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Wizz Air reported an 8.5% increase in passenger numbers for January, carrying 5.35 million travelers and achieving a load factor of 84.4%, while AG Barr acquired Fentimans and Frobishers to adapt to declining alcohol consumption. The company anticipates a 4% revenue increase to £437 million, and Riverford also saw a 6% rise in sales to £117 million in the organic market. Additionally, Donald Trump announced the establishment of a $12 billion critical mineral reserve to reduce reliance on China, amid concerns from UK executives about high energy costs affecting American investment.