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Household energy price rise of 5% comes into force

A higher cap for the next three months adds £94 to the typical annual domestic energy bill. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/1Kde3GR

US Navy helicopters destroy Houthi boats in Red Sea after attempted hijack

The US military says it was responding to a second attack on the same vessel near Yemen in 24 hours. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/897Wshg

Venice to ban large tourist groups and loudspeakers

The new rules will come into effect in June and are part of an effort to ease the impact of tourism. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/6BszZiy

How will the UK economy compare to other countries in 2024?

After a tough 2023, will things improve for the UK and other economies in the new year? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/iVH85Ed

Eurostar services to resume after major disruption

Many passengers are still stranded in London and Paris after flooding cancelled all Eurostar trains. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/SMk96vy

Tim Martin: Wetherspoon boss knighted in New Year Honours

The pub chain founder and Brexit campaigner is recognised for services to hospitality and culture. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/6Cnqjwh

House prices end the year 1.8% lower, says Nationwide

The housing market is set to be subdued in 2024 despite hopes of an interest rate cut. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/RhdEKHM

Françoise Bettencourt Meyer: L'Oréal heiress first woman to amass $100bn fortune

The French beauty empire is on track for its best stock market performance in decades. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/eWwKVAE

Boeing urges 737 Max inspections for possible loose bolt

The airplane maker is urging airlines to inspect rudder control systems on the planes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/AkOfZPs

Google settles $5bn lawsuit for 'private mode' tracking

Large technology firms have faced increased scrutiny of their practices in the US and beyond. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/y4V9aIF

Tata Steel: Port Talbot staff fear year of uncertainty

Welder says Tata's Port Talbot plant is gripped by fears of job losses. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/OeTU9RA

UK vinyl sales at highest level since 1990

Sales of vinyl LPs rose for a 16th consecutive year in 2023, hitting 5.9 million units. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/b2kCWiF

Gaston Glock: Inventor of popular handgun dies aged 94

The Glock has been the weapon of choice for armed forces, gun owners and criminals around the world. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/SON9wLr

Architect of modern EU Jacques Delors dies aged 98

Delors helped create the single market, but his dreams of integration faced stiff UK opposition. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/gRKdbW4

Amazon Prime Video to have ads in UK from February

The "limited" ads will feature in content unless people pay £2.99 a month to remove them. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ma3S9YN

Wolfgang Schäuble: Merkel's no-nonsense finance minister dies aged 81

Although never chancellor, Wolfgang Schäuble was one of Germany's most influential politicians. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tlcOkNu

Firm develops jet fuel made entirely from human poo

Scientists have found a way to make jet fuel from human sewage and cut carbon emissions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KnZl9Ud

Apple seeks appeal after US allows smart watch import ban

Imports and sales of Apple's Series 9 and Ultra 2 watches in the US have halted over a patent dispute. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/HVtOLeT

Daihatsu pauses production over safety scandal

The Japanese carmaker admitted it had falsified safety tests for many of its vehicles. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/rKLaoM0

Maersk preparing to resume shipping through Red Sea

The announcement follows the deployment of an international military operation to prevent attacks on ships. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/QByOA5g

Tanker hit off India coast by drone from Iran, says US

Saturday's attack caused a fire on board the chemical tanker in the Indian Ocean, the US military says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/RD53PYj

House prices to fall and rents to rise in 2024, forecasts suggest

While first-time buyers would welcome price falls, the other costs they face are likely to be higher. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/edPL6nY

Jim Ratcliffe: Who is the man buying Man Utd stake?

One of the UK's richest men, Sir Jim has built a multi-billion pound business by snapping up unloved assets. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/IZeD2Gj

Manchester United: Sir Jim Ratcliffe agrees deal to buy 25% stake for about £1.25bn

British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe agrees a deal to buy a 25% stake in Manchester United from the Glazer family. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/4tHJ1Qy

High winds likely to add to Christmas Eve travel disruption

Weather warnings cover parts of the UK, with rail disruption expected from engineering works and staff shortages. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ro8Cu5e

Hundreds turn out for pre-Christmas meat auction

The Smithfield Market's traditional event returned on Saturday for the first time since before the Covid pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/gD4karR

UK travel: Millions take to roads and rail ahead of Christmas

The AA warns of "lengthy jams" on the roads, while many rail services are starting to wind down. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/BbrpiTg

What went wrong at Smile Direct Club?

Customer demand diminished as questions dogged the company about its care. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/dLhXD1z

Tech Trends 2024: AI and electric vehicle deals

From an AI slowdown to humanoid robots doing real work - tech trends to watch out for in 2024. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XSIKfeH

Airbus Atlantic: 700 staff sick after Christmas dinner

It is unclear what was on the menu for the festive feast turned nightmare before Christmas. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/lA4xU0e

Vet prices need to be made clearer, says Which?

The consumer body says it has found evidence of unclear fees and potential overtreatment by vets. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/vGkuhzH

UK economy at risk of recession after growth slows

Revised figures show the economy shrank between July and September this year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/BHCrfJb

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. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36MDVet

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. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/GZAmH1V

Starbucks blames 'misrepresentation' after Israel Gaza protests

Facing global boycott calls, boss Laxman Narasimhan says: "I pray for peace - immediately'. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/cDVxF2v

Public pay must reflect rises, ministers say

Government letters to pay review bodies say pay rises should be reflected when setting pay in 2024 from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/h0Ai52V

Energy bills predicted to fall in April to £1,660

Analysts at Cornwall Insight say lower wholesale energy prices will reduce bills by £268. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/xMR8HcZ

Inflation falls to lowest level in over two years

Latest figures show the prices rose 3.9% in the year to November, down from 4.6% the month before. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/JMUgCjK

End of an era for electronics giant Toshiba

Scandal, near-bankruptcy and uncertainty have plagued the 148-year-old company for almost a decade. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/WT6gCfZ

Christmas dinner: How much will it cost this year?

The rising price of turkey has slowed, while the cost of mince pies are up by 25%. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NYKRiud

Amazon to make Warhammer 40,000 shows and movies

The streaming platform will have exclusive rights to make content based on Game Workshop's popular brand. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/4QjwoeE

Green shipping corridors gaining momentum

Ports around the world are investing in green fuels to allow cargo ships to sail carbon-free. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/V6q5Zjf

Apple halts some Watch sales in the US

The move comes after the US found it violated patent rights of a smaller firm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ShO7ofI

The secret sauce for Taiwan's chip superstardom

How an island that exported t-shirts and sugar turned into the world's largest silicon chip factory. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/CbfrNsM

Network Rail manager for stranded passenger line quits

Passengers were stuck in cold and dark carriages for hours recently after overhead electric cables were damaged. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/0fMuCR9

Netflix: What the viewing figures actually tell us about viewing habits

The Night Agent and The Mother were among the streamer's biggest hits in the first half of 2023. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/DVB8caM

Homebuyers' stress over impact of CTS cyber-attack

Property completions were affected after the IT services provider was hit more than three weeks ago. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/IO8mXHq

More big shipping firms stop Red Sea routes after attacks

MSC, the world's largest shipping group, becomes the fourth company to divert ships following attacks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/6FgZV9N

Tata Steel: Unions infighting grows ahead of jobs meeting

Community and the GMB are at loggerheads with Unite over a battle to save up to 3,000 jobs at Tata. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/LtdAIEU

Name that whale! How AI aces animal spotting

Artificial intelligence helps people identify what animals they are looking at and aids conservation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/lZb9EwF

Driverless car firm Cruise to cut 900 jobs

The move comes as the company faces an investigation by regulators into the safety of its cars. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/guWDH6M

Etsy: Online retailer lays off 11% of staff to cut costs

CEO Josh Silverman tells staff the cuts are needed as sales have been "essentially flat" for two years. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ukv85nY

Energy firms must help struggling customers under new rules

New Ofgem rules mean affordable payment plans and even repayment holidays will now be available. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/4P0zBEw

Federal Reserve signals rate cuts next year

The US central bank hints at 2024 rate cuts as it kept its key interest rate unchanged. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/TJmvWYH

Could there be a gold rush for buried hydrogen?

Many see hydrogen as the green fuel of the future so underground deposits of the gas could be valuable. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jwx5Wmi

Thames Water says it can't pay back £190m loan

Thames Water boss tells MPs it doesn't have enough money to pay back a loan due in April next year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/6tRCZAi

Scrabble maker Hasbro cuts more jobs

The maker of Transformers action figures and Monopoly will lay off about 1,100 workers globally - close to 20% of its staff. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Ozdwlc2

Fortnite maker Epic Games wins case against Google Play Store

The ruling on anti-competitive practices deals a blow to a key part of Google's technology empire. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/iZg5K2l

The pro gamer who has to rely upon sound alone

How video games are continuing to become more accessible for people with impaired vision. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/z6DsHGr

Javier Milei: New president tells Argentina 'shock treatment' looms

The country's new far-right president vows to launch a radical economic programme as he is sworn in. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/seuhY1T

Smile Direct Club dentistry aligners firm shuts down

Best known for selling clear aligners remotely, it has shut down months after filing for bankruptcy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/UFM1dbc

Gap between haves and have-nots widening, report warns

Report mentions stagnant wages and mental health issues, and says the gap widened in the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/OKiC8QM

How Shohei Ohtani became Japan's biggest baseball export

His impact in the US surpasses that of all Japanese stars before him - and he now has a record $700m contract. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/gEXHYOQ

CosMc's: Curious customers flock to McDonald's new retro drinks brand

CosMc's, named after an obscure company mascot, is a bid for the speciality drinks market. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XGeUySo

Elon Musk calls for firing of Disney chief Bob Iger in ad spat

It comes a week after the multi-billionaire launched a profane attack on advertisers that left X. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/vPV69oc

The people creating digital clones of themselves

Business leaders and experts are making online copies of themselves to answer the questions they get. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/C2jPQbN

Mobile firms face £3bn claim for overcharging

Lawsuit alleges Vodafone, EE, Three and O2 overcharged existing customers for their mobiles. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/kuJMAwn

ChatGPT builder helps create scam and hack campaigns

A cutting-edge tool from Open AI appears to be poorly moderated, allowing it to be abused by cyber-criminals. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/MGKx5LT

Tobacco giant sees sunset for US cigarette business

British American Tobacco said it could no longer value the business as if it had an infinite life. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/CvVEPMc

Meta is child abuse 'breeding ground', lawsuit claims

Facebook and Instagram are rife with child abuse, the New Mexico attorney general alleges. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/VRuaPcl

Investors cheer as Blackpink renew group contract

The K-pop girl band have been negotiating terms with YG Entertainment for months. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/vE3dVXb

What do employers expect staff to know about AI?

