Origin Energy is conducting an urgent investigation into a potential data breach that may have compromised the personal information of its customers. The company stated it does not currently believe any credit card or bank account details were accessed.

Tesla achieved record deliveries of 480,126 vehicles in the second quarter, though analysts anticipate a $3.3 billion negative free cash flow. This shift comes as the company increases its 2026 capital budget to over $25 billion, primarily targeting AI, robotics, and the Cybercab.

Following the resignation of Sir Keir Starmer, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has appointed John Healey as Chancellor of the Exchequer. The administration's focus on regional decentralization and fiscal policy changes has triggered volatility in UK bond markets.

US markets closed higher as a surge in semiconductor shares countered concerns over Middle East tensions and Canadian trade tariffs. Investors are now shifting focus toward critical upcoming quarterly earnings reports.

A federal judge granted final approval to a $1.5 billion settlement resolving claims that Anthropic used unauthorized books to train its AI models. The agreement provides compensation to authors and publishers whose works were included in the company's digital library.

Novo Nordisk filed a lawsuit against Eli Lilly, claiming the rival firm uses outdated clinical data in its advertisements to misrepresent its obesity drugs.

The litigation claims Eli Lilly’s marketing for Mounjaro and Zepbound uses outdated data to unfairly compare efficacy against Wegovy and Ozempic.

Iranian forces have conducted a multi-theatre retaliation against U.S. installations across the Gulf, escalating tensions and threatening global oil transit. These strikes followed U.S. airstrikes in southern Iran and included attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.

US stock futures trended higher as investor sentiment found support in a semiconductor sector revival. Investors are now focused on upcoming tech earnings and the implementation of new trade policies targeting Canadian goods.

Alibaba's cloud-centric AI strategy faces pressure as U.S. regulators tighten access to Nvidia chips while Beijing considers new export rules for AI models.

Australian superannuation funds achieved a 10.5% median return for the 2025 financial year, supported by strong performance in international share markets.

Rising energy costs and supply disruptions are putting the UK's economic recovery at risk and keeping inflation above the Bank of England's 2 percent target. Analysts are divided on whether borrowing costs will fall by the end of 2026 or remain steady due to persistent inflation.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is planning a significant overhaul of the tax system, targeting property wealth and capital gains to balance national finances.

The cost for a standard adult online passport application has risen to £102 as the British passport's global ranking continues to decline.

New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged a "breathing-space" agenda, targeting personal tax allowances and housing to combat the rising cost of living.

Poste Italiane is initiating a voluntary public offer to acquire Telecom Italia, seeking to integrate the nation's postal, financial, and connectivity networks.

Recent data from the Office for National Statistics indicates that persistent costs for food and energy continue to strain British households. While inflation has slowed, the affordability crisis remains a primary concern for the public and policymakers.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged £340m to provide 1,200 homes and intensive support for at least 3,000 people in England to help end rough sleeping.

The UK fintech sector faces a slowdown as persistent political volatility and rapid government turnover weaken investor confidence. Funding has dropped to its lowest level since 2020, prompting calls for greater legislative consistency.

King Charles officially opened the New Whittle Laboratory, a facility designed to use artificial intelligence and rapid-testing to shorten development cycles.