If you were to describe the technology sector in 2023, a classic 1960s movie set in 19th-century Mexico would probably represent an accurate analogy. ‘The Magnificent Seven’ is how Michael Hartnett, Bank of America’s chief investment strategist, described the crème-de-la-crème of US tech companies. Collectively, Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla have not … Read more
‘The landscape was an endless lush jungle all around us for three days straight. ‘I think what stayed in my mind the most was how peaceful and serene life is in the Amazon. People are humble and shy.’ These are the words of Mykolas Juodele, describing his three-day journey on a cargo ship through the … Read more
Christmas is an expensive day of the year – and energy bills are no exception Experts have found that many Britons plan to use ovens less this Christmas Instead, air fryers and slow cooker use is on the rise to help save money By Sam Barker Updated: 09:55 GMT, 23 December 2023 Households increasingly plan … Read more
Stuck on where to travel in 2024? Let the stars decide! Delta Air Lines teamed up with expert astrologer Lisa Stardust to offer bucket-list 2024 itineraries matched to each zodiac sign. From the colourful city of Lisbon to the white beaches of Honolulu – there might just be a destination that’ll leave you feeling over the … Read more
By City & Finance Reporter Updated: 22:04 GMT, 22 December 2023 It’s been a gripping year, with a banking crisis, the departure of two heavyweight FTSE 100 chief executives and the sight of private equity sharks sinking their teeth into our best loved firms. But there were also signs of stability, with cooling inflation sparking … Read more
By Laura Sharman Published: 16:46 GMT, 22 December 2023 | Updated: 19:06 GMT, 22 December 2023 Advertisement Eat your heart out, Father Ted. This stunning island off the Irish coast – reminiscent of the fictional Craggy Island in the 90s Channel 4 sitcom that shares its name with the title character – could be yours for … Read more
Brent Crude oil futures were 0.9% higher at $80.32 on Friday morning trading Houthi rebels claim to have attacked ships they believe are heading to Israel Many prominent shipowners have diverted journeys away from the Red Sea By Harry Wise Updated: 14:43 GMT, 22 December 2023 Oil prices tipped above $80 per barrel on Friday … Read more
A Norwegian cruise ship carrying 400 passengers and crew is being towed back to Germany after being pounded by a ‘rogue wave’ which knocked out its power during a ferocious storm in the North Sea. The UK-bound MS Maud, which belongs to cruise company HX, a unit of Norway’s Hurtigruten Group, was sailing some 162 miles off Denmark’s … Read more
By Live Commentary Updated: 08:43 GMT, 22 December 2023 The UK economy shrank by 0.1 per cent in the third quarter, revised down from previous estimates of flat growth for the period, fresh data from the Office for National Statistics shows. The FTSE 100 is down 0.1 per cent in early trading. Read the Friday … Read more
Holidaymakers on popular all-inclusive breaks are routinely spending hundreds of pounds extra on food and drink as tour operators neglect to include the basics – including soft drinks and local alcoholic drinks – in the headline price, Which? has found. The consumer champion surveyed nearly 2,000 holidaymakers about their experiences of all-inclusive holidays in the … Read more