More and more jobs require employees to work with generative AI - but what does that mean? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/V5E80KA

Abercrombie & Fitch sued by ex-CEO facing sex trafficking claims

Mike Jeffries has taken legal action against the US retailer for refusing to cover his legal costs to defend the allegations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/BlIwijb

Forest City: Inside Malaysia's Chinese-built 'ghost city'

Built during the Chinese property boom, Forest City is a stark reminder of the crisis in the sector today. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3vhRjVg

Young-looking porn users may face extra age-checks

New draft guidance sets out how porn websites and apps should stop children viewing their content. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/TKFQp0W

Renting: Can bidding wars be stopped?

Intense competition for places to live is driving rents up and up, but is there hope for change? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/vfRgsFQ

Spotify to axe 1,500 workers to save costs

The music-streaming company says it is making people redundant to "rightsize" the firm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jDweYfv

Smart meters: Almost three million still not working

Customers face incorrect bills as 2.7 million smart meters fail to send automatic readings. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Bqpkn8s

'Labour won't turn on spending taps' says Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer will say in a speech there will be "huge constraints" if Labour win power. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/5C2GwYq

Could X go bankrupt under Elon Musk?

Musk's profane attack on advertisers baffled experts - without adverts, how would X survive? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/5iDXpq3

Bankruptcy 'opportunity' after student loan crisis

Changes in the US are enticing more people to file bankruptcy to clear their student loans. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/kPwUx1I

Baby formula soaring costs: 'I struggle, but I won’t buy a cheaper brand'

Why struggling parents aren't choosing cheaper brands when it comes to infant formula milk. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Xgc2DKm

'Covid and criminals ruined my Airbnb for cars idea'

A UK entrepreneur explains why his idea to build a car-sharing network like Airbnb didn't work out. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/kY75VOM

The T-shirt chewing enzyme ready to tackle plastic waste

A French start-up is ready to use an enzyme which can break down plastic on an industrial scale. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/U09kKa7

The job-sharing apps that feel like online dating

New website platforms are working like matchmakers to connect potential job sharers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/PDiq2F4

Slick videos or more 'authentic' content? The Israel-Gaza battles raging on TikTok and X

Pro-Palestinian TikTok posts gain traction with Gen Z, while slicker Israeli content is popular on X. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zIVt9fl

When are the rail strikes in December?

Train drivers have announced further walkouts in a long-running dispute about pay and conditions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/eurA0zo

'Sued for millions by my abuser, I set up a social network instead'

The app that gives women a place to speak out about about sexual harassment and other #MeToo issues. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/PxUcr9K

Meta takes down China-based network of thousands of fake accounts

The company says accounts posted about divisive issues ahead of the 2024 presidential election. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/lHKxdXv

Amazon, Google and other tech giants pledge action on fraud

Companies commit to working with the government to tackle online scams, fake adverts and romance fraud. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/iO1njQB

Cristiano Ronaldo faces $1bn lawsuit over Binance ads

US class action lawsuit seeks huge damages for his promotion of the world's largest crypto exchange. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KHy173N

Elon Musk says advertising boycott will kill X

In a profanity-laced outburst, the billionaire accuses firms of trying to blackmail him with ad dollars. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/02PbsD6

Elfbar: Top vape firm drops sweet flavours over appeal to kids

Leading vape brands Elfbar and Lost Mary call for tighter restrictions on vape sales ahead of government clampdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KE6UfBs

Gulf investors close in on Telegraph takeover

An Abu Dhabi-backed investment fund is poised to take control in coming days. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XlQ7wFb

Makers 'pushed up' price of brands, says watchdog

Some food brands 'pushed up' prices more that their costs, competition watchdog says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/98RqOrN

Tributes pour in for investment guru Charlie Munger

Business chiefs pay tribute to finance guru who helped Warren Buffett build Berkshire Hathaway. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/BjGYmDk

Saudi investment fund to buy 10% stake in Heathrow airport

Spanish infrastructure giant Ferrovial agreed to sell its 25% stake, held since 2006, for £2.4bn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/iYDItdO

Renting: Rising cost and lack of choice forcing families to smaller homes

Older tenants are also struggling with essential bills as rents rise and the choice for tenants narrows. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KMfcCJN

Wilko rescue deal failed because of greed, claims HMV boss

Doug Putman says a bid to save Wilko was stymied as the former chair faces MPs over the collapse. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/VoyHd3l

Vaping: Australia to ban disposable vape imports from January

The move is part of a crackdown aimed at protecting children from becoming addicted to nicotine. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/HOuUZRT

First transatlantic flight using 100% green fuels to take off

The plane will fly from London to New York using 100% alternative sustainable aviation fuel. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/quE6JrZ

Zhongzhi Enterprise Group: China investigates major shadow bank for 'crimes'

Zhongzhi Enterprise, one of China's biggest shadow banks, has lent billions to real estate firms. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/hxI5vYB

Metro Bank shareholders to vote on rescue deal

A deal to raise extra funds was struck last month after speculation about Metro's financial position. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yT52Yva

Tobacco firm calls for tougher rules on vapes

BAT wants sellers to be licensed, and sweet flavours banned from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/J9bqUQj

Sunak welcomes foreign firms' £29.5bn 'vote of confidence'

The prime minister says foreign investors' plans to invest £29.5bn is a "huge vote of confidence". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/gy3ApR2

Labour hopes to cut net migration to around 200,000

The party says it wants migration to return to "normal levels", depending on the needs of the economy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Nb1JvuW

Only shop on Lismore saved after community buyout

Over 200 people backed the campaign to secure the Lismore's closure-threatened store for the future from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/o8Xw1Ju

Interest rates: Why there is more pain still to come

Inflation may be easing but the impact of high interest rates is still to kick in for many people. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Z1hp57R

Black Friday: Amazon staff in Coventry strike

Workers striking in Coventry are supported by demonstrations in other European countries and the US. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/lQdbtpe

Could airports make hydrogen work as a fuel?

Hydrogen is being touted as a fuel for aircrafts, but handling it at airports will be challenging. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/xaifkVL

The electronic noses designed to prevent food poisoning

Tech firms have developed AI-powered sensors that can detect bacteria in food. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/o8QIiX3

Cruise giant Carnival UK accused of plan to fire and rehire 900 crew

Union says plan by Carnival UK, owner of P&O Cruises and Cunard, amounts to a wage cut for staff. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZI19Y70

Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt cuts National Insurance but tax burden still rises

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says tax cuts will boost growth - but official forecasts paint a gloomy picture. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/1fJna7p

The hidden tax rise in the Autumn Statement

Tax cuts were the theme of Jeremy Hunt's Autumn Statement, but one major rise was hidden. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/TPtYa3d

Richard Teng: Who is the new boss of Binance?

Richard Teng rapidly climbed the ranks after joining the world's largest crypto-exchange two years ago. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2HfyaU3

Sam Altman in talks to rejoin OpenAI board, say reports

Reports say negotiations aimed at his possible reinstatement are ongoing, as pressure from staff grows. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/7P5Lw4J

NI and business tax cuts expected in Autumn Statement

National Insurance cuts are set to be among plans Jeremy Hunt hopes will boost the economy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/j5eVUiL

Binance chief Changpeng Zhao pleads guilty to money laundering charges

Changpeng Zhao will also step down as chief executive of the world's largest crypto-exchange. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/b3QZePy

Elon Musk's X sues Media Matters over antisemitism analysis

The lawsuit says Media Matters "manipulated" data in an attempt to "destroy" the social media site. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/xn6pMHS

How OpenAI created the perfect conditions for chaos

The company's idiosyncratic structure may be behind the sweeping changes seen in recent days. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/oLhwJGq

What's going on in the battle for the Telegraph?

