The UK’s top fintech companies: 2025

CNBC and Statista have identified the top 150 fintechs in the U.K, within London and beyond.
Stock futures are little changed as traders await key Fed rate outlook: Live updates

The key determinant for markets Wednesday is likely to come from the Fed’s quarterly dot plot of economic projections.
CNBC’s The China Connection newsletter: China’s attempt to pivot away from the U.S. starts with this trading hub

There’s little sign that Yiwu merchants will find it attractive to sell to the U.S. again soon.
China’s Baidu sees shares soar 12% as company secures major AI partnership, eyes fresh capital

Chinese tech giant Baidu saw its shares jump over 12% amid signs the company is ramping up its artificial intelligence plans and partnerships.
Amazon CEO Jassy says company is reducing bureaucracy, which is ‘anathema’ to innovation

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said he’s working to root out bureaucracy from within the company’s ranks as part of an effort to reset its culture.
China keeps tight grip on rare earths, costing at least one company ‘millions of euros’

The European Chamber of Commerce in China said that after a pickup in rare-earth export license approvals this summer, members have found it harder to get access.
Images of Trump and Jeffrey Epstein projected on Windsor Castle as U.S. president visits the UK

President Donald Trump for months has faced criticism over a decision by the Justice Department not to release law enforcement files about Jeffrey Epstein.
Japan reports slower-than-expected exports contraction in August, extending decline to fourth month

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Asia markets set to track Wall Street losses as investors await Fed meeting decision

Investors expect the U.S. Federal Reserve to cut interest rates at the end of its two-day meeting Wednesday stateside.
StubHub to price IPO at $23.50, valuing company at $8.6 billion

StubHub is poised to hit the public market after twice delaying its IPO, most recently due to market volatility following President Trump’s sweeping tariffs.