Employers will be prohibited from using non-compete contracts to prevent workers from joining rival companies, regulators said today. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted 3-2 to ban measures that affect …
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Boom time for businesses as UK economic recovery ‘on track’, economists say
by Elijahby ElijahUK businesses overtook global rivals for biggest growth in almost a year A survey compiled by S&P Global showed private sector activity accelerating By John-paul Ford Rojas Associate City Editor …
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The chilling economic warning about China every Australian should read
by Elijahby ElijahTreasurer Jim Chalmers has warned that China, Australia’s largest trading partner, could experience its worst economic growth in almost 50 years. China’s economy, the world’s second largest, grew 5.2 percent …
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Ben Bernanke criticizes the Bank of England for its failed economic forecasts: but boss Andrew Bailey makes no apology
by Elijahby ElijahBernanke took aim at the Bank’s “obsolete” software He also criticized “deficiencies” in tracking future inflation levels. Bernanke said a lack of investment had prevented staff from doing useful analysis. …
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Construction sector hit by wet weather and high interest rates slows UK economic growth
by Elijahby ElijahConstruction sector output fell 1.9% in February, ONS says Industry hopes interest rate cuts will boost demand By Mike Sheen Updated: 09:35 EDT, April 12, 2024 Construction output plunged in …
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Tennessee tears itself apart over slavery reparations as pastor claims Senate is “bent on maintaining racial and economic inequalities” amid bill to prevent money from being spent on restitution.
by Jackby JackTennessee has been divided over a bill in the state Senate that would ban the study of reparations for descendants of slaves. The bill, which will be voted on in …
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The world’s tallest man who stands at 8ft 3in votes in Turkey’s elections – as 61million cast ballots as country is battered by economic crisis
by Elijahby ElijahThe world’s tallest man has cast his vote in Turkey’s national election, joining 61 million people who are ready to decide who is best suited to lead the nation out …
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The next government will get a better economic inheritance than the gloomy forecasts suggest, says HAMISH MCRAE
by Elijahby ElijahBy Hamish Mcrae Update: 5:55 p.m. EDT, March 23, 2024 <!– <!– <!– <!– <!– <!– <!– Share prices finally seem to understand that the UK is not a basket …
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SThree revealed that first quarter net fees fell 6% year-on-year to £93.7m. Tech companies continued to cut jobs in significant numbers this year By Harry Wise Update: 12:31 p.m. EDT, …
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Alabama Sen. Katie Britt criticizes Biden, saying his economic plan works and appearing on the verge of tears as she criticizes his border policies in a very emotional Republican response.
by Jackby JackSen. Katie Britt, 42, appeared at times on the verge of tears as she criticized President Joe Biden’s policies after he defended them in his State of the Union address …