European stocks are likely to open higher on Thursday as focus shifts to the Bank of England’s policy meeting later in the day and Friday’s U.S. employment report. The Bank of England is likely to keep its interest rate on hold for a second consecutive meeting as data continues to show moderating price pressures and weakening economic activity. Across the […]
Read moreDRIVERS have been warned over the threat of scams if they make a key error when selling their motors. Andrew Jervis, CEO of ClickMechanic, urged car owners to be alert to the risk of fraud and avoid a major tech blunder. Andrew explained that modern cars could give criminals access to all sorts of personal data if it isn't properly […]
Read moreThe Pentagon has announced that an additional 300 U.S. troops will deploy to the U.S. Central Command area of operations as war rages in the Middle East. Pentagon Press Secretary Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder said at a news conference that these troops will provide capabilities in explosive ordnance disposal, communications and other support functions for forces already in the region. […]
Read moreInflation in Germany rose 3.8 percent for the year to October as high prices continue to affect everyday costs. Ruth Brand, president of the Federal Statistical Office, said: “Consumers are still feeling the higher food and energy prices, which have risen during the extended period of war and crisis.” This is down from the September figure when inflation was at […]
Read moreEV experts have revealed how drivers can tell when they need to replace the battery in their electric car – don't be caught out. While some motorists battle charge anxiety and worry about mile range in colder weather, others are concerned with battery replacement. The current estimate is that an electric car battery will last from 10 – 20 years before they […]
Read moreSave articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. The latest International Monetary Fund assessment of the state of China’s economy paints a more encouraging view of its near-term performance but highlights the longer-term structural challenges confronting its policymakers, complex threats that will be a brake on growth for years. The IMF […]
Read morePEOPLE access their Wi-Fi everyday, but few know about a hidden code that can help speed up their internet connection. The code is determined by your broadband provider, and can be used to access a little-known menu of router and network settings. To access this router admin menu, all folks have to do is type their broadband company's code into […]
Read moreThe Conference Board released a report on Tuesday showing a moderate deterioration in U.S. consumer confidence in the month of October. The report said the consumer confidence index slipped to 102.6 in October from an upwardly revised 104.3 in September. Economists had expected the consumer confidence to decrease to 100.0 from the 103.0 originally reported for the previous month. “Write-in […]
Read moreWhile UK house prices rose in October, up 1.1 percent on a monthly basis for the first time in six months, all regions saw house prices decline on an annual basis. However, some areas have been hit harder than others. According to Halifax’s latest House Price Index, South East England saw prices drop as much as six percent over the […]
Read moreMartin Lewis shares advice on pension credit payments Experts are warning that pensioners are at risk of being slapped with an expensive “stealth tax”. The Government’s freeze on tax allowance and thresholds may result in retirees being in tougher financial circumstances, according to Senior Capital. This measure was brought in as part of an initiative aimed at generating up to […]
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