Apple raises Mac and iPad prices worldwide as AI chip demand surges Apple raises Mac and iPad prices worldwide as AI data‑centre demand drives a surge in memory and storage …
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Apple stock plunges 6% as AI-driven component costs force device price hikes
by James Bryantby James BryantApple stock plunges 6% after price hikes on iPad and MacBook; $263bn wiped from market value Apple stock fell 6% on Thursday, June 25, 2026, marking its largest one-day decline …
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DEWA CEO confirms no electricity and water price hikes planned
by James Bryantby James BryantNo Increase Planned for Electricity and Water Prices in Dubai, DEWA CEO Says DEWA CEO Saeed Al Tayer confirms there is no intention to raise electricity and water prices in …
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Fed’s Lisa Cook warns of rising US inflation ready to support rate hikes
by James Bryantby James BryantUS inflation ‘moving in the wrong direction,’ Fed Governor Lisa Cook warns Fed Governor Lisa Cook warns US inflation is moving ‘in the wrong direction’ and says she could back …
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UAE Consumer Protection Association urges complaints over unjustified building materials price hikes
by James Bryantby James BryantBuilding materials prices in UAE prompt consumer complaints as association investigates Emirates Consumer Protection Association reports a rise in building materials prices and urges consumers to submit complaints while suppliers …
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Sri Lanka VAT on digital services to start July 1 as financial services tax rises Sri Lanka will impose VAT on digital services from July 1 and raise the tax …