Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favorite stories in this weekly newsletter. Activist investor Starboard Value has proposed ending Murdoch family control of News Corp, targeting the family’s outsized voting weight at the media group. The proposal aims to eliminate the dual-class share structure that gives the Murdoch family control of 41% of the voting power at News Corp, sparking debate over the future leadership and ownership of the company.
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US inflation fell more than expected to 2.8% in February
US inflation fell to 2.8% in February, below expectations, prompting speculation of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts amid slowing economic growth. President Trump's tariffs have caused uncertainty and market volatility, with concerns over potential inflationary impacts. The Bank of Canada also cut rates due to trade tensions, while sectors like medical care and used cars saw price increases in February. Full Article
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