How to enjoy the festive season without the ‘Januworry’ hangover
From setting spending limits to planning for January school costs, experts explain how smart festive budgeting can prevent post-holiday money stress.
Israel recognises breakaway Somaliland region
Somalia, which regards Somaliland as an integral part of its territory, rejected the deal as unlawful, describing it as “deliberate attack on its sovereignty.”
Toyota’s sales drop in November, dragged down by China
The Japanese automaker's results serve as a barometer for the industry’s struggle to balance strong long-term demand with short-term economic and policy headwinds.
UK pension funds eye stake in Brookfield’s Center Parcs, reports Sky
China Investment Corp, the Chinese sovereign wealth fund that already owns a stake in Center Parcs, may invest more capital in the company.
Afreximbank and Ghana settle $750m loan dispute
The standoff emerged after Ghana secured a bailout from the International Monetary Fund and took steps to restructure its debt following a 2022 default.
After Trump strike on terrorists, Nigeria says it’s open to more
Nigeria is coordinating the effort with the US and more American attacks are expected, according to senior Nigerian officials.
Bank of America employee charged with arranging drug gathering in Singapore
If convicted, the 40-year-old faces a jail term of as long as 20 years and caning for the offence.
The tech titan who defined 2025: Larry Ellison, not Elon Musk
The 81-year-old Oracle Corp co-founder and chairman has been omnipresent - playing a role in just about every major business story of the year.
Gold, platinum and silver smash records again
Spot gold rose as much as 1.2% to a peak above $4 530 an ounce, while platinum traded above $2 400 an ounce for the first time.
SA’s AfriSam set to be acquired by West China Cement
Chinese cement giants, facing a slowdown in domestic construction, have been on an acquisition spree in Africa.