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  • Prince William tells John Cleese his kids have just discovered Fawlty Towers | Ents & Arts News

    Prince William tells John Cleese his kids have just discovered Fawlty Towers | Ents & Arts News

    Prince William wasn’t close to being born when Fawlty Towers first aired – but now even his children have fallen in love with it.

    The Prince of Wales, 43, revealed his kids’ love of the classic British sitcom – which first aired in…

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  • Perth Stadium make biggest food donation after two-day Ashes Test

    Perth Stadium make biggest food donation after two-day Ashes Test

    (Reuters) – While England’s quick collapse in the first Ashes Test deprived cricket fans of hours of live action, for many Western Australians it proved to be a boon, after the Perth Stadium donated hundreds of…

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  • European business schools gain from US pain

    European business schools gain from US pain

    President Donald Trump’s attacks on US universities have opened up a rare opportunity for European business schools to attract talent once bound for elite American campuses.

    The continent is drawing students and faculty from around the world who are unsettled by political turbulence in the US and the Trump administration’s policies, deans say. Washington has cut research funding and tightened student and work visa rules, while proposing limits on diversity programmes and international enrolments.

    A “Trump bump” has been felt from Barcelona to Berlin. Reasons vary but overall applications to European business schools excluding the UK rose 11 per cent this year, while those to US programmes slipped by 1 per cent, according to the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC). UK schools have seen a sharp slowdown in international enrolments after the British government introduced visa changes.

    European business school deans say that among the increased numbers they are attracting more students deterred from study in the US, including from other European countries, America and China. High tuition fees and doubts around post-graduation work options have also weakened the appeal of the US.

    The GMAC survey, conducted between June and August 2025, came before uncertainty around recent visa policy changes, which analysts say could weigh more heavily on US demand in the months ahead. The proposed $100,000 H-1B work visa fee initially caused alarm, but the US government later confirmed that it will not apply to international students already in the country switching from F-1 study visas.

    Applications to US business schools dipped slightly amid political turbulence and policy changes under President Trump © Andrew Harnik/Getty Images

    Even before President Trump’s return to power, the prospect of a second term was enough to sway some prospective students. Luis Dominguez, a Mexican former consultant who had MBA offers in the US from Dartmouth College and Georgetown University, opted instead for HEC Paris last year.  

    “I would have hated to study in the US if Trump was president,” Dominguez says, pointing to visa uncertainty and the president’s barbs against universities, including Harvard. The president’s pushback against diversity programmes also hit home for Dominguez, who is part of the LGBT+ community and worked on diversity initiatives at his former employer, EY. “It feels scary to think of being in the US right now during this war against DEI,” he says. 

    For French schools, the influx has brought new pressures. “It was a very competitive environment in France [this year]. There was aggressive discounting and students shopping around,” says Mark Smith, dean of programmes at EMLyon Business School. The school’s intake levelled off this year at 1,500 masters students after an admissions season in which applications rose but conversion rates dipped, flattening growth.

    To the south in Italy, Milan’s Polimi Graduate School of Management saw student numbers rise 20 per cent this year. “We are seeing a clear shift: Europeans are more interested in staying in Europe than before,” says Sergio Terzi, associate dean for international relations, linking the change to waning enthusiasm for US study options.

    Europe’s business school origins go back to the 1800s, but the US has long defined modern business education, pioneering the MBA and case-study method. That hierarchy is now under strain. “The US was a lighthouse — but less and less,” Terzi adds. 

    Luis Dominguez, a Mexican former consultant, had MBA offers from good US schools but chose HEC Paris © Magali Delporte, for the FT

    The latest Business of Branding survey by education consultancy CarringtonCrisp shows the world’s largest economy slipping to third place among preferred study destinations, behind the UK and Germany.

    “The US is expensive, that’s the issue,” says Andrew Crisp, the British consultancy’s owner. “You might in the past have said it’s affordable because I’ll get a good job in the States and the salaries help me repay that. If that is not possible, the maths changes.” 

    The cooling US job market has made it harder to secure high-paying roles, raising fresh questions about the investment case for an American MBA.

    “Historically, the top seven US MBA programmes have been the most preferred options because of their career outcomes and the enduring appeal of the American dream,” says US-based admissions consultant Stacy Blackman, noting that European graduates earn less on average, even as top schools edge closer to US pay levels. 


    Fresh competition from other regions is also growing. According to GMAC, overseas applications rose 26 per cent in India this year, and 42 per cent across east and south-east Asia.

    Among those looking beyond the US is Jackie Dong, a Chinese MBA student at Germany’s ESMT Berlin, who previously studied in Boston and Los Angeles. She was discouraged from returning to the US by the political climate and growing unease over the treatment of Chinese students. US secretary of state Marco Rubio has pledged to “aggressively” revoke Chinese student visas.

