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Occupier demand for commercial property in Wales fell at the end of 2025 and respondents expect rents and capital values to be lower this quarter, according to the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) commercial property monitor. But the outlook for 2026 as a whole appears more stable, it added. A net balance of -32% of Welsh respondents reported a fall in overall occupier demand through the fourth quarter last year, which was the second lowest balance across all the UK regions. Demand for each of the subsectors (office, retail and industrial) was said to have declined, including industrial,…

Ardee Industries Limited has marked a significant step forward in its circular economy ambitions after being named Recycler of the Year at the Battery Recycling Excellence Award 2026 during the International Material Recycling Conference in Jaipur. The accolade recognises the company’s commitment to developing safe, scalable and compliant recycling systems for batteries used in electric vehicles and consumer electronics. The award celebrates organisations that excel in recovering critical materials from end‑of‑life energy storage products while upholding rigorous standards of safety, traceability and environmental stewardship. For Ardee Industries, the achievement reinforces its growing influence within India’s secondary metals and battery recycling…

Image source: Getty Images The London stock market’s off to a strong start in 2026, but many growth stocks still look dirt cheap. I’ve scoured the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 to find the best of these bargain stocks to buy. I’ve also identified several top penny shares with brilliant growth prospects. Want to see what I’ve found? Here are two ultra-cheap growth shares I’m considering for February. Allianz Technology Trust (LSE:ATT) harnesses the enormous growth potential of the US tech sector. Since early 2021, it’s delivered an average annual return of 12%. Yet right now, it trades at a…

SHANGHAI, May 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On May 27, 2025, REPT BATTERO and Hyosung Heavy Industries formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Seoul, South Korea, focusing on battery energy storage systems. REPT BATTERO will supply 2.5GWh of energy storage products, jointly promoting the application and popularization of energy storage technology in the global market. image_5018249_4048761 Centered on establishing a global strategic framework for energy storage, REPT BATTERO will deliver energy storage cells, modules, and DC containers to Hyosung Heavy Industries, while providing technical support for system design integration and quality control. Hyosung Heavy Industries will assume responsibilities for global marketing,…

Gold and silver prices have continued to drop sharply in a “brutal” sell-off after hitting record highs in recent weeks.The precious metals began falling on Friday in response to US President Donald Trump’s nomination for the incoming chairman of the Federal Reserve.His choice for former Fed governor Kevin Warsh to replace current chairman Jerome Powell when his term ends in May soothed some investor nerves, which boosted the US dollar but saw appetite for safe-haven investments gold and silver slump in response.Gold and silver suffered their worst trading days for decades on Friday and were down heavily again on Monday,…

The Mirror rounds up all the big money changes and deadlines to be aware of in February 2026 – including Nationwide savings cuts and smart meter compensationThere are several big money changes coming in February 2026(Image: Getty Images)January is finally over and wallets are feeling refreshed after payday.But there are plenty of money changes to be aware of in February, including an alcohol price rise and a cut to your savings rates if you’re a Nationwide customer.If you’re a self-assessment taxpayer and you missed the January 31 deadline, then you should be aware that instant £100 fines are being issued…

4 hours ago Business Wire LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Feb 1, 2026– Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (NASDAQ: FFAI) (“Faraday Future”, “FF” or the “Company”), a California-based global shared intelligent electric mobility ecosystem company, today shared a weekly business update from YT Jia, Founder and Global Co-CEO of FF. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260201192904/en/ Faraday Future Founder and Co-CEO YT Jia Shares Weekly Investor Update: FF Signs a Stock Purchase Agreement for the Sale of $10 Million of its Class A Common Stock to a Designated Third Party Identified by AIxC “First, I want to share…

Precious metals had a blockbuster year in 2025, with gold seeing its biggest annual gain since 1979.With financial markets spooked by concerns including Trump’s tariffs and fears that artificial intelligence-related stocks were overpriced, gold and silver repeatedly hit new record highs.Gold peaked above $5,500 at the end of January this year, while silver also hit an all-time high of more than $120.Wall Street analysts expect the Fed to cut interest rate at least twice in 2026. Gold tends to be seen as a more attractive investment when interest rates are low.One of the biggest appeals of gold is its relative…

Money Heist fans have been left ‘so excited’ for the prequel series, Berlin, after Netflix shared the first trailer for the next instalment in the crime saga this weekLucas Hill-Paul Content Editor08:46, 31 Jan 2026A trailer for Berlin’s second season has just been released(Image: NETFLIX)Fans of Money Heist have been buzzing with excitement following the release of the first trailer for Berlin and the Lady with an Ermine, the latest spin-off from the Spanish Netflix sensation.Nearly a decade since the streaming juggernaut first premiered, the acclaimed crime series continues to captivate audiences with the second instalment of its spin-off centring…

1. What makes a stock profitable in 2026?A profitable stock shows steady earnings growth, strong cash flow, and exposure to sectors such as artificial intelligence, healthcare, or renewable energy.2. How does the Federal Reserve affect the stock market?Federal Reserve interest rate decisions impact borrowing costs and investor confidence, which directly influence stock prices.3. Is Artificial Intelligence a good sector to invest in?Yes, Artificial Intelligence continues to drive demand in technology, cloud services, and data centers, making it a key growth area.4. Why is valuation important when buying stocks?Valuation helps avoid overpaying for popular stocks and reduces the risk of losses…