Major bank lowers 6-month home loan rate, raises longer-term offerings
BNZ has lowered its six-month home loan rate, and is raising its four and five-year offerings. The six-month…
If the Reserve Bank starts the year with a rate hike, you can’t say it didn’t warn us
If you walk away from a central banker unsure whether they are leaning towards hiking or holding interest…
UK manufacturing growth accelerates as export orders rise | Manufacturing sector
British manufacturers enjoyed one of their best months since Labour came to power in January, according to a…
Christmas debt spiral: 12,000 more Kiwis in debt in final two months of 2025
“While some seasonal deterioration is expected, it is important to reinforce the need for vigilance to stay alert…
India’s Union Budget 2026 plans nationwide rollout of SHE Marts
India’s Union Budget 2026 has proposed a nationwide network of community-owned retail outlets to widen market access for…
Labour urged to save Freeview as 100,000 oppose BBC switch-off plan: ‘Threat to universal television!’
A campaign to preserve Freeview terrestrial television has garnered more than 100,000 signatures on Change.org, reflecting widespread public…
US agrees to drop tariffs after India stops Russian oil purchases – BBC
US agrees to drop tariffs after India stops Russian oil purchases BBCTrump slashes tariffs on India after Modi agrees…
Japan retrieves rare earth-rich mud from seabed to lower reliance on China
TOKYO (AP) — Japan said Monday it has successfully drilled and retrieved deep-sea sediment containing rare earth minerals…
‘Are you dead?’ app and ‘crying horse’ plushie are a hit
While Americans worry about inflation and affordability, the Chinese are fretting about deflation and a down economy. To…
Experts warn of increased global AML risks as criminals seek to launder Venezuelan money | Article
By Ruth Prickett2026-02-02T17:10:00 The U.S. action to remove President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela and reopen access to the country’s oil reserves…
India’s Union Budget commits $27.3m to talent development in creative sectors
AVGC Content Creator Labs will be rolled out across 15,000 schools and 500 colleges. GDAI says the moves…
Vietnam Sets New Tourism Milestones in 2025 with Increased International and Domestic Interest
Published on February 2, 2026 Vietnam, a country known for its vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and rich history,…