Australian Supermarkets Explore Facial Recognition to Combat Rising Retail Crime
Business & Markets • a month ago
Woolworths and Coles are trialing the technology amid concerns over increasing aggression and theft in stores.
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U.S. Dollar Declines to 10-Week Low on Fading Rate Hike Prospects
Business & Markets • a month ago
Weak economic data leads markets to scale back expectations of further Federal Reserve interest rate increases.
U.S. Stock Futures Rise as Investors Await Economic Data
Business & Markets • a month ago
Market sentiment is cautiously optimistic ahead of key Federal Reserve minutes and retail earnings reports.
UK Property Market Sees Sharpest August Price Drop in Five Years
Business & Markets • a month ago
Asking prices across Britain fell significantly in August, led by a nearly £100,000 drop in the affluent Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.
Tech Stocks Poised for Gains as Major Retailers Prepare Earnings Reports
Business & Markets • a month ago
Investors anticipate earnings from Target, Walmart, and others, while oil prices remain stable.
Scotland's Oldest Hotel Enters Administration Amid Industry Challenges
Business & Markets • a month ago
The Salutation Hotel in Perth, operator Strathmore Hotels Ltd, has collapsed into administration, impacting 410 employees.
Marks & Spencer Reports Surge in Formalwear Sales Driven by Wedding Season
Business & Markets • a month ago
Retailer sees significant growth in suit and dress shirt sales, contrasting with a trend towards casual office attire.
Mastercard-Owned Vocalink Returns to Profitability
Business & Markets • a month ago
The UK payments firm, handling a significant portion of national transactions, reported a £7.3 million pre-tax profit after a loss in the previous year.
London Office Rents Surge to Record Highs Amid Supply Shortage
Business & Markets • a month ago
Prime West End and City office spaces are commanding unprecedented prices as companies compete for limited availability.