The British pound has hit the lowest point since 1985, but governor of the Bank of England Mark Carney says it’s to be expected, and the bank is well prepared for this. Carney said: “Inevitably there will be a period of uncertainty. It will take some time to establish new relationships with Europe and the rest of the world. “The Bank of England will not hesitate to take additional measures, as required as markets adjust, and as the UK economy moves forward.”
US sues Lyft, alleges discrimination against disabled riders
The US Justice Department sued Lyft on Monday, alleging the ride-hailing services provider discriminated against passengers with disabilities, including those who use service animals and mobility devices such as stowable wheelchairs.
ADNOC Distribution reports $791 million net profit in first 9 months
ADNOC Distribution has reported a 37 per cent year-on-year increase in net profit to $791 million in the first nine months of 2026.
Tesla to pull the plug on Cybertruck after years of poor sales
Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory around mid-2027, CEO Elon Musk said on Friday, after years of persistently weak sales for a futuristic model once touted as a rival to legacy pickup trucks.
ADNOC Gas, SNOC sign agreement to advance UAE gas network integration
ADNOC Gas and Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC) have signed a strategic collaboration agreement to explore a range of strategic opportunities aimed at strengthening gas supply security and enhancing the resilience of the UAE’s energy infrastructure.
Investors wipe $2.5 trillion off Nasdaq as blue tsunami prompts AI fears
Tech-led Nasdaq has notched its deepest one-day drop since ‘Liberation Day’ in April 2025, wiping out trillions in market value on fears of more AI scrutiny, particularly on data center construction, after Democrats won big in US midterm elections.
