Gilts rebounded from earlier losses on Monday afternoon, and Novo Nordisk is suing US telehealth company Hims & Hers over ‘knock-off’ versions of its weight-loss drugs. Plus, France’s central bank chief is stepping down early, and US senators are pushing proposals to lift bank deposit insurance limits to avoid another Silicon Valley Bank debacle.

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Gilts stabilise after cabinet voices support for Keir Starmer

Novo Nordisk sues Hims & Hers over copycat weight-loss drugs

Novo Nordisk faces more gloom from price cuts in crowded anti-obesity drugs market

French central bank governor to step down early

Can the US crack the formula for ending bank runs?

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