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AJ Palmer is a financial journalist covering mergers and acquisitions, capital markets activity, structured finance, and the evolving intersection of technology and finance. With a background as a foreign exchange strategist and over a decade analysing global markets, Andrew focuses on how transactions are negotiated, structured, and executed across jurisdictions. His work explores advisory strategy, debt and equity financing, institutional capital flows, and the mechanics behind complex cross-border deals. He also writes on digital finance and emerging financial infrastructure, translating technical developments into commercially relevant insight for investors, executives, and advisers. Andrew contributes in-depth features examining transaction dynamics, capital allocation decisions, and the strategic considerations shaping today’s deal environment.

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Bank of England Interest Rate Decision: What to Expect on 19 March

18th March 2026
The Bank of England will announce its latest interest rate decision on 19 March, with policymakers facing a finely balanced choice between holding borrowing costs steady or beginning another round of rate cuts as inflation gradually eases. The central bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will decide whether to keep the Bank Rate at 3.75%, where […]
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UK Tax Rules for Expats Returning From Dubai: How to Avoid Unexpected HMRC Bills

13th March 2026
UK Tax Rules for Expats Returning From Dubai: How to Avoid Unexpected HMRC Bills Thousands of British expats returning to the UK from Dubai and other Gulf states could unknowingly trigger significant UK tax liabilities — particularly those who have fled the region amid rising tensions in the Middle East. Emergency relocations are forcing many […]
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Barcelona Tourist Tax 2026: How Travellers Can Legally Pay Less

13th March 2026
Barcelona’s tourist tax is rising sharply in 2026 — and many travellers may not realise how much it adds to the cost of a trip until they check out of their hotel. Under the new rules, visitors could pay up to €12–€15 per person per night, depending on the type of accommodation they choose. For […]
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AI Banking Fraud in the UK: How to Spot Scams, Protect Your Money and Recover Funds

12th March 2026
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the financial industry—but it is also fuelling a new generation of increasingly sophisticated scams. Across the UK, criminals are now using AI-powered tools such as voice cloning, deepfake video and automated phishing systems to target bank customers and online shoppers. Recent figures from the UK fraud prevention organisation Cifas show […]
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US Tariff Ruling Opens Export Window for Chinese Manufacturers

11th March 2026
A U.S. Supreme Court ruling limiting presidential authority to impose tariffs has temporarily reduced the effective tariff rate on Chinese imports, creating a short-term opportunity for exporters to increase shipments to the United States. The decision lowers the weighted average tariff on Chinese goods to about 22.3% from 32.4%, according to estimates cited by Capital […]
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Pentagon Halts Anthropic AI Contract, $200M Deal in Jeopardy

10th March 2026
Pentagon Halts Anthropic AI Contract, $200M Deal in Jeopardy A $200 million Pentagon AI contract with Anthropic PBC is now in jeopardy after the military labelled the firm a supply-chain risk. Emil Michael, under secretary of defense for research and engineering, said the company’s legal challenge won’t change the decision: ‘The talks are over. We’re […]
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Uzbekistan’s Uzum Hits $2.3B Valuation as Fintech Drives Growth

10th March 2026
Uzbekistan’s Uzum Hits $2.3B Valuation as Fintech Drives Growth Key Takeaways• Uzum secures $131.5M from Oman sovereign funds, boosting its valuation 53% to $2.3B• Digital banking and consumer lending drive the company’s profitability within its ecosystem• Rapid e-commerce growth and a young, digitally savvy population position Uzbekistan as a high-potential market What Happened Uzbekistan-based fintech […]
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Banks Struggle to Implement ISSB Sustainability Reporting Rules

10th March 2026
Financial institutions are accelerating adoption of the International Sustainability Standards Board’s disclosure framework, but a widening gap between regulatory ambition and operational readiness is emerging across the sector. A joint survey by PwC and the Institute of International Finance (IIF), conducted between November and December 2025, examined 24 global financial institutions representing more than $18 […]
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Nscale Founder Josh Payne Secures $2bn to Expand AI Infrastructure

9th March 2026
London-based AI infrastructure company Nscale has raised $2bn (£1.6bn) in a Series C funding round, valuing the business at $14.6bn as demand for the computing power needed to support artificial intelligence continues to surge. The funding round was led by Aker ASA and 8090 Industries and backed by investors including Nvidia, Dell Technologies, Lenovo, Citadel […]
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$100 Oil Sparks Inflation Fears Amid Middle East Tensions

9th March 2026
Oil prices surged above $100 a barrel this week as escalating conflict in the Middle East rattled global markets, forcing investors to rethink inflation risks, interest-rate expectations, and corporate cost forecasts. The spike triggered broad sell-offs in equities and government bonds, underscoring how quickly energy shocks can ripple through financial markets and influence economic policy […]
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US–EU Tariff Uncertainty Raises New Risks for Global Trade

4th March 2026
European officials expect the United States to maintain a 10% universal tariff on EU exports rather than raising it to 15%, a move that would ease immediate pressure on companies operating across transatlantic supply chains. Bloomberg reported that officials in Brussels believe Washington is unlikely to apply the higher 15% tariff rate to European goods […]
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Rare Earth Supply Risks Threaten Global Tech and Defense Industries

4th March 2026
Concerns about the reliability of rare earth mineral supplies are rising across global technology and defence industries, highlighting a growing vulnerability in the supply chains that underpin advanced electronics, semiconductors and military systems. While these minerals rarely attract the same attention as oil or copper, they underpin many of the world’s fastest-growing industrial sectors. From […]
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