UK at risk of recession after economy shrinks
Revised figures show the economy contracted between July and September this year. Read More
US Steel sale to Nippon must be probed on ‘national security’ grounds – Biden
Japanese steel giant Nippon this week announced plans to buy US Steel in a deal worth nearly $15bn. Read More
UK to sign financial deal with Switzerland
The agreement will make it easier for British and Swiss finance firms to deal with each other. Read More
Post Office victims compensation cut by half
The firms has now set aside £244m following over estimations on the number of people who might apply. Read More
Government borrowing higher than expected in November
Government spending rose as benefit payments offset the ending of support for energy bills. Read More
Ikea warns of product delays after Red Sea attacks
Swedish flat-packing retail giant warns of delays and possible shortages due to attacks on key route Read More
Temu shoppers risk buying items made by forced labour, MP warns
The Chinese online retailer with the slogan ‘shop like a billionaire’ faces questions over its ultra low prices. Read More
Starbucks blames ‘misrepresentation’ after Israel Gaza protests
Facing global boycott calls, boss Laxman Narasimhan says: “I pray for peace – immediately’. Read More
Public pay must reflect rises, ministers say
Government letters to pay review bodies say pay rises should be reflected when setting pay in 2024 Read More
Why is inflation higher in UK than other countries?
Despite recent falls, prices are still rising faster in Britain than other parts of the world. Read More