Uber to Acquire SpotHero; Woodside Energy Reports $2.72 Billion Profit Amid EU Trade Deal Pause
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Uber Technologies will acquire SpotHero to enhance in-app parking reservations, expected to close in H1 2026. Woodside Energy reported a $2.72 billion profit, despite a 24% decrease year-over-year. The EU has paused its trade deal with the U.S. due to a new import tariff, leading to economic projection uncertainties.
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Feb 25, 2026, 6:13 AM