When trying to understand a complex business situation, focusing on motivation can simplify things. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/PjoRKcr

Abu Dhabi-backed fund poised to take over Telegraph

The fund, run by former CNN boss Jeff Zucker, says it has the money it needs to rescue the newspaper. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/46lngMF

OpenAI to name new boss after firing co-founder

The tech firm will reportedly appoint Emmett Shear after the chaotic ousting of former chief Sam Altman. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yYWGpr7

Optus: Telecom boss Kelly Bayer Rosmarin quits after Australian outage

Kelly Bayer Rosmarin has been under pressure to quit after overseeing a tumultuous period for the firm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jYuwrRq

‘I was addicted to social media - now I'm suing Big Tech’

The lawsuit says four of the largest social media firms knowingly expose children to harmful products. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/AondCp4

Former OpenAI boss Sam Altman pictured at firm's HQ amid reports of return

Sam Altman posts a selfie from the firm's US head office 48 hours after his shock ouster from the company. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/z2Zft5I

Heathrow passengers facing delays after strong winds

Some travellers are waiting for hours after Air Traffic Control restricts take-offs and landings. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/C6EB9dK

Hunt does not rule out tax cuts in Autumn Statement

The chancellor says he wants to lower taxes but only in a responsible way that does not risk inflation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/VIUkgE1

X ad boycott gathers pace amid antisemitism storm

US firms, including Apple and Disney, are reportedly suspending ads on the Elon Musk-owned site. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/GAy4lJa

AI boss Sam Altman ousted by OpenAI board

OpenAI said it 'no longer had confidence' in his ability to lead the artificial intelligence firm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/HgXOLwC

White House criticises Elon Musk over 'hideous' antisemitic lie

Controversies over antisemitism have engulfed the billionaire and his social network, X. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yo5YZE4

Shop owners hope that tech can deter thieves

Retailers are investing in high-tech and low-tech measures to tackle an increase in theft. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/A2zKWO3

IBM suspends ads on X after they appeared next to Nazi posts

The decision came a day after owner Elon Musk endorsed an apparent antisemitic conspiracy theory. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/164VtMS

Rishi Sunak sets out how pothole funding from HS2 savings to be used

Councils say the money is a "significant boost" but call for longer term funding to repair roads. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/d0lE3Du

What the Chancellor really means when he says tax cuts are 'impossible'

How to make sense of what politicians mean when they say there is no scope for tax cuts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZHh8aQP

Four things we learned from the Biden-Xi meeting

The rival presidents found common ground on climate change, military communications and fentanyl. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/RyS2xUu

Energy standing charges review after anger at rises

Standing charges are the cost of having a home connected to gas and electricity but rises have caused public anger. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/wtT3lHv

Starbucks faces walkout at hundreds of US stores

The action comes amid a bitter labour fight between at the coffee giant. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jpKgv85

UK inflation falls sharply to 4.6%

Prices are rising at their slowest rate in two years, official figures show. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/RpLUxjf

Xi Jinping arrives in the US as his Chinese Dream sputters

Economic woes put the Chinese leader in a more vulnerable negotiating position on this visit. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/gqE6RMn

Could triple glazing become a UK standard?

Triple glazed windows are becoming more common in the UK and some say they could become standard. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Fic2Lsn

'Tourists are rethinking their relationship with Earth'

An increasing number of holidaymakers are picking more environmentally-friendly trips. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/JQYL4BN

Nepal to ban TikTok citing disruption to social harmony

TikTok has come under scrutiny over concerns that data could be passed to the Chinese government. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/S2QwWbh

Cost-of-living payments: What are they, who gets them and are they fair?

Millions of low-income households are receiving the latest cost-of-living payment between by 19 November. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/aEAqe6u

DP World: Australia ports remain closed after cyber-attack

Operations at DP World sites in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth have been suspended since Friday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/TwrVjUb

Peter Nygard: Fashion mogul guilty of sex assaults

The 82-year-old is still facing a trial in Montreal and extradition to the US. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/xvlPU56

Whitney Wolfe Herd: How the Bumble boss changed the dating scene

Whitney Wolfe Herd is stepping down as chief executive at the end of the year after nearly a decade. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9F1eQXC

Ryanair: How a budget airline took off on TikTok

Through comedy TikToks about its extra fees, Ryanair has attracted millions of likes and followers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/hrG1ydM

Lancashire supermarket chain Booths puts staff back behind its tills

Booths says removing its self-service checkouts is the right thing to do and what customers want. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/e87Prsv

Thai owner of Miss Universe files for bankruptcy

Thailand's JKN Global Group bought the firm which runs the Miss Universe pageant a year ago for $20m (£16.4m). from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/UFJ3iWo

Banks accused of dragging their feet over fraud refunds, says MP

The accusation comes as new figures name individual banks and show how much money they refund to victims. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/X5V6gJl

The race to buy AI website addresses

As more firms use artificial intelligence, there is a rush to buy domain names with the letters AI. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XzrcKdV

Can AI cut humans out of contract negotiations?

Tech firms are testing artificial intelligence that can negotiate contracts without the need for humans. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yjlUBaN

Disney boss declares new era after job cuts

The entertainment giant has been under pressure as its traditional movie and film businesses decline. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/BK3Picu

What are the new rules for fitting energy pre-payment meters?

Energy regulator Ofgem say companies can fit pre-payment meters in customer's homes under new rules. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zKlSY7G

How WeWork’s founder flew too close to the sun

The story of Adam Neumann and the rise and fall of WeWork reads more like a parable than a business story. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/V8CUPwl

Delay to law on e-scooters criticised

No mention of legislation on e-scooters in the King's Speech but trials will be extended to 2026. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XW2gVz1

Fortnite maker Epic Games takes Google to court

Google faces another anti-trust trial - this time about its Google Play store from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/wCrM3hU

The floating desalination machines powered by the waves

Desalination usually requires a lot of heat and power, but a new system just needs wave energy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/iozs5Dc

Plan for 40% of train services to run during strikes

Ministers hope minimum service levels for trains, ambulances and border security will start by Christmas. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Kg2JUHm

Tyson Foods recalls US nuggets after metal pieces found

Tyson Foods has taken dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets off the shelves in nine US states. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ohLWfe4

Football Manager 2024: How the franchise made millions

As the studio celebrates its 20th edition, the people that make it tell the BBC how it has changed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/t5uj687

Annual oil and gas licences planned with net zero commitment required

Projects will have to meet net zero targets, under the proposals to be outlined in the King's Speech. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/FWC0alu

Musk says his new AI chatbot has 'a little humour'

The AI tool, designed to have a cheeky tone to its writing, is not yet widely available. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/waWfBSe

One in 10 mothers with under-fours quit work over childcare, says charity

A quarter of a million mothers with children under four have left their jobs, the Fawcett Society says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zxIPcOS

Sustainable fishing: The tech making it cheaper and greener

Fishermen in Scotland and Indonesia are trialling new technology to improve their catch. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NpQPJUe

How does your pay compare with other jobs?

Use our interactive lookup tool to find out how pay has changed in your job. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/AE2rFjq

China and Australia: Frenemies who need each other

Australia's Anthony Albanese is in Beijing this weekend for the first such trip in seven years. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/0eOqdV1

Why are fewer women using AI than men?

The use of artificial intelligence appears to have a significant gender imbalance. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/rjumInY

Apple sales dip again despite iPhone boost

Apple says that sales have dropped for the fourth quarter in a row despite a boost from iPhones. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/REDZaJ5

AI friends and optional jobs - Sunak and Musk share future hopes

The prime minister and tech billionaire sat down together to talk tech, education - and killer robots. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/sF78h16

AI summit: Education will blunt AI risk to jobs, says Rishi Sunak

The prime minster says the technology can help rather than replace workers, as the UK's AI summit ends. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/VzDOsbU

Boss of Indonesia cough syrup maker jailed after child deaths

The pharmaceutical firm, Afi Farma, has been linked to the deaths of more than 200 Indonesian children. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/cED8OtK

Interest rates predicted to be held again

The Bank of England will decide on whether to raise, lower or keep rates unchanged at midday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ybGeToH

WeWork to start closing some offices around the world

The BBC understands the firm is to start closing some of its buildings, including one in central London. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mA1JOgG

Disney to buy remaining 33% stake in streaming service Hulu

In a widely expected move, Disney says it will buy the remaining 33% stake from TV giant Comcast. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/s8vV7Rn

Demis Hassabis: AI must not 'move fast and break things'

Google Deepmind co-founder Demis Hassabis said the AI industry should not adopt the Silicon Valley mantra. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/YTPdkCa

'We failed - why our dream eco-business collapsed'

With a big rise in the number of firms going bust, we speak to one couple about why their business folded. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XR0gCIY

Temu adverts banned for sexualising a child and objectifying women

The UK's advertising regulator upheld complaints about five of the online shop's adverts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Sw9y5i1

CEO Secrets: ‘Pumpkins saved my business but almost squashed me’

Kim Innes founded Humble Crumble, a crumble bakery that’s sold more than half a million sweet treats. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jqDEvcb

Would you drink genetically modified beer?

A growing number of US brewers are now using GM yeast to make their beers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mDWpCgs

World Bank warns oil prices could reach $150 a barrel

A prolonged conflict in the Middle East would lead to much higher energy prices, the global institution predicts from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tTOHB4Z

Court gives Evergrande one last chance to agree debt deal

A judge said the company faces being wound up if it does not come up with a plan by 4 December. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/5t4goeF

Petrol retailers should cut price by 5p a litre, RAC says

The motoring body says major fuel retailers should reduce prices to reflect lower wholesale costs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/M1NEAQt

Leasehold law will be in King's Speech, says housing minister

Rachel MacLean says the bill would restore "true homeownership" but Labour says it is "thin gruel". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Zthioq

Fewer trains to run from London to Manchester

Avanti is to run a reduced service between London to Manchester on Saturdays until the end of the year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/wDuqKm9

Can Rishi Sunak’s big summit save us from AI nightmare?

