Faisal Islam: Why has the Bank of England cut rates?
Rates are now at their lowest since March 2023 even though inflation is well above target. Read More
UK says British Steel’s Chinese owners demanding millions
Jingye still owns the Scunthorpe plant that was taken over by the government under emergency powers. Read More
Trump orders India tariff hike to 50% for buying Russian oil
India, which now faces among the highest tariff rates imposed by the US, called the levy “unjustified and unreasonable”. Read More
Brown urges Reeves to hike gambling taxes at Budget
The former Labour prime minister says hitting the “undertaxed” sector could pay for benefits rises. Read More
What economic levers are left for Reeves to pull?
The Chancellor Rachel Reeves is due to deliver her Budget in the autumn. Read More
Horizon victim sues Post Office and Fujitsu for £4m
This is the first time full details of a complex claim for compensation have been made public. Read More
Reeves must raise tax to cover £41bn gap, says think tank
Sir Keir Starmer defended the government’s handling of the economy but failed to answer a question about taxes. Read More
Claire’s files for bankruptcy as competition bites
The colourful accessories chain says sales are down as online competitors and higher costs eat into profits. Read More
How Europe is vying for rare earth independence from China
The EU is aiming to increase its own production of rare earth metals, led by a facility in France. Read More
Zara ads banned for ‘unhealthily thin’ models
It comes after the advertising watchdog banned M&S and Next ads for showing models who appeared too thin. Read More