Business news — September 24, 2026

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1. BusinessTaxTradeEquities

   Sep 24, 2026, 20:17 UTC

   

   U.S. Mortgage Rates Top 7%

   Mortgage interest rates in the United States have surpassed 7%, reaching their highest level in nearly two years. This marks the first time rates have exceeded 7% since January 2025. The average 30-year mortgage rate has risen significantly, impacting the housing market and causing concern among homeowners and potential buyers.

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2. BusinessEuropeReal Estate

   Sep 24, 2026, 16:52 UTC

   Swedish House Sales

   Several houses in Sweden have recently been sold at varying prices. A 168 sqm house in Värmlands Nysäter was bought for 500,000 SEK, while a 106 sqm house in Kil fetched 1,650,000 SEK. In Grums, a 114 sqm house from 1972 sold for 1,565,000 SEK. A 165 sqm chain house in Karlstad was sold for 4,990,000 SEK. The same price of 1,650,000 SEK was paid for a house in Kil. Other sales include a 97 sqm house in Skåpafors for 550,000 SEK and an 115 sqm detached house in Arvika for 1,050,000 SEK.

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3. BusinessTradeSoftwareHardware

   Sep 24, 2026, 15:44 UTC

   

   McDonald's Expands Chicken Menu to Boost Sales Amid Beef Price Hike

   McDonald's is focusing on chicken to attract customers and boost sales, as beef prices soar. The fast-food giant aims to increase its global chicken market share by 1.5 percentage points by 2030, without compromising its beef burger sales leadership.

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4. BusinessBudgetTrade

   Sep 24, 2026, 14:34 UTC

   Wall Street Opens Lower, Dow Down, Nasdaq Up

   The U.S. stock market opened lower on Tuesday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) down 0.34% and the Nasdaq Composite up 0.45%. The DJIA was trading at around 51,324.21 points, while the Nasdaq was at approximately 26,726.75 points. The S&P 500 was also down, losing 0.49% to trade at around 7,666.77 points.

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5. BusinessBudget

   Sep 24, 2026, 13:24 UTC

   

   Morgan Stanley's Confidential Deal List Accidentally Leaked

   Over 100 confidential investment deals, primarily in Asia, were accidentally leaked by a Morgan Stanley employee. The list included potential IPOs, private equity backers, pension funds, and paused projects. Morgan Stanley has taken steps to address the disclosure.

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6. BusinessTax

   Sep 24, 2026, 11:11 UTC

   

   Fuel Shortages in France: One in Five Stations Affected

   Nearly 20% of French fuel stations are currently experiencing shortages, with diesel and gasoline in short supply. Motorists are panic-buying, leading to long queues and temporary closures of some stations. The government assures that national supplies are guaranteed for the next two months, but prices continue to rise due to international factors such as Middle East conflicts and reduced exports.

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7. BusinessBudget

   Sep 24, 2026, 08:58 UTC

   Russia Unveils Draft Budget for 2027-2029

   The Russian government has presented a draft federal budget for 2027-2029, with an annual deficit of around 2% of GDP. Key aspects include doubling insurance pensions in 2027, allocating 10 trillion rubles for birth rate measures, and prioritizing defense and security spending. The budget also proposes tax reforms, including unifying the taxation of citizens' incomes and introducing a customs fee for foreign parcels.

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8. BusinessTradeLogisticsCommodities

   Sep 24, 2026, 05:17 UTC

   

   Turkish Airlines Orders Up to 150 Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft

   Turkish Airlines has finalized an order for up to 150 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, consisting of 100 firm orders and 50 options. The deal, valued at $16 billion, was finalized in the presence of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and former U.S. President Donald Trump. The aircraft are expected to be delivered between 2033 and 2037, primarily strengthening domestic and international short and medium-haul flights.

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9. BusinessTradeMarketsEquities

   Sep 24, 2026, 02:22 UTC

   Hang Seng Index Breaches 25,000 Points; Heavy Selling Pressure on Mainland Financial Stocks

   The Hang Seng Index breached 25,000 points, falling over 250 points to touch 24,836 points, with the tech index also breaching 4,400 points. Mainland financial stocks faced heavy selling pressure, with Ping An, ICBC, and China Life all down 1%. Individual property and consumer stocks rose.

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10. BusinessTaxMarketing

    Sep 24, 2026, 01:52 UTC

    

    McDonald's Unveils $8.5 Billion Plan to Revitalize Restaurants and Boost Sales

    McDonald's has announced a $8.5 billion investment over the next decade to revitalize its restaurants, improve food quality, and enhance customer experience. The plan, dubbed 'McDonald's Next', includes modernizing restaurant design, implementing new technology like AI and delivery lockers, and expanding menu options with healthier choices such as grilled chicken sandwiches and high-protein items. The company aims to boost sales and attract more customers by improving execution and simplifying operations.

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