Global markets are reacting sharply today as **oil prices surged and equity markets tumbled** following President Trump’s escalated rhetoric against Iran, threatening further strikes. The President’s stark warning to bring Iran ‘back to the Stone Age’ signals a significant intensification of tensions in the Middle East. Critically, the absence of any detailed strategy for de-escalation […]

This is a significant and potentially disruptive policy shift, indicating a strong move by the US administration to exert pressure on certain parts of the pharmaceutical industry. Let’s break down the implications: 1. **What’s Affected:** * **Branded/Patented Medicines:** The 100% tariffs would apply to *non-generic* pharmaceuticals imported into the US. This typically includes innovative, high-cost

**JLR Sees Sales Recovery Following Cyber Attack** Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is reporting a recovery in sales following a cyber attack that had previously disrupted its operations. Production at the automaker’s UK plants in Solihull, Halewood, and near Wolverhampton fully restarted in October, contributing to the rebound.