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BRC-Opinium Survey Shows UK Consumer Confidence at Two-Year Low
BRC-Opinium data shows UK consumer confidence at -53, lowest in over two years amid war-driven inflation fears.
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The Qi Turned a Cup of Whole Flowers into $2.9 Million — Then Daymond Took Notice
Lisa Li built The Qi around a single dried flower steeped in hot water — no bags, no blends, no caffeine. She pitched Shark Tank Season 17 at a $2.5 million valuation, watched four Sharks walk out, and closed a deal with Daymond John at $200,000 for 20%. Here's the full story behind the pitch, the product, and a business with 80% margins.
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Unilever in Advanced Talks for Food Spin-Off Merger with McCormick
Unilever eyes spinning off its $32-35bn food unit like Hellmann's into a tax-smart merger with McCormick, giving its shareholders majority control.
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RBI Launches Payments Vision 2028: Shared Fraud Liability, E-Cheques, and Enhanced Cybersecurity
RBI's Payments Vision 2028 sets shared fraud liability, payment toggles, e-cheques, and cyber rules—reshaping fintech compliance.
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UK Retail Sales Volumes Fall 0.4% in February 2026
ONS data shows UK retail sales volumes dropped 0.4% in February 2026 after January's surge, first decline in three months amid consumer caution.
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Pernod Ricard and Brown-Forman Confirm Merger Talks
Pernod Ricard and Brown-Forman confirm merger talks amid spirits slowdown, eyeing a 'merger of equals' that combines Jack Daniel’s with Absolut.
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Estée Lauder in €35-40B Merger Talks with Puig
Estée Lauder in advanced €35-40B merger talks with Puig amid beauty consolidation. Shares react sharply as discussions advance.
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Meta Launches Meta Small Business Initiative to Aid Entrepreneurship and AI Adoption
Meta's company-wide push gives small businesses on its platforms easier AI tools, per Zuckerberg's memo.
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Reliance Jio in Talks With Meta, Google Among 13 Investors to Sell 8% of Individual Stakes Ahead of IPO
Reliance Jio Platforms discusses selling 8% of stakes from 13 investors like Meta and Google pre-IPO, offloading 2.5-3% total shares to help retail buyers.
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JPMorgan-Led Banks Sell $15B Junk Debt for Record $55B Electronic Arts Buyout
Banks sold $15B in junk debt for a $55B EA buyout, drawing $45B orders amid volatility. Shows PE appetite for gaming.
