Royal Mail misses delivery targets again but hails ‘encouraging’ signs
The struggling firm said it had improved its performance but missed regulator-set delivery targets. Read More
UK borrows more than expected in July as Healey prepares for first Budget
Chancellor John Healey said the government is ‘committed to meeting our fiscal rules’ Read More
How much could Trump’s ‘economic D-Day’ hurt Iran?
Iran has so far proved adept at finding ways around years of already punishing sanctions on its economy. Read More
Stifling heat and broken toilets: TUI River Cruise passengers tell of their holiday hell
Holidaymakers tell the BBC they paid for luxury breaks but faulty air conditioning left them in sweltering heat. Read More
Millennials are struggling to buy a home – but is it actually getting easier?
Twenty-somethings are much less likely to own a home than previous generations. But data suggests things may be turning a corner. Read More
Walmart sales under strain as US shoppers pull back
High gas prices and weaker pharmacy sales pushed Walmart’s growth to its slowest pace in six years Read More
Bernard Matthews confirms closure of Derby factory
Bernard Matthews Foods says its Shaftesbury Street factory will close by the end of 2026. Read More
Reform UK proposes tax rebates for firms to boost apprenticeships
Suella Braverman also advised student’s “not to get ripped off by the great university scam”. Read More
Danone €1bn takeover of Huel approved by watchdog
French firm says the acquisition of Huel will help it grow in the nutritional sector. Read More
Travelodge boss steps down after security issues in rooms
The BBC revealed in March how a woman staying at a Maidenhead hotel was sexually assaulted after a man lied to get a key card to her room. Read More