The BBC's tech editor, Zoe Kleinman, looks ahead to next week's AI Safety Summit, hosted by the UK. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jQfDxaE

Sale of NHS data up to government, says tech boss

The head of Palantir, which is in the running for an NHS contract, says it would not have access to data. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/HFfTMuU

UAW strike: Stellantis and union agree pay rise in tentative deal

Stellantis becomes the second US car giant to strike a tentative deal with the United Auto Workers union. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/aGmKoS3

China economic reformer Li Keqiang dies at 68

Li Keqiang, once the second most powerful man in China, suffered a sudden heart attack, state media said. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/TAXzqae

After a year of Elon Musk, what's next for X?

How the billionaire's purchase of Twitter has changed the platform and what the future may hold. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/fRqQmb3

How does China fix the Evergrande mess?

The heavily indebted company has become the poster child of the country's flailing property sector. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/R60o5Kn

Student maintenance loans almost entirely used up by rent, report warns

The average cost of university accommodation in England is almost level with the average maintenance loan. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/xLkr7wl

AI could worsen cyber-threats, report warns

By 2025 AI could increase cyber-attack risk, and help plan physical attacks, report warns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/i5QaPqz

Watchdog: Ex-NatWest boss breached Nigel Farage's privacy

Former Natwest boss Alison Rose should not have shared information on Nigel Farage, watchdog says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/K5x6jQB

US orders immediate halt to some AI chip exports to China, Nvidia says

The new export rules were due to start in November, but Nvidia says the US sped up their introduction. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZVyoiRN

Rural buses: Councils opt for 'on-demand' services in face of cuts

Councils said they could not offer a like-for-like replacement for commercial services that have faced cuts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/TnQMeso

Paedophiles using AI to turn singers and film stars into kids

Charity finds dark web forums sharing thousands of new abuse images made with bespoke AI software. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/bXGC8kO

Big banks linked to products with pangolin parts

The companies include UK multinationals such as HSBC, Prudential, and Legal & General. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/dZzwabs

Job figures show signs of labour market weakening

The trend suggests businesses are feeling the impact of rising prices and high interest rates. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/coNXv65

World shift to clean energy is unstoppable, IEA report says

The world is shifting rapidly to clean energy but still investing too much in fossil fuels, the IEA says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8U1sR70

Short selling: Don’t be the 'Dumb Money'

Short selling can be risky, but more and more amateur investors are taking it up. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/SdXxh6L

Workers on voluntary Real Living Wage see 10% pay rise

The increase in the voluntary pay scheme will benefit more than 460,000 UK workers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/1ayNlVP

Tax cuts will be considered if inflation falls, cabinet minister says

Robert Jenrick says PM Rishi Sunak has the "right priorities" despite his party's by-election losses. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Cb0ZPi8

Does the paper industry need to cut its water usage?

Firms in the sector are using new technologies to reduce the amount of water they require. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/21JVRvb

Foxconn: iPhone-maker investigated by Chinese authorities

Chinese state media reports some of the Taiwan-based firm's mainland operations are being investigated. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2vYEOX6

Autumn statement: Government considers help for first-time buyers

The Treasury is understood to be considering extending a low deposit mortgage scheme for a year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/TUGswga

'My business had £1.6m stolen in 20 minutes'

An employee at Steve Wright's firm was tricked into giving thieves access to the company account. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/cKM1s2J

Moody's drops negative outlook on UK credit rating

Ratings agency says "predictability has been restored" following last year's mini-Budget. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ELxot7r

Government borrows less than expected in September

Public borrowing was £14.3bn last month, lower than most economists had anticipated. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/YHz9V4f

Is AI about to transform the legal profession?

Law firms are increasingly using artificial intelligence systems, but it comes with risks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tIBK3Zf

Amazon launches humanoid robots to 'free up' staff

The US tech giant is looking at ways it can automate more of its operations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/6wduWa5

BYD: The top electric car maker that is not Tesla

Chinese auto giant BYD is now ahead of Tesla in quarterly production - and second to it in global sales. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XAefwmE

Britishvolt aims to supply batteries to Australian military

New owner, Recharge, hopes to close a deal on the Northumberland site, paving the way to make batteries for export. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/UE6AzQb

Irish baby milk factory to close as China birth rate drops

The closure of the plant in Askeaton, County Limerick, will mean more than 500 job losses. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/iw63QX8

Pause HS2 land sale, says government big projects adviser

Sir John Armitt tells the BBC the decision to sell the property is a "mistake". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/M1pG3LX

Twitter glitch allows CIA informant channel to be hijacked

US spies and informants could have been directed to hostile nations through a CIA mistake made on X. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yAU8vl0

The incredible power of blue LEDs

LEDs dominate lighting systems but their efficiency rests on the tricky production of blue light. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/shgIZfS

AirAsia boss Tony Fernandes criticised for half-naked massage photo

Tony Fernandes shared a picture of himself attending a meeting while getting a massage. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Kl1fOrH

No room for tax cuts or spending rises, IFS think tank warns

The think tank warns that "ill-timed" pre election tax cuts could prove "unsustainable". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XEDnjme

French hotel spent €1,500 getting rid of bedbugs

It's crucial to catch a bedbug outbreak early, and firms are turning to tech to achieve this. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/uaUj4vH

German chancellor Olaf Scholz could snub British AI summit

The BBC understands the German chancellor may turn down his invitation to the event on 1 November. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/m6dhfDZ

Will Sam Bankman-Fried take the stand to save himself?

A long prison sentence hangs over him so the former crypto tycoon may take a gamble and testify. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KRmbYQv

Ten former Tuffnells depots reopen after rescue deal

A total of 12 former Tuffnells delivery depots are back up and running. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Wb32LZo

Australia fines X for failing to crack down on child abuse content

It comes as X's owner Elon Musk had earlier called child safety his number one priority. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/xlNWtoV

Charities 'concerned' over lack of progress with Renters Reform Bill

Thirty charities have warned Rishi Sunak not to abandon the bill banning no-fault evictions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/f5Yv9Pp

TikTok says action taken on Israel conflict videos

The social media firm lists what it is doing to tackle misinformation after a warning by the EU. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/L10Hxhf

Electric cars drive UK MG sales to more than £1bn

The car maker, owned by a Chinese state-controlled company, says it is in a "very strong position". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/gV8CGev

Manchester United: Qatar's Sheikh Jassim withdraws from process to buy club

Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani withdraws from the process to buy Manchester United. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/um5LqOa

What does TikTok's EGX sponsorship mean for the games industry?

The app's hoping to take on Twitch and YouTube to become the main stop for online video games content. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/n2vgYps

Brexit: 'Call us' on trade, says German finance minister Christian Lindner

In a BBC interview, Christian Lindner invites the UK to discuss a closer relationship with the EU. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/5JKh1q9

Microsoft Activision: What does deal mean for gamers?

Call of Duty might be an Xbox exclusive one day, but not for at least 15 years. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tSP65zn

Next confirms takeover of Fatface in £115m deal

The retailer has added the clothing chain to the growing list of High Street names it has bought. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/RCLN5gl

UK probes using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine defence

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says "we need to do everything we can" to disrupt Russia's ability to fund the war. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/M5Pv9Xt

EU opens investigation into X over alleged disinformation

X, formerly Twitter, is being investigated over the possible spread of terrorist and violent content. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ukAEfHb

UAW auto strike: 8,700 Ford workers in Kentucky down tools

The move is a sharp escalation of the union's ongoing strike against Ford, General Motors and Stellantis. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mMKCAWE

Schools and NHS caterers ‘must stop’ antibiotic overuse

Health and animal welfare campaigners say the overuse of antibiotics by UK farmers should be banned. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/EQlAvLb

World Bank criticises UK for cutting aid to poorest

The World Bank says cuts to foreign aid are being felt at a time of higher poverty levels. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9wRXDAP

Nearly half a billion small tech items thrown away

Electrical items such as vapes, fans, cables and USB sticks can all be recycled from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NCUdOpP

Safe Hands: Fraud inquiry launched into collapsed funeral firm

Safe Hands went into administration last year with thousands of people likely to lose money they set aside. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/0kMqeNG

Jewish parents told to delete social media apps

Some schools have suggested parents delete apps such as TikTok and Instagram due to the violent content circulating. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/MIoAjhz

British Airways suspends Israel flights after plane U-turns

A BA flight was diverted back to the UK amid security concerns, not long before it was due to land. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/5Qe6L1y

Next set to buy rival brand Fat Face in latest High Street buy

High Street chain Next is understood to be close to buying rival fashion chain Fat Face. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/OCMmLkh

EU warns Elon Musk 'disinformation' is spreading on X after Hamas attack

The EU has written to Elon Musk warning him that the platform is being used to spread illegal content. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/wryEjJf

Clubs promoting NFTs pose 'risk' to fans, MPs warn

A committee of MPs say artists and sport clubs' reputations are at risk if they promote NFTs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/VjAbB8s

Warm weather delays early Christmas food sales

The unusually mild weather has led to fewer people buying Christmas puddings and seasonal biscuits. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/LmlMKSV

Technology festival's sock that detect Alzheimer's signs

The socks, which can detect the early signs of the condition, are among innovations on show in Bristol. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Sv5PgCx

IMF says UK faces five more years of high interest rates

The UK is expected to have the highest inflation of the US, France, Germany, Canada, Italy and Japan. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/CygGrQK

Metro Bank has a limited future, claims co-founder

Anthony Thomson says the bank's strategy of continuing to focus on High Street branches is "flawed". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zkRZOMi

