CNBC Daily Open: Leadership challenge swirls around Starmer
By Leonie Kidd
Published on May 8, 2026.
The UK's Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, is under pressure following his party losing control of major councils across the country. A survey by Bank of America has found that around 40% of fans are betting on France winning the FIFA World Cup, while Microsoft's Copilot artificial intelligence tool is backing Spain.
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