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West Country exporters urged to explore new markets after Trump's US tariffs announcement
Exports
Donald Trump has announced a 10% tax on many British goods being imported into the US
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Greater Manchester warns of 'one of the most challenging periods in trade history' as city faces Donald Trump tariffs
Chamber of Commerce
Tariffs expected to hit several key º£½ÇÊÓƵ industries, including car manufacturing and pharmaceuticals
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HSBC and Barclays shares tumble as Trump's new tariffs shake up FTSE 100
By City AM
Shares in Britain's top lenders plunged into the red during early trading on Thursday as Trump's tariff announcement hit London markets
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How Isle of Man agreement could bring big economic opportunities for Liverpool city region
Chamber of Commerce
Key focus areas include energy, infrastructure and net zero
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AI bra fitting startup Brarista wins £510k funding to ‘transform’ lingerie and swimwear shopping
European Union
Bella Trang Ngo's Manchester tech firm already working with º£½ÇÊÓƵ and EU retailers
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Investors urge Shein to slash IPO valuation by two-thirds as it plans London debut
By City AM
Shein was valued at as much as $100bn in 2022, but is now reportedly being pushed by its backers to cut its valuation to $30bn in order to secure enough investor support for its IPO
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Three North East firms named among future $1bn º£½ÇÊÓƵ 'unicorns'
Economy
Atom Bank, Pragmatic Semiconductor and Geopura are among the 137 companies on Hurun's Unicorns and Future Unicorns Index 2024
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Pound to 'outperform' euro in coming weeks as º£½ÇÊÓƵ 'resilient' to Trump's tariffs
By City AM
The pound is expected to outperform the euro in the coming weeks as the º£½ÇÊÓƵ is less exposed to the threat of Donald Trump's tariffs, according to analysts
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Shein to slash IPO valuation by $16bn as it faces new trade barriers
By City AM
The Chinese fast-fashion retailer has been at the centre of controversy over its London IPO, and now it faces new challenges from the US and the º£½ÇÊÓƵ
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Interest rates cut – what does it mean for the North West? 
Barclays
MPC voted for a quarter-point reduction to 4.5%
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º£½ÇÊÓƵ hospitality sector reels from Labour's budget despite global economic shifts
By City AM
The º£½ÇÊÓƵ's hospitality industry was left reeling following the October budget, which announced a hike in employer national insurance contributions (NICs)
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Mastercard class action funder to sue Merricks after £10bn case settled for £200m
By City AM
The litigation funder in the mammoth class action against Mastercard is set to sue its own class rep after he settled a £10bn case for just £200m
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Dyson to move workforce out of Bristol and scrap tech hub plans
Technology
The engineering firm acquired a building in the city for its research centre last year but this will now be leased out to another business
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Tech, transport and talent: What 2025 holds for the North West, according to business leaders
North West
After a tough year in 2025, entrepreneurs and analysts are hopeful for the future but warn there could still be problems ahead
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The º£½ÇÊÓƵ Government needs to have advanced semiconductor chips at the heart of its new industrial strategy
Technology
Dr Drew Nelson said competitor economies have realised that successful states need advanced semiconductors.
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Crowdcube turnover halves as it continues to lose money
By City AM
Crowdcube has reported a turnover of £7.5million for 2023, according to newly-filed accounts with Companies House
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The huge skills shortage facing the º£½ÇÊÓƵ manufacturing sector
Economy
New research reveals that 98% of manufacturers believe that hiring and retaining skilled labour is a critical barrier to success
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FCA blamed for 'billions' in lost investment as it's accused of killing off crowdfunding
By City AM
The º£½ÇÊÓƵ Crowdfunding Association has accused the FCA of driving away retail investors through over-regulation, leading to billions in lost investment
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Manufacturing sector hits nine-month low with one key event blamed
By City AM
The downturn in the manufacturing sector looks set to deepen after a new survey revealed that activity had fallen to its lowest level in nine months
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Not just 'shiny tech bits' – how AI could power Liverpool and its businesses to global success
Technology
AI summit saw speakers from IBM's º£½ÇÊÓƵ CEO to small firms winning success in the USA
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Bath start-up secures £7.8m for tackling microplastic pollution
Environment
University spin-out company Naturbeads is building its first plant in Italy and planning to increase production capacity
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º£½ÇÊÓƵ farming budget falls short: £5bn not enough for nature-friendly agriculture, experts warn
The Budget
The Government has announced £5 billion for England's farming budget over the next two years, maintaining the £2.4 billion current level for 2024/25 and 2025/26
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Online shopping platform OnBuy to expand into 14 countries following Google deal
Technology
The Dorset tech company is one of the world's fastest-growing online marketplaces
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Maritime tech firm Succorfish moves into oil and gas sector
Technology
The North Shields firm has carried out a six month R&D project to adapt its device for use hundreds of metres under water
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