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“Like all aspects of the commercial property market, there are some segments and sectors of the market doing better than others. High-street retail is showing some positive figures overall, but some high streets and shopping centres in secondary locations will be moving more slowly”- Andy Miles – Rightmove Demand for retail property investment rose by 30% in Q3 2025 compared with the same period in 2024. The office market is also showing signs of recovery, with investment demand up by 31% and leasing demand up by 7% year on year. Overall, commercial property investment grew by 11% over…

Is forex trading still profitable? It’s a high-risk market that requires plenty of research and a strong knowledge of technical analysis, but profitability is attainable. Many traders using advanced tools to make better decisions pursue it as a full-time or part-time profession. This guide will answer the question, “Is forex trading worth it?” We’ll also unveil some of the best practices and common pitfalls to increase your likelihood of becoming a profitable trader in 2025.  Can You Still Make Money in Forex?Forex remains one of the largest and most liquid financial markets in the world. The average global daily trading volume ranges…

CHICAGO, IL – AUGUST 12: Ceasars Sportsbook advertising is seen on the scoreboard prior to an MLB game between the Chicago White Sox and the Detroit Tigers on August 12, 2025, at Rate Field in Chicago, IL. (Photo by Patrick Gorski/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesMajor League Baseball is preparing for the World Series.Fans of the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers are thrilled.From an attendance standpoint, the game is healthy.In 2025, 71,409,421 fans attended games. It was the third consecutive season attendance surpassed 70 million fans.But for this old scout, scars and bad feelings remain…

US President Donald Trump’s decision to sanction Russia’s top crude giants Rosneft and Lukoil is expected to stop the oil flows to Indian refiners to a near zero, according to a Bloomberg report. “Senior executives at the processors said the latest restrictions announced by Washington overnight would make it all but impossible for flows to continue,” the report stated. Crude prices have seen a 3% jump on reports that Indian buyers may recalibrate Russian oil purchases after the US imposed sanctions.  Trump on assurance from India to lower Russian purchase After announcing sanctions, Trump indicated that Indian Prime Minister Narendra…

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The markets have roared into the new Samvat. The Nifty index surged above 200 points, to cross 26,000 mark for the first time since September 30, 2025. The index is now in touching distance of its record high mark. The Sensex is also up a massive 750 points, surging past the 85,000 mark.Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The Nifty index is soaring with a mammoth surge of over 200 points. The index is now above the milestone mark of 26,000. The Sensex index is up over 750 points, pushing past the…

Last Updated:October 23, 2025, 11:21 ISTSovereign Gold Bonds: The redemption has been permitted today, and the price has been fixed at Rs 12,704 per unit, which is a 303.81% gain over the issue price of Rs 3,146.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the premature redemption of Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) under the 2018-19 Series-II, issued on October 23, 2018.Sovereign Gold Bonds: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the premature redemption of Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) under the 2018-19 Series-II, issued on October 23, 2018.The redemption has been permitted today, October 23, 2025, and the price has…

A hospice said it was facing a serious challenge after rising costs and limited funding led to a monthly £65,000 shortfall.Recruitment has been frozen and all vacancies have been reviewed at the Mary Ann Evans Hospice in North Warwickshire in an effort to save money. The hospice has supported people with life limiting illnesses and their families for more than 30 years.The charity says as NHS funding has not kept pace with the increases in expenditure, without urgent financial support it will be forced to reduce or stop operations within the next year.It is calling for members of the public…

Game On Product Group has unveiled MESSI Platinum, the latest addition to its fragrance line inspired by football legend Leo Messi, with a new global campaign created by independent agency BCM Media and Creative. Rolling out globally this month, the integrated campaign continues BCM’s creative direction for the MESSI fragrance brand, marking the next evolution in its partnership with the sporting icon. Produced entirely in-house at BCM’s production facility, the campaign combines AI and 3D VFX technologies to create full CGI environments seamlessly blended with live-action footage and compositing. It also features AI-driven music composition and sound design, underscoring BCM’s…

Purchasing an immovable property is a process which requires careful handling by the purchaser, in order to avoid any unpleasant situations. Here is some basic information one should know before beginning the process. There are three ways to purchase immovable property: with immediate transfer of a certificate of registration (title deed), through a sale contract (SLC), or from a current purchaser (not an owner) through assignment of a sale contract. In the process of selecting the right property, the interested purchaser should look into all the rights and restrictions related to the property in question. The more information the prospective…

Invertek Drives was presented with The King’s Award for Enterprise – International Trade 2025 at its headquarters at the Buttington Cross business park. The award was presented by Tia Jones, Lord Lieutenant of Powys, and Vice Lord Lieutenant Tony Evans, and comes after the company grew overseas sales by 149 per cent growth in six years, despite facing challenges such as Brexit, Covid, and supply chain disruptions. Exports now account for 95 per cent of the company’s total sales. Lord Lieutenant Tia Jones said: “It is an honour to present The King’s Award for Enterprise to Invertek Drives. “This award…