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Thousands demand lower rents at Barcelona demo
Thousands demand lower rents at Barcelona demo
Business and Economy
by  AFP

Thousands of protesters marched through Barcelona on Saturday demanding lower rents in Spain's second city. Barcelona, which has already taken action to stop the spread of holiday rental apartments, is the latest Spanish city to see protests for cheaper housing.

Scott Bessent a credible, safe pick for Treasury: experts
Scott Bessent a credible, safe pick for Treasury: experts
Business and Economy
by  AFP

Hedge fund manager Scott Bessent is a credible, safe choice for US Treasury secretary -- and one that is likely positive for markets -- observers said Saturday following President-elect Donald Trump's highly anticipated nomination. "Scott Bessent is a credible, mainstream pick for Treasury Secretary," said Jason Furman, a professor at Harvard University and former top White House economic adviser.