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Haylo Labs has acquired UK chipmaker Plessey in China-funded deal. The acquisition cleared national security review and injects new capital into one of Europe’s oldest semiconductor companies, raising questions over foreign funding in critical technologies and promising major expansion for the UK’s micro-LED industry.
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Chancellor considers capital gains tax on house sales over £1.5m. The proposed tax could affect around 120,000 homeowners, raising concerns about market distortions and discouraging downsizing among older homeowners. The move aims to address a significant public finance shortfall.
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Defence stocks in London fell sharply after US-Ukraine talks. Shares in Babcock and BAE Systems dropped significantly, while Rolls-Royce experienced a smaller decline. The market reacted to US commitments in potential peacekeeping efforts and Ukraine’s arms purchase.
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Revised sustainability rules could hinder ECB’s climate risk management. ECB President Christine Lagarde has expressed concerns that changes to European sustainability reporting could undermine the bank’s capacity to manage climate risks effectively. Lawmakers are set to discuss these proposed adjustments….
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The UK government drops plans to force Apple to share encrypted data. The decision follows negotiations involving US Vice-President JD Vance, easing tensions over data privacy and free speech concerns between the UK and US.
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BlackRock’s GIP acquires a stake in Eni’s carbon capture. The acquisition of a 49.99% stake in Eni’s CCUS business by BlackRock’s Global Infrastructure Partners is part of Eni’s strategy to attract investment for energy transition projects and reduce emissions….
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EU business registrations rose 4.6% in Q2 2025, signalling recovery. Transport, IT and finance lead registration growth across the market. However, bankruptcies climbed 1.7%, driven by IT and construction, underscoring both resilience and fragility in Europe’s economic recovery.
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Tariffs have become geopolitical weapons of trade warfare in 2025. The US is targeting BRICS countries with sweeping levies, forcing businesses to rethink supply chains, risk planning, and resilience in a fragmented trade order.
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Innerworks secures £3m to advance its cyber threat solutions. The London-based company, specialising in synthetic threat intelligence, will use the funding to enhance its platform and expand globally, aiming to strengthen internet security against sophisticated AI-driven threats….
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Wider NHS access to weight-loss drugs could boost productivity. A study of 421 NHS patients using obesity drugs showed a reduction in sick days. Government modelling suggests a rollout could save £5bn annually through productivity gains and lower healthcare costs.
