Japan’s Historic Wage Hike, UK-India Trade Talks, and Gold’s Record Surge

In today's episode, we explore Japan's largest wage increase in 34 years and its potential impact on the economy. We also delve into the UK and India's progress towards a free trade agreement and what it means for both nations. Plus, we analyze the factors behind gold's record-breaking price surge and its implications for the global market. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News. 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