Focus Azerbaijan Investment Forum showcases new business opportunities In partnership with Azpromo Azerbaijan’s first International Investment Forum attracted global investors, emphasising opportunities across energy, tourism, infrastructure, and digital growth. 03/10/2025
Markets US shutdown pushes gold to new high, European markets mixed European markets are mostly positive after a eurozone inflation release, while world shares are mixed following the US government shutdown. 01/10/2025
Markets Gold prices hit a record high as uncertainty mounts in the US Gold is trading above $3,850 an ounce as investors' concern grows over a US government shutdown. 29/09/2025
Business Ørsted shares jump after US court decision unblocks windmill project A judge lifted the Trump administration’s pause on construction of a nearly complete offshore wind farm in New England, one of the Danish energy company’s flagship projects. 23/09/2025
Business Nvidia pledges to invest £2 billion to boost AI start-ups in the UK This comes on the back of a series of tech announcements in the UK this week, shared while US President Donald Trump visits the country. 19/09/2025
Euronews Debates Experts debate how Europe can boost competitiveness At our latest Euronews event, experts discussed strategies for unlocking Europe's economic potential through investment, skills development and regulatory reform. 19/09/2025
Business Nvidia invests $5 billion in Intel to develop AI infrastructure Intel will design and manufacture custom data centres and personal computing products hand in hand with the world's most valuable public company. 18/09/2025
Business Mars to invest €1bn in Europe as Kellanova deal remains unresolved The American confectionery giant said that the investment will go towards modernising manufacturing, with factories in France, Poland and Lithuania among those set to benefit. 18/09/2025
Europeans' Stories Never again a blackout: High voltage from mega power storage units The EU is preparing a package of measures for the expansion of the electricity grid. The aim is to achieve faster authorisations and intelligent electricity grids so that a rapid response can be made to grid fluctuations. 17/09/2025
Business Google pledges £5bn investment in the UK, creating AI-driven jobs Over the next two years, the company plans to invest in AI-driven research and development units, claiming it will add more than 8,000 jobs a year across UK businesses. 16/09/2025
Business Ørsted proceeds with share sale at 67% discount to raise capital Danish offshore wind energy company Ørsted is facing financial uncertainty after the Trump administration derailed its US projects. 15/09/2025
Business US visa system is putting off investors, says South Korea president The comments come after last week's immigration raid at a battery plant run by two South Korean firms in the US. 11/09/2025
Economy Why investors are ditching bonds for gold in 2025 Gold is shining in 2025, outperforming all major assets. With political instability, doubts over Fed independence, and rising economic risks, gold’s role as a trusted, uncorrelated store of value has made it the safe haven of choice. 09/09/2025
Partner content How the UN’s Awaza Programme is unlocking trade for landlocked nations Partner content presented by Turkmenaragatnashyk The UN’s Awaza Programme sets a 10-year plan to boost trade, resilience and connectivity for 32 landlocked nations worldwide. 02/09/2025
Business Auto-enrolment: A quiet pension shift that could fuel Europe’s economy Auto-enrolment into funded pensions would ensure more retirement contributions are invested, powering Europe’s growth. 31/08/2025
Energy Frontiers Azerbaijan’s state energy VP sets 2035 deadline for transition plan In partnership with Azpromo Azerbaijan’s state oil and gas firm SOCAR Vice President Afgan Isayev sets 2035 as a turning point in its drive towards net zero. 28/08/2025
Business Mediobanca shareholders reject bid to acquire Banca Generali The rejection could threaten Mediobanca’s independence as the Milanese lender seeks to fend off a takeover by Italian competitor MPS. 21/08/2025
Focus UN summit in Turkmenistan sets 10-year plan for landlocked nations In partnership with LLDC3 - Awaza, Turkmenistan In Awaza, Turkmenistan, the United Nations set a 10-year roadmap to tackle the economic, trade and infrastructure challenges facing 32 landlocked developing countries across four continents. 20/08/2025
Markets Pop Mart shares rise 12% as Labubu maker announces new mini doll The firm announced the launch of a new Labubu doll as the furry elf toys continue to take the world by storm. 20/08/2025
Business Japan's SoftBank to buy $2 billion stake in chip maker Intel The Japanese tech giant has been increasing its investments in the US since the beginning of US President Donald Trump's second term. 19/08/2025