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Government Shutdown Forces Delay of Key January Jobs Report

The Bureau of Labor Statistics announced Monday that the highly anticipated January employment data will not be released as scheduled this Friday, citing disruptions from a partial federal government shutdown. The report will be published only after funding is restored.

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UK's Retreat from Contractual Certainty Threatens Its Investment Appeal

The British government's move to retroactively alter leasehold ground rent contracts is undermining a foundational pillar of its investment landscape: trust in the rule of law. This erosion of contractual certainty risks deterring the long-term capital essential for growth, from energy to AI infrastructure.

Business

Porsche's Electric Sports Car Ambitions Stall as Budget Pressures Mount

Under new CEO Michael Leiters, Porsche is reportedly considering axing its planned all-electric 718 Boxster and Cayman line. The potential move, driven by development hurdles and soaring costs, signals a strategic recalibration as the automaker grapples with a sales slowdown in China and the financial weight of revising its EV roadmap.

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France's 2026 Budget Set for Final Approval After Political Showdown

After months of political gridlock and a series of no-confidence votes, France's parliament is poised to adopt the contentious 2026 budget. The survival of Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu's government hinges on Monday's vote, marking a critical juncture for the nation's fiscal and political stability.