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The United Kingdom's economy saw an unexpected growth of 0.1% in August, surpassing forecasts for the period. This development provides a timely boost for Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of her inaugural Budget.
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Mexico's lower house passed a limited amendment to the Income Tax Law and forwarded it to the Senate for further debate. The move marks the next step in a broader fiscal agenda aimed at adjusting tax policy.
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Jio Platforms, the digital arm of Reliance Industries, opened its public offering on Oct. 21, targeting a Rs 30,213 crore raise and a $108 billion valuation. The issue sets a new record for size and market capitalisation in the country’s equity market.
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President Aleksandar Vučić pledged to raise wages and pensions for Serbian workers, urging citizens to hold him to his promise. The commitment comes amid ongoing economic challenges and an approaching election cycle.
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The Greek government announced a 30% increase in the winter heating allowance, raising the maximum support to €1,560 per household. The move coincides with a reduction in fuel prices and reflects the country's response to soaring energy costs.
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Monthly price increases in Argentina accelerated again, adding pressure to President Javier Milei's economic program. The International Monetary Fund also cut its growth outlook for the country amid a broader regional downgrade.
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Ireland’s annual house‑price growth slowed to 5.1% in the year to September, the weakest pace since 2020. The moderation comes amid a broader economic backdrop that includes budget discussions and regional price divergences.
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Finland's parliament approved legislation limiting new data‑centre construction to the country's western region to safeguard its electricity supply. The measure follows mounting concerns over the sector's soaring power consumption and has sparked protests against major tech firms.
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The International Monetary Fund projects Spain will be the fastest-growing major economy in 2026, while also forecasting it to outpace the Eurozone in both growth and inflation this year. Despite positive growth outlooks, the IMF issued a caution regarding Spain's public finances.
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A Luxembourg court has ordered the suspension of the Czech energy group ČEZ's shareholdings in two Luxembourg firms. The ruling, seen as a blow to the utility's overseas expansion, has become the Czech Republic's top domestic story.
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A leak of confidential internal emails has reportedly prevented Kiwi, Rema 1000 and Coop from pursuing key market opportunities. The development raises concerns about competition and data security in Norway's tightly‑controlled grocery sector.
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The Egyptian pound slipped close to 53 per dollar, extending a weeks-long weakening trend that threatens inflation and import costs. The move comes as the government tightens border security laws, imposing harsh penalties for violations.