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Government uses majority in Commons to remove peers’ amendments to legislation
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A look at whether the Norwegian sovereign wealth fund should add private equity to its mandate
Beware of analysts bearing acronyms
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Peers back amendments aimed at ensuring legislation complies with domestic and international law
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Glut of key metal for electric car batteries predicted to last until 2028
African state steps up pressure on exchanges as it tries to halt speculation on naira
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