'I pawned my wedding rings for £200 to pay my bills'

The use of pawnbrokers went up by 25% in a year during the cost of living crisis, figures suggest. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zPSXrRZ

California requires companies to report carbon emissions

Big companies like Apple will have to state how much climate-warming carbon they put in the air. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/D4CA2Fs

The hunt for a new way to tackle clothing waste

Scientists in the US are trying to find enzymes or bacteria that will decompose manmade fibres. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/WZ7Qfk3

Nobel economics prize awarded to Claudia Goldin for work on gender pay gap

American Claudia Goldin is only the third woman to receive the prestigious economics prize. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/GaFvI5D

My landlord wanted to put the rent up 35% despite cap

Catherine Sheldon says she is now having to leave the property, with nowhere else to go that she can afford. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/6wqs5R3

Oil prices rally on fear of Middle East supply disruptions

West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude prices jumped by 4% in Asian trading. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/DwK53mZ

Labour's Rachel Reeves to set out plan to recover Covid fraud billions

An anti-corruption commissioner would target £7.2bn lost to fraud, the shadow chancellor will say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/qByDXU9

Metro Bank strikes deal to shore up balance sheet

A £325m cash injection, as well as refinancing £600m of debt, will enable it to keep expanding, it says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/xeXBV6t

Nevada lithium mine leads to 'green colonialism' accusations

The rush to mine lithium for car batteries is dividing environmental and native American communities. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/5seFMfr

Wilko: End of a fabulous ride for shop that sold it all

Workers and shoppers tell us what they'll miss about the brand as the final stores close. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mJgdqCa

Car workers strike not expanded as concession made

The United Auto Workers union will continue action but says it is making progress with firms. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/5zAxapY

US jobs growth much faster than expected

The number of jobs added to the US economy last month was almost double the amount forecast. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/iPrQ3To

What's going on at Metro Bank?

Bosses say there are no concerns about its finances after reports it was looking to raise millions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/QfWOjJR

Evergrande: The rise and fall of the property giant's billionaire founder

Hui Ka Yan, the founder of a crisis-hit Chinese property giant, is under police surveillance. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Uexb61V

How Ghana's central bank lost $5bn in one year

The country's economic crisis has sparked protests and led to calls for the bank's boss to resign. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/F2egR3v

Taylor Swift tour film tops $100m in advance ticket sales

The film of the Eras tour is due to be released in cinemas in more than 100 countries next Friday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/bIPXhWs

HS2 will not go to Euston without private funds

The government has scaled back plans for Euston station and is hoping for private investment. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/SFerBab

South East water firms have highest complaint rates - report

Southern Water is the most complained about provider in the country, with Thames Water second. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9eBvUy5

Electric car sales to private buyers fall sharply

No incentives for consumers to buy electric has affected sales, but overall the car market is growing. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/OkIjdDn

HS2: No new compensation for 'pain' of people affected by scrapped rail route

There will be no new money for displaced people and firms along the scrapped route, the government says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yrYn9b3

Metro Bank shares plunge on fund raising reports

The bank's shares plunged 23% in early trading, after several newspapers reported it needed to raise £600m. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/kNTuF63

Amazon and Microsoft to face cloud computing competition probe

The competition watchdog is investigating the tech giants' cloud computing dominance. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/pvSJknc

Right to own a car in Singapore can cost £87,000

The city-state introduced a 10-year certificate of entitlement system in 1990 as an anti-congestion measure. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/GdMnpu7

Renting: Average home now has 25 tenants wanting to view

When a property goes up for rent there are typically 25 people competing for a viewing, Rightmove says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/on8MLwS

Sam Bankman-Fried's FTX crypto fraud trial opens in NY

The former crypto billionaire is accused of "one of the biggest financial frauds in US history". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/hErKdaH

MrBeast and BBC stars used in deepfake scam videos

Fraudsters have manipulated images of the popular YouTuber and two journalists to dupe viewers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mj8R5lp

HS2 West Midlands-Manchester line to be scrapped

Rishi Sunak is expected to set out alternative projects in his Conservative Party conference speech. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Z78o3fm

Tesco doing all it can to lower prices, boss says

The pace of price rises will continue to ease this year, says chief of UK's biggest supermarket. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/anw0Od3

TikTok: Social media app halts online shopping service in Indonesia

The country's government banned social media platforms from selling goods to protect physical stores. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ADSCyk3

Petrol prices rise for fourth month in a row - RAC

The RAC claims drivers are being overcharged for petrol but retailers say they have higher costs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/R7e5Z23

Sam Bankman-Fried: Trial of 'Crypto King' begins

The former crypto billionaire is accused of "one of the biggest financial frauds in US history". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/EpX1Lbg

Abercrombie & Fitch launches investigation into ex-CEO sexual misconduct claims

It comes after a BBC investigation reported allegations that Mike Jeffries exploited men for sex at events he hosted. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/cKSuLO0

Easy life: Band says easyJet owner suing over name

Easy life says they are "certain" it has never affected the easyGroup's business. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/a0u1PyX

Greggs says sales up by more than fifth in latest quarter

The chain, which opened its first shop in 1951, has opened 144 new stores in the last year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/fOY1rJX

Evergrande: Shares in crisis-hit property giant jump in market return

The embattled Chinese property giant's shares were suspended from trading on Thursday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Hth8ZpI

Defiant Trump turns up at $250m New York fraud trial to blast 'scam'

The ex-president lambasts a case that could see him lose control of Trump Tower and other properties. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/EVdQLuY

House buyers look to adapt to higher mortgage rates

House prices fall but some young buyers are considering smaller homes and longer-term loans, surveys suggest. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/1Nv2quo

John Lewis boss Dame Sharon White to step down after five years

Dame Sharon White will leave at the end of her term, make her the shortest-serving chair in the retailer's history. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/k1CQRrU

China Belt and Road: Indonesia opens Whoosh high-speed railway

The project under Belt and Road links the capital Jakarta with the economic hub of Bandung. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/6loHcbd

Jeremy Hunt to confirm national living wage to rise to £11 an hour

The move will affect two million of the lowest-paid workers, the chancellor will tell the Tory conference. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3QHU1GJ

Golden Week: Budget travel takes off in China

A sluggish economy forces young Chinese to travel cheaply for this year's holiday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/gWvGIcL

Aukus: UK defence giant BAE Systems wins £3.95bn submarine contract

The deal will provide decades of work at BAE Systems' shipyard in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/pvc073M

Water bills may rise if Ofwat approves new plans

Water companies want to invest £96bn in ambitious project that will see bills rise for customers from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/VALgWfJ

First class stamp price rises to £1.25

The price rise comes as Royal Mail seeks to cover higher delivery costs while letter numbers fall. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8y5LNMI

Rishi Sunak refuses to commit to pre-election tax cuts

The PM says his focus is easing living costs, amid Tory unrest on day one of the party's conference. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/QZYaGM9

HS2: Rishi Sunak refuses to commit to Manchester link

The prime minister again refuses to say if high speed rail link will run from Birmingham to Manchester. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/4OWmJyb

Iceland boss quits Tories labelling party 'out of touch'

Richard Walker had tried to become a Tory MP but has quit the party on the eve of the annual conference. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Pct3Rym

Shoplifter: Police need to stop people like me

A persistent shoplifter says stealing is easy and that police could do more to stop people like her. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/A9H1xt4

Ban on single-use plastic cutlery comes into force bin England

Polystyrene cups and balloon sticks are also banned in England as part of efforts to cut waste. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KoBQTcs

Winter warning as new energy price cap comes in

The annual energy bill for a typical household falls on Sunday but is high by historical standards. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/CWMrY4Z

The slow and delicate aircraft taking on spy missions

Light aircraft that can fly and loiter at very high altitudes could provide back-up for spy satellites. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/65nrkXM

Train strikes set to cause travel disruption

Aslef union members will walk out in a long-running dispute over pay and conditions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/iOa7v13

UK on track for record tax levels, IFS think tank says

A study says taxes will reach 37% of national income by next election - the highest since 1948. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Z7KC3tf

UK economy grew faster than estimated since Covid

New figures show the economy has grown by 1.8% since the start of the pandemic, outpacing France and Germany. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/q8HMDSb

Evergrande: Anxious Chinese home buyers reel from crisis

As China's housing crisis grows, so have fears that dreams of home ownership have been bulldozed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/1xMwGbV

HS2: Unions call for emergency summit on rail line's future

The TUC says stakeholders in the high-speed rail line must be brought together "urgently". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/X6CUPKp

Campaigners call for more energy support for vulnerable households

Charities and consumer groups say many people will struggle to pay their energy bills again this winter. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ekq9Tj5

The self-driving trucks that are deliberately crashed

A maker of autonomous lorries is using AI software to prang computerised versions of the vehicles. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/CqAvEj1

UAW strike: Why are US car workers walking out?

Nearly 13,000 workers for Ford, General Motors and Stellantis have gone on a historic, co-ordinated strike. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/OiejKkL

Rishi Sunak repeatedly dodges questions over future of HS2 rail

Speculation is mounting the government could delay or scrap the second leg of the line to Manchester. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/LPw2zCM

Average five-year mortgage drops below 6%

The typical rate for a five-year mortgage has fallen to 5.99% after interest rates were held. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZGD8cYK

Blackouts less likely this winter says National Grid

Supply is more secure this year suggesting less pressure on the network, the electricity system operator says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZRQrj7U

ChatGPT can now access up to date information

The chatbot's knowledge previously only included data up to September 2021, but not any more. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/I4eLNy0

Meta announces AI chatbots with 'personality'

At Meta's first in-person event since before the pandemic, Mark Zuckerberg announced his AI plans. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/QCAWgqu

Rosebank oil field: Will it mean cheaper energy bills?

