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This Is Money revisits six British companies it tipped and reports that two have doubled. The available report extract does not identify the firms or returns.

A Kiplinger report outlines a four-day New York holiday itinerary for grandparents and grandchildren, with premium experiences and listed prices.

The Bank of England raised Bank Rate to 4% on an 8–1 vote, citing rising energy costs and inflation risks. The next decision is due December 17.

In a Yomiuri Shimbun interview, ECB President Christine Lagarde discusses 4% October inflation, uncertainty over price pressures and lessons from 2021.

The Bank of England raised its base rate from 3.75% to 4%, citing inflation pressure from higher energy prices amid the Middle East conflict.

Kalepa secured $75 million in Series B funding to expand its AI underwriting platform, enter new insurance functions and double headcount in 2027.

U.S. stocks reversed Wednesday’s post-election rally Thursday as chip and AI shares slumped; the Nasdaq fell 5% and the semiconductor index dropped 11%.

The Nasdaq and S&P 500 closed higher as chip stocks rebounded, while the Dow fell. Eaton jumped after results topped Wall Street estimates.

Europe plans to cut securities settlement from two days to one on Oct. 11, 2027, as the ECB links the change to wider infrastructure modernisation.

AI tools can help shoppers plan gift budgets, find ideas and compare deals. Experts say to give specific prompts and verify prices and product details.