James Reilly, Business Correspondent

James Reilly is a business correspondent specializing in corporate affairs, mergers and acquisitions, and industry trends. With an MBA from Warwick Business School and previous experience at Bloomberg, he combines financial acumen with investigative instincts. His breaking stories on corporate misconduct have led to boardroom shake-ups and regulatory action.
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Gupta’s Steel Operations Face Further Divestment with Hartlepool Pipes Sale

** The ongoing reduction of Sanjeev Gupta's steel empire in the UK…

British American Tobacco Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Terrorism Funding in North Korea

In a significant legal development, British American Tobacco (BAT) and one of…

Organised Crime and Transparency: The Challenge of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy

** As the 2026 Winter Olympics approaches, set to take place from…

Spain’s High-Speed Rail Network Faces Scrutiny Following Fatal Crashes

In the wake of two tragic accidents within weeks, Spain's celebrated high-speed…

SpaceX Contemplates Merger with Tesla or Collaboration with xAI Ahead of $1.5 Trillion IPO

** SpaceX is reportedly exploring the possibility of merging with Tesla or…

Apple Reports Historic Earnings Surge Driven by iPhone 17 Success

Apple Inc. has announced record-breaking first-quarter earnings, significantly surpassing Wall Street's expectations…

US Dollar Plummets to Four-Year Low: Analysis of Potential Consequences

The US dollar has experienced a significant decline, reaching a four-year low…

Apple Achieves Record iPhone Sales Amid Decline in Mac Revenue

Apple Inc. has announced unprecedented iPhone sales during the last quarter of…

Government Confirms Five-Year Extension of Warm Home Discount for Millions

In a significant move aimed at alleviating financial pressure on low-income households,…

Venezuelan Assembly Approves Landmark Bill to Attract Private Investment in Oil Sector

In a pivotal move, Venezuela’s National Assembly has given the green light…

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