Business

Ford is reportedly preparing a lifted, all-wheel-drive Mustang called the Baja to bring desert racing capability to a wider audience. Here's what we know.

Polestar is banned from US sales in 2027 due to Chinese ties, but Volvo got approval. The automaker demands answers over 'disparate treatment' in a case that raises trade policy questions.

NITI Aayog's new report reveals that 8.7 crore young Indians are outside education and work, proposing a radical overhaul of the country's skilling strategy to bridge the gap between education and employment.

Thorne Island, a 2.49-acre private island off the Welsh coast, is for sale at £3m. It features a Grade II-listed fort, off-grid systems, and hotel permission.

Economists see the RBI holding rates in October despite hawkish minutes, with a possible hike in December or later depending on inflation data and global risks.

Whanganui's rents are less affordable than Auckland's despite lower prices, as household incomes lag 25% behind the national average. The post-Covid surge has left the market stagnant.

New research shows the Endangered Species Act has reduced US housing permits by 10% annually since 1980, costing nearly 9 million units and driving up prices.

The EIA now expects 600,000 bpd of Middle East oil to stay offline through 2027, even as most production recovers. Brent prices are forecast to average $85 in Q3.

On International Youth Day 2026, new data shows 75% of Indian employers plan to hire freshers, with e-commerce, retail, and manufacturing leading the recovery while IT and consulting see declines.

OtoFX launches commission-free accounts to simplify trading costs and boost transparency for retail forex and CFD traders.

India's Maharashtra state is making a strategic play to become a leading global destination for business events, conferences, and luxury weddings.

Fairmont International School Vietnam opens in Hanoi, bringing a 70-year U.S. education legacy to Southeast Asia. The school offers Common Core and AP pathways, with 94% of graduates accepted into top U.S. universities.

BP's quarterly profits more than doubled to $5.73 billion as the Middle East crisis drives oil prices higher. New CEO Meg O'Neill signals a strategic overhaul.

Nearly eight in 10 UAE professionals are handling tasks beyond their job descriptions, with 73% using AI to cope. The trend offers lessons for Namibia's workforce as digital transformation accelerates.

Indian-origin entrepreneurs in the UK have built businesses worth over £1.8 billion combined, offering lessons in innovation, resilience, and economic reform for Namibia.

The US Federal Reserve's latest rate freeze signals potential hikes ahead. For Namibia, this means higher mortgage costs. Here's how to protect your finances.

Former 'Fixer Upper' carpenter Clint Harp reveals he was never paid as an actor on the show, exposing the financial realities behind reality TV and raising questions about fair compensation in the media economy.

Which? study finds Aldi and Lidl own-brand baked beans beat Heinz in blind taste test, costing over 200% less while scoring higher on flavor.

Australia keeps its 2027 international student cap at 295,000 despite a visa slowdown. Higher fees and stricter rules reshape the sector. A data-driven analysis.

India’s higher education enrolment hits record high, with women now outnumbering men. Arts remains the top undergraduate stream, and distance education is expanding access.