Regulators have approved the development of a controversial oil field in the North Sea. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/lzERiHB

H&M admits it needs to improve sizing consistency

The retailer admits sizing needs to be more consistent after facing a backlash to its new returns fee. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NXyPxDm

HS2 firm 'cautious' about taking future UK projects

Speculation the rail line could be scrapped raises doubts about future projects, says construction firms. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/dD0FXae

Rosebank oil field given go-ahead by regulator

Development and production consents have been given to the offshore development west of Shetland. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZNk5gCB

Hollywood writers agree to end five-month strike after studio deal

They can return to work while they vote on whether to approve a three-year deal that offers pay rises. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Y04hJv9

Trump liable for fraud, judge finds in New York civil case

Donald Trump exaggerated his net worth and asset values to get better loans, a New York judge rules. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/rL52QS1

Reddit to begin paying people for popular posts

The social media site will split revenue with contributors who are awarded "gold" by other users. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/QhEFJCB

Shrinkflation strikes again as Galaxy chocolate gets smaller

Mars says making the bar smaller was "necessary" because of higher costs such as raw materials. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zuWY379

HS2: Scrapping Manchester link would be very stupid, says ex-rail chief

Former Strategic Rail Authority boss says cancelling the leg to Manchester would hurt other projects. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Epbc5rv

Water firms forced to pay back customers for poor performance

Regulator Ofwat orders companies to return £114m to households by cutting bills after missing targets. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/oxU8HyV

Evergrande shares slide as mainland unit misses debt payment

Several current and former executives have been detained, says Chinese business wire Caixin. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/qyvglZG

Spotify will not ban AI-made music, says boss

In a rare interview, Spotify boss Daniel Ek talks to the BBC about AI, regulation and Harry and Meghan. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NHRKWt0

US-China rivalry spurs investment in space tech

The race to get back to the moon is fuelling US investment in private sector space firms. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Q0WE9qm

Warning sick days at highest level for decade

Workers are taking more days off due to stress, Covid and the cost-of living crisis, research suggests. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/arbuhYP

Lego axes plan to make bricks from recycled bottles

The toy giant finds that the new crude oil-free material did not cut carbon emissions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/a4UciWB

State-owned British Business Bank makes £147m annual loss

The bank says wider economic problems led to a drop in the valuation of businesses it has invested in. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/bnPXDVe

The shadowy Chinese firm that owns chunks of Cambodia

It secured a deal to control a fifth of Cambodia's coastline - 15 years on, it has barely got started. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/1DYjAMH

Electric car rules could cost carmakers billions

New Brexit trade rules could push up the price of electric cars, manufacturers warn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/GN4ArIo

CBI: Scandal-hit organisation secures emergency funding

The business group has secured emergency funding from banks after a series of misconduct allegations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tvP7gCl

Locally controlled buses return to Greater Manchester after 37 years

Greater Manchester's mayor Andy Burnham hails the "coming-of-age moment" for English devolution. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tRh4NZE

HS2: 'Crazy' not to review project over soaring costs - Shapps

Grant Shapps cites Ukraine war costs and a spike in inflation as reasons to weigh up the rail project. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/VtK9sGX

How to save money even when the budget is tight

The interest paid on savings is better than anything seen for years, so how can you save when bills are rising? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NHhj74w

Rishi Sunak scraps home energy efficiency taskforce

The group set up to drive home insulation and boiler upgrades is a casualty of the PM's green rethink. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/s4mSu5a

MPs call for energy bill help to stave off winter crisis

Urgent action is needed to help households cope with higher bills, MPs say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XMrwAEB

HS2: Johnson warns against 'mutilated' version of HS2

The former PM airs concerns as firms seek clarity over the government's commitment to the rail link. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KD2CclF

Despite risks fish farms are booming in Africa

Farming fish has seen rapid growth in Africa but it can be an expensive, high-risk operation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/EIkL3oJ

NME: The high-end magazines making a vinyl-style comeback

The once-mass market UK music bible NME returns as a premium product with scarcity as a selling point. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/51hV4EG

NatWest confirms cash deposit glitch as customers say cash missing

The bank confirmed issues with its deposit machines after people reported difficulty accessing funds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/FByUaeY

JPEX: Hong Kong investigates influencer-backed crypto exchange

About 2,000 investors lost money on the JPEX platform which was advertised on Hong Kong's metro. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XlUd7Py

Five things to know about Lachlan Murdoch

The eldest son of Rupert Murdoch is taking over his father's media empire. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/gVCGi7f

Warning cost-of-living payments fail to last

The UK's biggest food bank provider says the payments provide only temporary respite before demand returns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/fzVDxwt

UK interest rate freeze ends run of 14 straight increases

The decision comes a day after figures revealed an unexpected slowdown in UK price rises in August. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/nea0pZT

H&M says free to return online purchases in store

Its website had previously said customers must pay £1.99 to return parcels either in store or online. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8QJdRlA

Is it possible to regulate artificial intelligence?

We are moving towards regulation of AI, but some experts maintain that it will never work. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NcaUMLb

Co-op boss warns of shoplifting 'anarchy'

The grocery chain says stores across the country are struggling with a rise in retail crime. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/R1SgH0Q

Bankrupted Post Office Horizon victim demands answers after 17 years

An ongoing inquiry into the Horizon IT scandal examines the case of Lee Castleton. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2o3pNDd

UK interest rate rise bets slashed after inflation fall

Interest rates were widely expected to rise to 5.5%, but half of investors now think they may not change. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yXgcxMA

Parents in US offered refunds for Fortnite purchases

Parents in the US whose children made unintended in-game purchases will be offered $245m (£198m) in refunds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/hEKl4nf

Warning petrol ban delay could stop people buying electric

Plans to push back the ban on new petrol and diesel cars could delay shift to electric, the SMMT says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/MWY2Bmh

Forget LA – it’s British film studios that are in demand

The film and high-end TV industry in the UK is seeing a frenzy of activity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/P6fxmhl

Government row with Facebook over private messages

The government has launched a campaign criticising Meta for planned encryption of Facebook messages. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/l8RM6Sj

Avanti West Coast and CrossCountry given new contracts

The rail operators have been awarded the long-term contract renewals by the Department for Transport. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NwOUz1f

UK inflation set to be highest of advanced economies

Prices will rise faster in the UK than in any other G7 economy this year, a forecast suggests. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/bT58zAF

H&M starts charging shoppers for online returns

Customers must now pay £1.99 when they return items either in store or online, although members are exempt. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NGr0aw2

Global oil prices surge to 10-month high

The price of a barrel of oil rose above $95 on Tuesday, stoking fears it could impact inflation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/fRVUiQa

Elon Musk: Social media platform X could go behind paywall

The billionaire suggested the social media platform, now called X, could charge for use of "the system". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/qiYmSTB

New tax divides India's booming computer games sector

The Indian government's forthcoming tax on the industry doesn't apply to all types of games. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/qyOlHVE

IMF pledges to stay in 'our lane' on climate

The US, a major backer of the IMF, has been pushing to refine the mission of the global lender. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Ri70hqb

Post Office: Horizon scandal victims offered £600,000 compensation

The sum is for postmasters whose wrongful convictions for theft and false accounting have now been overturned. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/1YPIlCf

Disability benefits cost could rocket, report says

The study says action needs to be taken to improve the health of people who are about to retire. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ducSpND

Two pubs a day disappearing in England and Wales

Some 383 pubs were demolished or converted for other uses between January and June, government figures show. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/VLEGc01

The firms hoping to take psychedelic drugs mainstream

Start-ups are tweaking psychedelic compounds to treat mental health conditions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/LD21rde

No final HS2 decision until revised costs known, say Labour

Shadow minister Pat McFadden says its policy on high speed rail will be set out in the party's manifesto. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/6HnEyGA

Shein in talks to buy Missguided from Mike Ashley's Frasers Group

Retail group Frasers is looking to sell the online clothing brand to the global fast fashion giant. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/vyVql27

Port Talbot: Tata Steel would have left UK without aid - Welsh secretary

A £500m UK government pledge saved Port Talbot's steelworks from closure, Welsh secretary says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/SglEcmZ

UAW strike: Biden says striking car workers deserve 'fair share'

The president urges Ford, General Motors and Stellantis to "go further" to meet the union demands. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/dZY7qw8

Job fears remain despite funds for Port Talbot steelworks

Residents and community leaders are worried about future steel jobs despite £1.2bn investment. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/AZVhQUt

First grain ships arrive in Ukraine using new route

Officials say the vessels will deliver 200,000 tonnes of wheat to world markets. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tJMzib8

Train drivers announce two more strike days

The Aslef union announces its latest industrial action in the long-running row over pay. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/y8aBK5S

Everton takeover news: Farhad Moshiri agrees to sell club to American investment fund

Premier League Everton are set to have new owners after Farhad Moshiri agrees to sell his 94% stake in the club to 777 Partners. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/h1QJbCg

Cost of living: Loyalty card prices mask price hikes, says Which?

