according to a forthcoming announcement by Rachel Reeves. Those who choose not to accept this opportunity may see their benefits withdrawn. This initiative will be presented during her speech at