Gold stable pre-Fed decision & Trump tariffs. UAE prices rose; spot gold up slightly. Market eyed potential rate cuts & trade war impact. Silver up; platinum/palladium fell.
Abu Dhabi Holding acquired 73.73% of NCTH, transferring 4 luxury hotels (inc. Cheval Blanc) for shares. NCTH's portfolio grows to 8 hotels, boosting its luxury presence.
UK won't force businesses to accept cash, despite vulnerable relying on it. Gov focuses on cash access & digital skills, not mandates. Cash use remains high.
Chinese AI app DeepSeek's low cost shook US tech. Nvidia rebounded after sell-off. Experts see overreaction, potential AI market growth.
Healthy food costs double that of unhealthy food, study shows. Low-income families struggle to afford nutritious diets, with prices rising. Gov to act.
UK approves Heathrow expansion despite climate concerns. Gatwick & Luton also expanding. Critics cite emissions; supporters say it's economic growth.