Sainsbury's and Tesco deny misleading customers on price offers through loyalty schemes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/bMN2Zni

AI and sound - helping firms build their own 'sonic identity'

Artificial intelligence is assisting companies in developing their own signature sounds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/wPeL3YZ

Chick-fil-A to try again in UK four years after LGBT backlash

The US fast food chain closed its initial store in 2019 following protests by campaigners. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8R30ydt

Deloitte: Belfast jobs at risk as firm to make redundancies

Jobs will be lost in Belfast as the firm plans to cut 3% of its 27,000-person UK workforce. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/kLDUAgM

French iPhone 12 warning: European regulators examine alert on radiation levels

European regulators assess possible health risks after France's decision to temporarily halt sales. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/47DZOMf

France's Carrefour puts up 'shrinkflation' warning signs

Carrefour is telling its customers which products are smaller than they used to be. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/vZLxJp0

Tim Gurner: Australian tycoon calls for layoffs to fix worker attitudes

Tim Gurner says "we need to see pain in the economy" to remind people they are lucky to have jobs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/g9LCIbh

Arm share sale values UK chip designer at more than $54bn

The shares were priced at the top of the range that had been indicated to prospective investors. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Z0BXQI5

Cash payments rise for first time in 10 years

Payments made with notes and coins rose as the cost of living started to bite, but debit card use was higher. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/FB4RgE9

US inflation pressures stubborn as fuel prices rise

The US inflation rate was 3.7% over the 12 months to August, up from 3.2% in July. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/26etzs0

Major jobs announcement kicks off Belfast investment summit

The 1,000 new jobs at professional services firm EY will be based in Belfast and in the north west. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/QrKkuR8

France halts iPhone 12 sales over radiation levels

Apple has been told it must recall every iPhone 12 sold in the country if it cannot fix the problem. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/TJx0ki1

Qantas illegally fired 1,700 workers at start of pandemic, court rules

The airline has been embroiled in several scandals related to its business practices during the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/PrFQNba

Cryptoqueen: Accomplice jailed for 20 years for OneCoin financial scam

Sebastian Karl Greenwood was sentenced by a US judge for the massive scam that stole billions from investors. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9LwucR1

Google antitrust trial: Tech giant denies abusing power to gain monopoly

In a landmark trial brought by the US government, the tech giant denies using illegal practices to gain a monopoly. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/WDreohy

BP boss resigns amid review of 'personal relationships'

The oil giant had recently renewed a probe of Bernard Looney's relationships with colleagues. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/MrjvQ5n

Triple lock means state pension set to rise by 8.5% in April

It will be the second significant rise in the state pension in two years, but could pull more into paying tax. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9Oxnuef

Shoplifting an epidemic, says John Lewis boss

Dame Sharon White tells the BBC that shop workers are having to put up with abuse and attacks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mWRsB3L

Twinkies maker Hostess bought by food giant Smucker for $5.6bn

Fruit preserves and peanut butter giant JM Smucker is buying the producer of Donettes and Ho Hos. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ErixBsX

First Wilko store closures begin on Tuesday

Some 24 of the chain's shops will shut after it failed to find a buyer, with hundreds more to close. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/CMy26HB

Google monopoly trial: Is the US losing the fight against Big Tech?

A landmark trial against Google will be a key test of whether the US can rein in the industry. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ix7EG59

Can new Apple iPhone 15 thunder without lightning?

Apple is set to unveil the iPhone 15 later on today without its traditional lightning cable charger. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/UX7t3xa

Stopping the scammers who target online jobseekers

Fraudsters are using fake job ads to try to get people to give them money or their personal data. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/dwB2MfG

Spotify denies 30-second trick could make you rich

The streaming giant quashes a theory that listening to a song on repeat will rake in the royalties. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/D07LekS

What went wrong at Wilko?

The beloved discount retailer was founded in 1930 but now all 400 stores are set to close within weeks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/RrwtuZH

Wilko rescue deal fails sparking huge job loss fears

Canadian billionaire Doug Putman's rescue efforts were dashed by rising costs and a complicated deal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Fz2cRi1

Farmers 'struggling' to recruit harvest workers

Tessa Elliot says "potatoes aren't going to be on the table" if seasonal workers are not found. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/FtaGNqn

UK government to be reported to UN over strike law by TUC

The Trade Union Congress says it will make the report because the law does not meet global standards. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mObZAWX

Urban oases combine roof gardens and solar panels

Combining solar panels and a roof garden is a tricky and costly engineering task. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/euLXhTU

Stopping the scammers who target online jobseekers

Fraudsters are using fake job ads to try to get people to give them money or their personal data. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/u5SAOet

State pension and triple lock: What is it worth and when do you get it?

Figures being published will be critical to setting the annual increase in the state pension. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Yc8oJGi

Thodex cryptocurrency boss jailed for 11,196 years in Turkey for fraud

Faruk Fatih Ozer was found guilty of defrauding millions of dollars from investors in his collapsed Thodex platform. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/IxgYU2k

Apple shares slide after China government iPhone ban reports

The technology giant's stock market valuation has fallen by almost $200bn in the last two days. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9rOisKy

Fourth FTX executive Ryan Salame pleads guilty

The pleading comes ahead of the October trial of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/AIsCuNr

Five million vapes thrown away every week - research

Waste problem caused by single-use products quadruples in year, says Material Focus from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3Z7an0B

How AI may be a powerful tool in treating male infertility

Fertility experts are now using artificial intelligence to help find sperm in medical samples. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ygZMSUx

Vet prices: 'I spent £12,000 on my pug'

Pet owners reveal how much their vet bills set them back, as a review of the industry is launched. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/eVhYiRC

Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary hit with cream pies by climate protesters

Michael O'Leary declared the cream pies delicious after wiping himself down in Brussels. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9PbWFze

China exports fall for the fourth month in a row

The declines in trade were not as bad as expected and an improvement on the previous month. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZVSfQWn

Heating on prescription trial suggests fewer NHS visits

A trial by a UK university suggests patients prescribed free heating were hospitalised less often. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3wVqAjh

Deezer and Universal to launch 'artist-centric' streaming model

The new streaming model will generate bigger royalties for artists that people choose to listen to. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Ht6vIcj

Warning winter energy bills will be harder to cope with

Charities warn that households face a tough winter despite a fall in the price of gas and electricity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XO6l42F

Wilko shops set to close next week named

Staff being made redundant were told of the news this morning, with shops closing next week. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/eLWh2Pp

Students cut back on food as cost of living soars

Budgeting was insufficient to tackle the impact of rising prices, according to an official report. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/QIxTNt9

Disability and illness benefit changes proposed

The government says it hopes new work capability assessments reforms will come into force by 2025. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/pfRZUBL

Chevron and unions in talks to avert Australia LNG strike

Workers are scheduled to begin a series of stoppages from Thursday in the dispute over pay and conditions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zHwD6LX

Long wave radio fans mourn fading frequencies

Now disappearing, long wave radio broadcasts once gave a taste of far flung countries and cultures. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/uw5qO0C

Champneys founder Dorothy Purdew dies aged 91

Born to a working class family, Ms Purdew launched one of the UK's most successful spa chains. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/oQYzVf6

Schools struggle over RAAC crumbling concrete measures

A governor tells the BBC her school is struggling to find engineers to provide remedial work. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/h16RcKm

Wilko rival B&M saves up to 51 stores from closure

B&M has struck a deal to take on up to 51 of Wilko's 400 shops after it collapsed into administration. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/t1X8npT

Are spending cuts to blame for the schools concrete crisis?

Capital spending on education has been squeezed since 2010 as money has been redirected to healthcare. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZkJR5g8

Fuel price rises push up cost of full tank by around £4

The rises in August were among the steepest in 20 years but retailers did not bump up profits, says RAC. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/msERYJZ

Backlash sparks delay over rail ticket office closure plans

Passenger watchdogs have been given more time to assess the vast volume of responses to a consultation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jxrTRD3

New iPhone, new charger: Apple bends to EU rules

A European Union law will require portable devices to have a common charger by 2024. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/WHcN2LQ

Barbie overtakes Super Mario Bros to be 2023's biggest box office hit

Margot Robbie's hit movie becomes the year's most successful film at box offices around the world. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9GaY8jC

Airlines could face crackdown on hidden fees

Consumers should have accurate information upfront before making a purchase, the government says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/HxA9Eez

MPs question Asda owners on cost-of-living action

MPs ask Asda's co-owner, Mohsin Issa, whether issues over its finances are preventing more being done. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XprT9lu

Country Garden: Property shares jump on debt reprieve

The Chinese developer reportedly secured an extension to a key debt payment deadline at the weekend. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32GT4Rq

Rail disruption: Train cancellations as high as 13% in 2023

One station, managed by TransPennine Express, has had 13% of its trains cancelled. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/4YFW2b8

Five ways to save money on your packed lunch

The lunchbox is back after the summer holidays so here are some top tips on making savings at lunchtime. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/h5VFDpt

Tesco staff offered body cameras over crime fears

It follows similar moves by other retailers and daily incidents rising from 450 a day, up to 850. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ynQurkm

Octopus to buy Shell's household energy firm

About 1.4 million households will see their accounts switched to a new provider. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ojdBn1D

X, formerly Twitter, to collect biometric and employment data

The social media firm, formerly Twitter, will gather facial information if premium users give consent. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KTnhtki

House prices see biggest yearly decline since 2009

Nationwide says higher borrowing costs have led to a slowdown in activity in the housing market. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/SHGmoD9

Ukraine war: UK defence giant BAE Systems sets up local base

The firm says the move may allow it ultimately to produce light artillery inside Ukraine. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/rdE1HKB

Train strikes: Passengers face disruption from two strike days

The train drivers' union, Aslef, and the RMT union will take part in strike action over pay and jobs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/i1mtdWj

Storm power cuts: Maximum compensation nearly triples to £2,000

The energy watchdog has hiked the amount households and businesses can receive from £700 to £2,000. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/FHsqQ6B

Pret a Manger fined over London worker stuck in freezer

The woman, who was wearing only jeans and a T-shirt, was stuck for two and a half hours. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/uJUM3ps

Country Garden: Debt crisis-hit China property giant in record loss

Country Garden reported a record $6.7bn loss for the first six months of the year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/wDE4s2X

How long until a robot is doing your chores?

