International News
Zimbabwe's President Mugabe makes first public appearance in days after military takeover
Robert Mugabe has made his first public appearance after being placed under house arrest by the country's military on Wednesday.
Europe close: Stocks slip going into the weekend
Stocks reversed early gains as investors opted to play it safe going into the weekend and the euro edged a tad higher on the back of the political gyrations on Capitol Hill.
Credit card providers to seek customer consent before raising credit limits
Credit card providers have agreed with the Financial Conduct Authority to ask customers' permission before raising their credit card limits, after research found this was a contributing factor to debt problems for many people.
US pre-open: Stocks seen flat amid Russia developments; Abercrombie rallies
US futures pointed to a muted open on Wall Street on Friday as investors continued to mull developments regarding Russia’s involvement in the US presidential election.
Asia report: Markets mixed after quiet end to week
Markets in Asia finished mixed on a quiet Friday as investors struggled for direction, with Japanese and Hong Kong benchmarks finishing above the waterline but pared back from earlier gains.
21st Century Fox subject of Comcast acquisition bid - report
Competition for the acquisition of 21st Century Fox is heating up after reports on Thursday suggested media giant Comcast has approached Rupert Murdoch’s company about a merger.
Tesla unveils new electric truck alongside surprise sports car debut
Innovative US carmaker Tesla Motors has unveiled its first ever electric truck, as it attempts to offer an alternative to gas-guzzling diesel lorries.
US close: Wall Street back in the green despite tax reform concerns
Wall Street was back in the green on Thursday, bouncing back from weakness earlier in the week thanks to a crop of positive corporate updates and a robust reading on factory output, even as some analysts continue to differ on the outlook.