


China warns nations against ‘appeasing’ US in trade deals
Beijing was responding to reports that the US will pressure other nations to restrict trade with China.

Dollar weakens after Trump attacks on Fed
Gold price climbs while Swiss franc reaches 10-year high

Crypto casino takings top $80bn as gamblers bypass blocks
Platforms now rival traditional betting groups in scale despite their services being illegal in most countries

India’s retail stock investors keep faith despite foreign outflows
Rise in passive funds and long-term investments shows country’s burgeoning equity culture

Five ways for first-time buyers to get on the housing ladder
Mortgage experts share their tips for anyone starting out on the journey to owning their own home.