Countries agree to record release of emergency oil reserves as prices surge
The G7 group of nations welcomes the idea of releasing oil in response to the surge in prices since the US-Israel war with Iran began Read More
Mortgage rates rise and deals pulled over Iran war turmoil
Average mortgage rates hit highest since last August in the biggest upheaval since the mini-Budget. Read More
A small US grocer is calling out the lower prices at big chains
It is ‘impossible for us to compete’, says the boss of a New York grocery store. Read More
Fuel tax hike plan to be kept under review over Iran, says PM
Fuel duty on petrol and diesel is due to rise from September, when a 5p cut is phased out. Read More
Wildlife to replace historical figures on banknotes – and you get a say
The public will help choose which animals and birds will appear on the Bank of England’s new notes. Read More
The Aldi-style disruptors who could be about to shake up the vets market
As pet owners complain of rising prices, independent practices want to take on the big chains. Read More
Iran war cost will be passed to consumers, shipping giant boss tells BBC
Maersk chief executive Vincent Clerc has called on the US, Israel and Iran to reach “some kind of deal”. Read More
US inflation stable ahead of Iran shock
With energy prices jumping, analysts say the report might be viewed as a “historical artefact”. Read More
Meta buys ‘social media network for AI’ Moltbook
The forum-style app has sparked interest by showing how AI bots interact without human involvement. Read More
‘Investing in people’: Can China’s new push to boost spending revive the economy?
Beijing has spent decades relying on exports and innovation but that model is now under strain. Read More