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BBC News - Business

Canada's Mark Carney promises 'bold' first federal budget -- The prime minister has promised "generational investments" and warned of "sacrifices" as he seeks to transform an economy upended by US tariffs. -- US & Canada

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Pizza Hut's parent company explores sale of struggling chain - Yum! Brands is exploring a possible sale of its Pizza Hut chain, as the business struggles to compete with rivals. 5 hrs ago - US & Canada

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ChatGPT owner OpenAI signs $38bn cloud computing deal with Amazon -- The seven-year agreement will see OpenAI gain access to Nvidia graphics processors to train its artificial intelligence models.

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More people in UK using family help than Buy Now Pay Later loans -- But some people said borrowing from their nearest and dearest had affected those relationships.

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Starbucks to sell majority stake in China business -- The coffee giant entered China more than a quarter of a century ago but has faced tough competition in recent years.

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Budget will be 'fair' says UK chancellor as tax rises expected -- The chancellor says she will make 'necessary choices' in an unusual pre-Budget speech.

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Shein bans all sex dolls after outrage over childlike products -- Every listing and image related to the sex dolls has been removed from Shein's platform, the firm says.

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Business Daily -- Is the AI boom a bubble?

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Business Daily -- Is this New York's cost of living election?

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Business Daily -- Business Daily meets: Harry Stine

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Business Daily -- Can Canada become an energy superpower?

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Business Daily -- Afghanistan: Can its private sector step up?

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Business Daily -- The blurring of K-beauty

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Good Bad Billionaire -- Diane Hendricks: Building a fortune

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Business Daily -- The two-year Tesla strike

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Business Daily -- Business Daily meets: Pinterest CEO Bill Ready

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Business Daily -- The Americans investing in British football

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Will AI mean the end of call centres? -- Some commentators predict artificial intelligence is about to replace most customer support jobs.

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Should K-beauty products have to come from South Korea? -- Sales of Korean skincare treatments continue to soar, but some are now made by overseas companies.

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NYSE Opening Bell

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Is the AI-fuelled rally running out of steam? Hamilton Capital Partners' Alonso Munoz expects the rally to continue despite today's sell-off. See more

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Technology of Business

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The start-up creating science kits for young Africans - Stemaide's goal is to bring tech skills to young Africans and prepare them for future jobs. See more

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'No idea who he is,' says Trump after pardoning crypto tycoon -- The US president pardoned Changpeng Zhao, the co-founder of the world's largest crypto exchange, in October.

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Kimberly-Clark to buy Tylenol-maker for more than $40bn -- The deal will unite two giants in the over-the-counter health business, bringing together brands like Kleenex and Benadryl.

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Trump tariffs head to Supreme Court in case eagerly awaited around the world -- The top US court will soon hear arguments on whether Trump's tariffs are legal, with major implications for presidential power.

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Trump administration must continue food aid during shutdown, US judges say -- In two separate rulings, US judges say the plan to cut off Snap food benefits for millions is likely unlawful.

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China to ease chip export ban in new trade deal, White House says -- Nexperia chips are vital in car production and there were concerns from manufacturers about the damage a shortage could have.

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Vue cinema boss: I don't see streaming as the competition -- Tim Richards said the likes of Netflix and Apple TV are complementary rather than damaging for the big screen.

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Why you must share your idea and get honest feedback -- Learn Steven's three crucial steps for validating your business proposal and why impartial feedback is vital. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

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The power of making and owning decisions -- Learn why making your own decisions is the key to increasing your confidence. -- BBC Maestro - Evy Poumpouras

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The power of absorbing information -- Learn how to listen to improve your self-awareness. People will give you information, and that's power. -- BBC Maestro - Evy Poumpouras

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Why planning can be a form of procrastination -- Learn how to avoid compulsive planning and instead hold plans loosely as a navigational aid. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

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How to navigate a world competing for your attention -- Oliver offers tips on how to avoid getting distracted on social media when people profit from your scrolling. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

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The difference between 'good' and 'bad' procrastination -- Forget trying to stop procrastinating. Instead, learn Oliver's three rules to become a better procrastinator. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

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Why 'inbox zero' is a strategy that breeds distraction -- Managing infinite emails, ideas, errands, and goals is hard. Oliver recommends a little strategic neglect. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

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How time creates problems, especially when it is so limited -- Discover why so many of our struggles are down to poor time management and denial of its finitude. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

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Why sustainable productivity will drive success -- Steven shares his three 'M' goal-setting framework to help you be more productive for the long-term. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

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How to hire the best people for your team -- Are they a bar raiser, bar maintainer or bar lowerer? Learn how to build a team that can get behind your mission. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

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What is your business culture and why is it so important? -- Explore how you can use your mission to set the right culture for your business. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

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How to know yourself, grow yourself, and take control -- Find out how to counteract limiting beliefs you hold about yourself and build new ones that serve you better. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

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How to get the money you need to start a business -- Learn how to start a business with nothing in the bank and how to get funding if you need it to get started. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

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Why you should start a business and why to start it now -- Steven explains the common obstacles to starting a business and why now is the time to start yours. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

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How to choose what matters most in life -- Learn three big questions to ask yourself to zero in on what matters and what you should spend time on. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

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The fast fashion giant says it delisted the items "immediately" from its website and is investigating.

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A company paying Sarah Ferguson was given a private tour of Buckingham Palace while the late Queen was in residence, BBC can reveal.

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The monthly cost of health insurance could rise by 114% on average, according to health research non-profit KFF.

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Carney told Trump the commercial, which quoted Ronald Reagan, was "not something I would have done".

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EU-China chip disputes alarmed carmakers amid concerns it could halt global car productions

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Find a penny, pick it up, then what? Now the US has stopped making pennies, a shortage has emerged and created confusion.

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Fresh from $5 trillion valuation, global chips giant Nvidia has signed deals with LG, Hyundai and Samsung

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ESPN, ABC and other Disney channels will not be available to YouTube TV subscribers.

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If you're struggling to get on top of your money, here are four ways to help you manage it better.

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