    FT European Business Schools Ranking

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    This is an early article from the 2025 European Business Schools ranking and report publishing on December 1

    “The US-China relationship has become increasingly tense,” Dong says. “The US is scrutinising international students more closely, because of their so-called political activity, or simply for being Chinese and seen as an outsider. They might even think you’re a spy.” 

    Some Americans are also looking at options outside the US. “We’ve observed a steady increase in US students opting to study in Europe, many citing the open, more international environment as a key factor,” says Marc Badia, deputy dean of Iese Business School in Barcelona. Iese’s MBA intake rose by a fifth to 421 students last year, a level the school has maintained, with 88 per cent of the class international.

    Rising interest does not always translate into enrolments. Nalisha Patel, regional director for Europe at GMAC, says: “We see the increase in applications, but it will be interesting to see what that means in terms of bums on seats.” 

    Even so, the trend prompts the question of whether the centre of gravity in business education is starting to shift eastward from the US.

    David Bach, president of IMD in Switzerland, says turning the recent surge in demand into lasting market share will require Europe to boost its economic competitiveness, a gap that has long persisted with the US. “If that happens, then indeed this could be a real structural [re]alignment in global management education,” he says. 

    Even so, Bach, who spent several years at Yale, says Europe’s progress rests on foundations laid by the US. “It’s actually an opportunity because European institutions and those elsewhere have become quite strong,” he says. “We’ve grown up.”

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  • Should You Reconsider AMD as AI Chip Demand Fuels a 77% Rally in 2025?

    Should You Reconsider AMD as AI Chip Demand Fuels a 77% Rally in 2025?

    • Wondering if Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is really worth the buzz? You are not alone, and digging into the stock’s valuation could reveal some surprises.

    • AMD’s share price has soared an impressive 77.6% year-to-date despite some choppiness, including a 4.2% dip over the past week and a 17.5% pullback in the last month.

    • Much of this recent volatility comes in the wake of industry news about surging demand for AI-focused chips, as well as chip supply chain developments grabbing headlines. These factors have sparked lively debates about whether AMD’s growth story is only just getting started or if the stock is becoming riskier for new investors.

    • Right now, AMD scores 2 out of 6 on our undervaluation checks, meaning there is more to explore in how investors are thinking about fair value. We will compare several valuation methods next, and stick around because we will show you an even better way to evaluate what the market may be missing.

    Advanced Micro Devices scores just 2/6 on our valuation checks. See what other red flags we found in the full valuation breakdown.

    A Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) model estimates what a company is worth by taking its expected future cash flows and discounting them back to today’s value. For Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), this involves projecting the company’s future free cash flow (FCF) and determining the present value of that stream of cash.

    Currently, AMD generates $5.6 billion in free cash flow. Analysts predict strong growth over the coming years, projecting FCF to rise to $30.9 billion by 2029. The projection extends over the next decade, with Simply Wall St extrapolating AMD’s FCF up to $79.8 billion by 2035. Analyst estimates are more concentrated in the upcoming five years, with the remainder of projections based on continuing trends.

    Based on the DCF model, AMD’s intrinsic value is assessed at $397.54 per share. This is about 46.1% higher than its current market price, which may suggest the stock is significantly undervalued according to cash flow projections.

    Result: UNDERVALUED

    Our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis suggests Advanced Micro Devices is undervalued by 46.1%. Track this in your watchlist or portfolio, or discover 926 more undervalued stocks based on cash flows.

    AMD Discounted Cash Flow as at Nov 2025

    Head to the Valuation section of our Company Report for more details on how we arrive at this Fair Value for Advanced Micro Devices.

    The Price-to-Earnings (PE) ratio is a widely used valuation metric for profitable companies like Advanced Micro Devices because it measures how much investors are willing to pay for each dollar of company earnings. For established tech businesses, the PE ratio helps capture both current profitability and future growth expectations in a single number.

    A higher PE ratio typically reflects optimism about stronger earnings growth, while a lower PE can indicate either lower growth prospects or higher perceived risk. Comparing a company’s PE to its industry average and similar peers can help gauge whether it is trading at a premium or discount. However, this does not account for company-specific factors such as margin strength or risk profile.

    Currently, AMD’s PE ratio is 111.4x, substantially above the semiconductor industry average of 35.8x and its peer group average of 65.4x. Simply Wall St’s proprietary “Fair Ratio” provides another perspective by estimating what a reasonable PE should be for AMD, taking into account the company’s earnings growth, industry dynamics, profit margins, market capitalization, and specific risk factors. For AMD, the Fair Ratio is calculated at 63.3x. This tailored measure is considered more precise than straightforward industry or peer comparisons because it reflects key fundamentals and the unique risk profile of AMD today.

    Comparing AMD’s actual PE ratio (111.4x) to its Fair Ratio (63.3x) indicates that AMD’s shares are trading richly relative to what would be considered fair value given its profile and prospects.

