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World food commodity prices fall in January as sugar, vegetable oils decline – FAO

Global food prices fell in January, driven by drops in sugar and vegetable oils, with dairy prices rising and adjustments made to cereal production forecasts.

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Irish services new business growth hits nine-month high in December, PMI shows

Irish services sector growth slowed in December with PMI at 57.1, but optimism for 2024 is high, driven by strong new business and employment gains.

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Job vacancies fall faster in UK than elsewhere, Indeed says

UK job vacancies fell 23% year-on-year, indicating an economic slowdown. Employers are cautious about hiring amid rising payroll taxes, with wages growing particularly in low-paid roles.

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OECD raises 2025 forecast for UK economy

The OECD has improved its 2025 growth forecast for the UK to 1.7%, citing stabilizing inflation and robust demand, while warning of ongoing structural labor market challenges.

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UK house prices rise at fastest pace since Feb 2023, ONS says

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UK creates new businesses at slowest rate since 2010

Britain's business startups hit a decade low in 2023, raising concerns for economic growth, despite an increase in high-growth employers. Productivity indicators remain weak.

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Factbox-Trump's US election win may bring NATO members' defense spending back into focus

Trump's return to presidency may influence NATO defense spending, with Poland leading at 4.12% of GDP, emphasizing commitments to increase military expenditures across member nations.