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Economists revise forecasts for 2021 US GDP growth sharply higher
The high likelihood that Democrats in the US Senate will get their $1. 9trn fiscal stimulus proposal through the US Congress has seen economists revise their forecasts for economic growth in 2021 sharply higher.
AstraZeneca vaccine reportedly effective against Brazilian Covid-19 strain
The Covid-19 vaccine developed by AstraZeneca and the University of Oxford does protect against the new strain of the virus detected in the South American, the results of a study conducted by Oxford researchers showed.
Aston Martin to build its electric sports cars in UK from 2025
Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings will make its new electric sportscars in Britain from 2025.
Heathrow, TUC call on govt for aviation support package - report
Britain’s Trades Union Congress and Heathrow airport have called for government support to cover costs while travel bans remain in place.
Pearson holds dividend as it plans to target consumers directly
Educational publisher Pearson maintained its dividend as it delivered lower annual profits offset by a rise in online learning, reflecting school closures during the Covid-19 pandemic, and said it would refocus the business towards a direct-to-consumer model.
Brent futures spring higher after attack on key Saudi oil facility
Crude oil futures sprang higher at the start of the week following an attack on Saudi Arabia's largest crude terminal at Ras Tanura.