Business World National Culture Lifestyle Travel Opinion Cover Stories Leaders About Contact
LifestyleESTA Fee Rises 35 Cents to $40.62, and an Approval Generally Lasts Up to Two Years

An approved ESTA application costs $40.62 from 16 October 2026, up from $40.27, and generally stays valid for up to two years or until the passport expires.

30 October 2026
01 NationalMicrosoft Prices $25 Billion in Senior Notes Maturing 2028 to 20661 hour ago 02 BusinessInside the Early Build of Crystal Rose Intimates, Monique Lester’s Lingerie Brand26 Sep 2026 03 BusinessFed Holds Rates at 3.75% to 4% as Cook and Hammack Dissent for a Hike5 hours ago 04 WorldEU-Mercosur Interim Trade Deal to Apply From 1 May 2026, Ahead of Parliament’s Consent1 day ago

International Business Weekly: global business, markets, world news and the leaders behind them

Top Stories

All business
The CoverDecember 2024 Issue

Art Lewin

Bespoke is the go-to brand for luxury custom suits in Los Angeles.

Inside the craftsmanship behind Southern California’s leading bespoke tailor, and the more than 35 years of work that built it.

Also on the cover
International Business Weekly cover: Ana-Maria Ciubota
Ana-Maria CiubotaMarch 2025 · Celebrating women’s wisdom: five principles from strong women

Features

All features

Around The World

See all world

Latest Stories

CBAM Certificates Priced From EU ETS Auctions Come Due for Surrender in 2027
BusinessCBAM Certificates Priced From EU ETS Auctions Come Due for Surrender in 2027

Importers of listed EU-bound goods will buy CBAM certificates priced from EU ETS auctions, with the first surrender due in 2027.

12 days ago
Faber Halts UK Supply of Sally Rooney’s Books Under Palestine Action Ban
CultureFaber Halts UK Supply of Sally Rooney’s Books Under Palestine Action Ban

Faber says current UK legislation has led to circumstances where it cannot pass UK earnings to Sally Rooney, so it has stopped supplying her books in the UK in any…

13 days ago
Zach Bryan’s 2027 Tour: 23 Stadium Shows, Six in Australia, Presales From 21 October
CelebrityZach Bryan’s 2027 Tour: 23 Stadium Shows, Six in Australia, Presales From 21 October

Zach Bryan announced 23 shows in 19 stadiums for 2027, with artist presales from 21 October and six Australian dates in December.

13 days ago
What Treasury’s Higher Borrowing Estimate Means for Steady Coupon and FRN Auction Sizes
NationalWhat Treasury’s Higher Borrowing Estimate Means for Steady Coupon and FRN Auction Sizes

The Treasury estimates its borrowing needs each quarter and sells notes, bonds and bills at scheduled auctions, and more supply generally leads to higher interest rates.

14 days ago
Penfolds Magill Estate Wins Two Stars in South Australia’s First Michelin Guide
LifestylePenfolds Magill Estate Wins Two Stars in South Australia’s First Michelin Guide

Penfolds Magill Estate earned two stars as Michelin revealed its first South Australia selection in Adelaide on 14 October, with 16 Bib Gourmands.

14 days ago
IMF raises 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1% and sees 3.4% in 2027
BusinessIMF raises 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1% and sees 3.4% in 2027

The IMF's October 2026 World Economic Outlook, released in Bangkok on 13 October, puts global inflation at 4.7% and assumes oil averages $96 a barrel.

15 days ago
HBO orders a Crazy Rich Asians drama that picks up after the 2018 film
CelebrityHBO orders a Crazy Rich Asians drama that picks up after the 2018 film

HBO's eight-episode drama continues the 2018 Crazy Rich Asians film with its original cast, while the premiere date and plot details remain unannounced.

15 days ago
Kim Jones announces London label made mostly in Japan, with Hong Kong store due in 2027
CelebrityKim Jones announces London label made mostly in Japan, with Hong Kong store due in 2027

Kim Jones announced on 12 October 2026 a London-based label with most production in Japan, an online launch in 2027 and a Hong Kong store.

15 days ago

More from this month

Stay ahead on global businessThe IBW newsletter, every week
Sign up