Advances in AI are accelerating the development of humanoid robots. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ubGyDMT

Wilko: Warning warehouse staff face redundancy

Job cuts may resume on Thursday if the current bidder does not submit the necessary paperwork in time. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8Mzky04

Families worry over cancelled flight expense costs

Passengers are having to fork out for food, travel and accommodation, but are worried about costs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/WAvpxwd

Brexit: EU-derived equal pay protections to be brought back

Women will keep the right to the same pay as men doing similar jobs in what Labour says is a government U-turn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/MonJitO

Scams impersonating financial regulator double

The Financial Conduct Authority says reports of scammers impersonating it have doubled. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9BA5Khl

Network Rail axes bonuses for staff who went on strike

Network Rail has withheld bonuses from union members who took part in strike action during a pay dispute. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2PcChrb

Ryanair says air traffic failure is not acceptable

Airline boss Michael O'Leary asks why there was no back-up system after glitch causes travel chaos. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Uxq8vn5

Wilko: GMB union seeks government meeting over administrators

The GMB union said bidders had reported "difficulties" engaging with administrators PwC. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/BQsUKgX

Price rises in shops at lowest for nearly a year

The retail trade body, British Retail Consortium, says price rises are slowing but remain high. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Jbde83s

Toyota halts all Japan assembly plants due to glitch

The world's largest car maker is investigating a system fault but says a cyber attack is unlikely. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Tku2BYN

Ulez expanded to include whole of outer London

Drivers must pay a £12.50 charge per day for driving a non-compliant vehicle in the zone from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/iU2TmuS

Why empty lorries are a problem and how to fix it

With one third of lorries in the UK driving empty, some hauliers are turning to technology for help. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/bp864Bj

What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?

Technical glitches may cause disruption at airports but passengers do have rights. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/hby3sIC

Air traffic control: Airlines warn of flight delays over technical fault

"Technical issue" hits UK air traffic control systems, with airlines warning of delays to flights from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KjD6lmc

How robotaxis are dividing San Francisco

The city has become the crucible of an experiment - are robotaxis ready for the streets? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/IJ5cvz4

Help to buy homes from 'Bank of Family' rises

The so-called Bank of Mum and Dad has grown, with more than 300,000 home purchases set for 2023. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/n3XqA2d

Morley's: The family-run chicken shop with cult status

Founded in 1985, Morley's has featured in music videos and counts the likes of Stormzy as loyal customers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/oSVtdzR

Evergrande: Crisis-hit Chinese property giant reports $4.5bn loss

The heavily-indebted firm's shares are set to resume trading in Hong Kong from Monday. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/OGdY5jp

Labour rules out wealth tax if party wins next election

Shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves says extra money for public services must come from economic growth. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/T8SIWDH

Wilko: New bid emerges for stricken retail chain

A private equity firm makes a £90m bid for the business and pledges to retain all jobs for two years. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/BQcjTIt

The elusive man at the top of the OnlyFans empire

Leonid Radvinsky, a 41-year-old entrepreneur based in Florida, owns all the shares of the company. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yzQKpe8

John Lewis joins M&S and Tesco in cutting price of period pants

The price of the garments will fall by the current rate of VAT at John Lewis and Waitrose next week. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ztDd467

Crystal Bar vape giant deletes TikTok after giveaway with no age verification

UK's second-biggest vape company, Chinese-owned SKE, has since deleted some social media accounts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/nZNsLPG

Kleenex is pulling out of Canada due to 'unique complexities'

Kimberly-Clark is pulling its consumer facial tissues from Canada, citing “unique complexities". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jSgcFzD

Former Co-operative Bank chairman Paul Flowers charged with fraud

Paul Flowers is due to face a charge of fraud by abuse of position between June 2016 and October 2017. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/viIp380

US faces more interest rate rises to cool inflation

Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell said the pace of price increases remained "too high". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8wrBQ5d

Renters' rights violations to be investigated

The UK's competition authority said some landlords may not be following consumer protection rules. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/PtRjkmc

Heineken sells off Russian beer business for €1

The lager-maker will take a huge loss on the division which, it said, had taken longer to jettison. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/wS51I6e

OnlyFans owner gets $338m payout

The platform says it now hosts more than three million creators, serving almost 240 million users. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/TVHwFUf

US government sues Elon Musk's SpaceX over hiring policy

The US Department of Justice says rocket firm discriminated against refugees and asylum seekers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/BKokPc0

What's next for Wilko and its 12,500 workers?

The retailer is in administration but that doesn't necessarily mean it will disappear from the High Street. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/P5KvbxI

Mary Earps: Nike will sell 'limited quantities' of England World Cup goalkeeper shirts

England fans will be able to buy Mary Earps replica goalkeeper shirts after Nike say "limited quantities" would go on sale. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/P2bBFle

Subway agrees sale to Dunkin' and Baskin-Robbins owner Roark Capital

The sandwich maker has been bought by Roark Capital, ending six decades of family ownership. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/J5xmoYq

Gatwick Airport: Bank holiday strike threat off after pay deal agreed

The Unite union calls off industrial action by ground handlers after securing improved pay deals. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/iVSOZtK

Gas prices fall as fears over Australian strike recede

A strike at a major Australian gas plant had threatened to disrupt global supplies. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/rqLJmzZ

Paddington Bear stamps released by Royal Mail for 65th anniversary

The Peruvian bear was first seen in 1958 after featuring in the book A Bear Called Paddington. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/GLSpNYF

Nvidia: artificial intelligence chip giant sees sales more than double

The California-based company dominates the market for chips used in artificial intelligence systems. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/GS3HxMy

Rising numbers seek help for energy bill debts, warns Citizens Advice

Citizens Advice says it has seen a 17% rise the number of people asking for help with gas and electricity bills. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/FUGj9BP

NatWest: Former boss set for £2.4m pay package after Farage scandal

It comes a month after Dame Alison Rose quit the bank over the closure of Nigel Farage's account. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/25l9V3r

Bank fined £5.4m after energy traders used WhatsApp

Morgan Stanley is punished by the energy regulator in the first fine under transparency rules. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/JiPG1Xt

Boots infant formula adverts broke rules - watchdog

Advertising watchdog found Boots promoted infant milk formula in adverts, which is prohibited. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NRg0hHO

Getir delivery firm cuts more than a tenth of workforce

The Turkish rapid grocery delivery service cuts 2,500 jobs after facing a backlash in many European cities. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/fN0IJSW

Stonehaven crash: Network Rail to face fatal derailment charges

Three people died when a train hit a landslide after heavy rain near Stonehaven in 2020. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3ycJQzu

Microsoft makes new deal to buy Call of Duty giant

Firm makes fresh offer to acquire Activision after the UK competition watchdog rejected its first bid. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XjRJeEG

Public borrowing below forecasts despite July rise

Government borrowing rose to £4.3bn last month, but was lower than expectations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9dvcAiu

Former Bank of England boss to head Bloomberg board

The financial and media firm's product head Vlad Kliatchko was named as chief executive in the shakeup. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/9jy2fuL

Big firm bosses' pay rose 16% as workers squeezed

Analysis from the High Pay Centre suggests the average pay of a FTSE 100 boss was £3.91m last year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/liVKJ9Y

Lost luggage showing signs of recovery after hitting 10-year high

New airline data indicates the number of lost, delayed or damaged bags is returning to pre-pandemic levels. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZzxHotF

UK microchip giant Arm files to sell shares in US

Cambridge-based Arm files papers to list in New York after opting against London, in a blow to the UK. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zJ28piM

Virtual reality brings new vision to workplace training

Staff are being asked to put on VR goggles when they go on a course or team-building session. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/uLjhTGX

Gas prices rise on fears of strikes in Australia

Benchmark gas prices for the EU and UK rose around 10% on Monday, according to Bloomberg. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/xS5HB2O

Car breakdowns due to potholes soar in rainy July

The AA saw call-outs jump with drivers reporting damage after wet weather hampered road repairs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/DBl25Xs

Morrisons' bras and pants carry NHS cancer check label

Underwear labels urge people to contact their GP if they spot symptoms of breast or testicular cancer. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Emuzfth

Pioneering wind-powered cargo ship sets sail

Inventors hope maiden voyage will help usher in new era of greener shipping. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/LgXcYvD

China cuts key interest rate as recovery falters

The country's post-Covid recovery has been hit by a property crisis, falling exports and weak consumer spending. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mbOIALS

Maiden Pharmaceuticals: Fury in The Gambia a year after cough syrup deaths

Grieving parents say regulators in both India and The Gambia failed their young children. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZaxiwKk

Holiday firms urge PM to allow watchdog to fine airlines

Travel companies would like to see extra powers given to the Civil Aviation Authority later this year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/nVURy5g

Waitrose offers police free coffees to deter thieves

Waitrose and John Lewis are offering free hot drinks under the "Thanks a Latte" initiative. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/WMVyANa