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Finance

Citigroup board approves sale of Russia unit, flags $1.2 billion loss

Image for Oil flat as Russia-Ukraine peace hopes fade, Yemen tensions rise

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Oil flat as Russia-Ukraine peace hopes fade, Yemen tensions rise

Image for China encircles Taiwan in massive military display

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China encircles Taiwan in massive military display

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Idris Elba, Torvill and Dean star in Britain's New Year honours

Image for UK's IPF agrees to $733 million takeover by BasePoint entity

UK's IPF agrees to $733 million takeover by BasePoint entity

Date: December 29, 2025

Dec 29 (Reuters) - British lender International Personal Finance said on Monday it has agreed to a 543 million-pound ($732.51 million) takeover by a company associated with BasePoint Capital,...

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Britain's Octopus Energy to spin out Kraken at $8.65 billion valuation

Date: December 29, 2025

Dec 29 (Reuters) - Britain's biggest household gas and electricity supplier Octopus Energy Group is close to selling a 10% to 20% stake in its software unit, Kraken Technologies, in a deal that would...

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Trump says of alleged Ukraine attack on Putin: 'I was very angry about it'

Date: December 29, 2025

PALM BEACH, Dec 29 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday said Russian President Vladimir Putin told him Ukraine tried to attack Putin's residence in northern Russia, which Kyiv has denied....

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Ukraine bonds at post-restructuring highs as investors see some progress in peace talks

Date: December 29, 2025

LONDON, Dec 29 (Reuters) - Ukraine's government bonds rallied on Monday as investors saw some positive signs in talks on a deal to end the war with Russia, with some bonds hitting their highest since...

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New Owner, First Car: Starter Tips to Cut Car Insurance Costs

Date: December 29, 2025

Buying your first car is exciting, but the first insurance premium can feel confusing and surprisingly expensive. The goal is straightforward: get strong protection without overpaying. This guide helps you choose the right type of car insurance policy, understand the pricing levers that actually change your premium, and avoid common first-timer mistakes....

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Two Chinese airlines plan Airbus jet purchases worth up to $8.2 billion

Date: December 29, 2025

BEIJING, Dec 29 (Reuters) - China's Spring Airlines and Juneyao Airlines on Monday announced plans to buy 30 and 25 Airbus A320-family jets respectively, according to stock exchange filings. Budget...