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Last update: 8 hours agoAustralia Business: A new NAB survey shows confidence stuck in gloom in April as energy costs tied to the Middle East war squeeze margins, with forward orders and capex sliding and costs rising faster than selling prices. Local Workforce Partnerships: Burnside State High School in Queensland is inviting nearby businesses to plug into training and use its new performing arts facility as a community hub. US Court Case: A West Virginia man pleaded guilty in Pennsylvania to trying to steal six vehicles and to set a business on fire with diesel fuel. Investor Deadlines: Law firms are urging Babcock & Wilcox (BW) investors to act before a June 15 lead-plaintiff deadline in securities litigation. Banking Watch: Bank of Baroda’s CEO says deposit rates are “sticky,” pushing the bank to protect margins by shifting toward fee income and other strategies. Small Business Spotlight: Wilsons Food Hall near Scarborough won a top start-up award, beating thousands of entries. Tech & Work: iHeartMedia reported nearly 10% Q1 revenue growth, but ad softness dragged profits—podcasts grew fast, yet weren’t enough.
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