Odey claims watchdog was under ‘political pressure’ before banning him
Hedge fund boss was barred from sector over response to allegations of sexual harassment and assault
This is what a proper Brexit looks like
Prosperity and security will be driven by removing unnecessary barriers that hold businesses back
American brands have lost their cool
As boycotts spread, the US is discovering the price of being politically unpopular
Gold and silver deepen historic slump
Losses in precious metals follow record-breaking rally
Götterdämmerung marks an electrifying climax for La Scala’s Ring cycle
British conductor Alexander Soddy took the final part of Milan’s new Wagner production to exhilarating heights
Russian captain guilty of manslaughter after North Sea collision
Vladimir Motin on duty when his vessel hit tanker carrying fuel for US military
Oil tumbles as US-Iran tensions ease
Energy prices reverse recent gains on easing geopolitical concerns and warmer weather outlook
Trump says US to cut India tariffs after Modi agrees halt to Russian oil imports
President claims New Delhi will buy more than $500bn of American goods
US-Iran talks expected in coming days, diplomats say
Regional powers brokering meeting in bid to avert new conflict in Middle East
Xi’s ominous purge of his top general
President’s power play bodes badly whether it is a sign of strength or weakness
Human connection still needed in credit investing
AI is a natural technology for the industry, but traders and investors still need to stress-test strategies with experts
This Rembrandt lion could make art market history — with help from Jeremy Irons
The artist’s deft, arresting sketch is set to make at least $15mn for a wild cat charity
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China is the main beneficiary of Trump’s Arctic antics
As the US redeploys its navy and alienates allies, Beijing is filling the void
Castel Group’s chief in limbo amid bitter feud with controlling family
Holding company claims that resolutions to oust leadership at shareholder meeting had not been ‘validly’ passed
US to launch $12bn critical minerals stockpile to counter China’s dominance
US Export-Import Bank will provide $10bn in debt financing for effort named Project Vault
EU struggling to diversify critical minerals supply, warns report
European Court of Auditors says bloc’s raw materials policy rests on ‘incomplete foundations’
Bondholders prepare to sue Ethiopia over $1bn debt default
Private-sector lenders say official creditors led by China and France have ‘unreasonably’ blocked a deal
Monetary Policy Radar preview: BoE’s February meeting
The FT’s guide on what to look out for at Thursday’s session
The melting of North America’s ancient ice roads
Climate change is threatening traditions and livelihoods in the US Midwest and Canada
Norway’s elite engulfed by Epstein scandal
Crown princess and a former prime minister are among those mentioned in new files released on Friday
Epstein asked for Snow White costume weeks before Jes Staley email
Former Barclays chief has insisted he had no recollection of what Disney character reference was about
Can the Midwest stop Maga?
Republicans in Indiana stood up to Trump and business has voiced its revulsion at ICE killings in Minnesota
Mandelson leaked sensitive UK government tax plans to Epstein
Keir Starmer orders inquiry into former business secretary’s conduct during his time as minister