As it happened: FTSE 100 recovers after oil surge dampens mood; Strikes in the Strait of Hormuz Markets Welcome back to the Morning Wire liveblog. Oil prices are marching higher after the latest wave of military action in the Middle East following the US reinstating its blockade on imports from Iran. Brent crude – the international benchmark for oil prices – surged above $84 per barrel on Tuesday, bringing gains for the week [...]
Donald Trump’s golf course in Scotland makes 11th consecutive loss Business Donald Trump’s golf course in Aberdeenshire has maintained its positive outlook despite making a loss for an 11th consecutive year. Trump International Scotland has reported a pre-tax loss of £1.4m for 2023, having also lost £738,344 in the prior 12 months. The widening loss comes despite its turnover rising from £3.59m to £37.4m over the [...]