    Result: OVERVALUED

    NasdaqGS:AMD PE Ratio as at Nov 2025
    NasdaqGS:AMD PE Ratio as at Nov 2025

    PE ratios tell one story, but what if the real opportunity lies elsewhere? Discover 1434 companies where insiders are betting big on explosive growth.

    Earlier, we mentioned there is an even better way to understand valuation, so let’s introduce you to Narratives. A Narrative is a story investors construct about a company’s future, combining not only their estimates for revenue, profit margins, and fair value, but also the “why” behind those numbers. This reflects unique perspectives on industry trends, leadership, and risks beyond what a spreadsheet can capture.

    Narratives link a company’s story to its projected financials and ultimately its fair value, transforming cold data into a living outlook you can actually test. On Simply Wall St’s Community page, millions of investors use these Narratives daily. No complex financial modeling is required, making them a smart, user-friendly tool for all levels of experience.

    What makes Narratives especially powerful is that they update dynamically as new information comes in, like earnings surprises or shifting AI regulations. This helps you see instantly how the story and fair value change in real time. You can compare your Narrative’s fair value with the share price to decide whether it’s time to buy or sell.

    For example, recent Narratives for Advanced Micro Devices range from a bullish view with a fair value of $230 per share, pricing in surging AI adoption and significant margin expansion, to a more cautious take at $136, highlighting export risks and margin challenges. Wherever you fall, Narratives help you anchor your decisions in your own perspective, not just the latest headline.

    For Advanced Micro Devices, here are previews of two leading Advanced Micro Devices Narratives:

    🐂 Advanced Micro Devices Bull Case

    Fair Value: $276.76

    Undervalued by: 22.7%

    Revenue Growth Forecast: 32.9%

    • Analyst consensus is that AMD has substantial tailwinds in AI, data centers, and adaptive computing. Recent partnerships and product momentum are boosting future prospects.

    • Rising analyst price targets reflect optimism. However, potential challenges include regulatory risk, competition from Nvidia, and integrating acquisitions like Xilinx.

    • Estimated fair value is significantly above today’s share price. Achieving this value requires strong revenue and margin expansion to materialize amid execution and macro risks.

    🐻 Advanced Micro Devices Bear Case

    Fair Value: $193.68

    Overvalued by: 10.6%

    Revenue Growth Forecast: 18.8%

    • AMD’s growth in CPUs, GPUs, and AI chips drives its promise, but it still faces strong competition from Nvidia and Intel, as well as cyclical and macroeconomic risks in the semiconductor sector.

    • Execution challenges, reliance on external manufacturers like TSMC, and geopolitical issues present meaningful near-term threats to growth and profitability.

    • The narrative suggests the current market price may reflect over-optimism, especially if AMD cannot capitalize on projected AI and data center opportunities as swiftly or profitably as markets expect.

    Do you think there’s more to the story for Advanced Micro Devices? Head over to our Community to see what others are saying!

    NasdaqGS:AMD Community Fair Values as at Nov 2025
    NasdaqGS:AMD Community Fair Values as at Nov 2025

    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.

    Companies discussed in this article include AMD.

    Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team@simplywallst.com

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  • Pakistan jail authorities deny rumors of Imran Khan’s transfer from Rawalpindi’s Adiala jail – Arab News

    1. Pakistan jail authorities deny rumors of Imran Khan’s transfer from Rawalpindi’s Adiala jail  Arab News
    2. PTI lawmakers to protest outside IHC, Adiala Jail  Dawn
    3. Is Imran Khan Dead? Speculation And Rumours Flood The Internet  NDTV
    4. Where is Imran…

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  • Pool Report on tonight’s Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Game

    The Pool Report interview was conducted by Andrew Schlecht (The Athletic) with Crew Chief Josh Tiven following tonight’s Minnesota at Oklahoma City Game.

    November 26, 2025

     

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  • Effect of Serplulimab in Combination with Neoadjuvant Chemoradiotherap

    Effect of Serplulimab in Combination with Neoadjuvant Chemoradiotherap

    Introduction

    Globally, colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second most common cause of cancer-related death and the third most common cancer.1–3 This disease burden is most noticeable in China,4–6 where 517,000 newly diagnosed cases of CRC…

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  • BMW Z4 bows out with a slick Final Edition for 2026

    BMW Z4 bows out with a slick Final Edition for 2026

    • BMW will end Z4 production in March 2026, with a limited-order Final Edition available from late January.
    • The Z4 Final Edition adds exclusive Frozen Matt Black paint, Shadowline trim and red interior stitching.
    • Pricing for the Final Edition…

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  • Key differences between Kirin 9030 and 9030 Pro revealed

    Key differences between Kirin 9030 and 9030 Pro revealed

    Yesterday, Huawei announced its Mate 80 series devices alongside the Mate X7 foldable, and all five devices are equipped with its new Kirin 9030 series chipsets. We say chipsets because there are two versions of the SoC – a vanilla Kirin…

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