Walmart becomes first retailer to hit $1tn market value
The milestone reflects the US retail giant’s booming e-commerce business and investors’ embrace of its AI investments. Read More
One million people miss HMRC tax return deadline
The UK’s tax authority says 27,456 people filed in the final hour before the cut-off at the end of Saturday. Read More
Disney names Josh D’Amaro as new chief executive
The media giant chooses the head of its amusement park business to replace longtime boss Bob Iger. Read More
Stop watching Netflix and go to the pub, Welsh first minister says
Eluned Morgan said her government can’t be expected “to step in and do the work” to save struggling pubs. Read More
EU has ‘open mind’ on UK customs union debate, says commissioner
Valdis Dombrovskis says the EU is willing to engage with Britain amid mounting global uncertainty. Read More
PepsiCo to cut some US snack prices after backlash
The snack conglomerate is cutting the price of products including Doritos, Cheetos and Lays Read More
Irn-Bru maker AG Barr buys two rival brands in £50m deal
The company said the two brands reflect the consumer’s switch from alcoholic beverages to “adult soft drinks”. Read More
The Chinese planemaker taking on Boeing and Airbus
Comac’s passenger jet is attracting customers in South East Asia where demand for affordable aircraft is growing. Read More
No defect found in switch of jet grounded by Air India – regulator
The Boeing 787-8 jet was grounded after a pilot reported a possible issue with the fuel control switch. Read More
Hope and uncertainty as India and US strike long-delayed trade deal
Indian industry has welcomed lower tariffs, but experts caution against celebration until details are clearer. Read More