What is the least valuable British coin ever?

Is the current 1p piece the least valuable British coin since the currency was unified in 1707?

Lettings fee ban brings cheer to tenants

A new law begins saving renters in England from big upfront fees, but landlords say rents could rise.

HMRC leads number spoofing crackdown to prevent fraud

Fraudsters have manipulated caller number displays to show actual tax authority's phone numbers.

The sea-cooled eco-resort that's nearly mosquito-free

The Brando resort in French Polynesia is close to being carbon neutral and self-sustainable.

Sir Philip Green charged with assault in US

The British retail tycoon is accused of four counts of inappropriately touching a fitness instructor.

China's tariff hikes on US goods come into force

The retaliatory taxes on US goods come into force amid China's threat to blacklist some US firms.

Trump's threat of Mexico trade war sends markets lower

Wall Street follows European markets lower as fears of Mexico trade war hits shares in carmakers.

India loses place as world's fastest-growing economy

India falls behind China after growth in the first three months of 2019 slowed to 5.8%.

Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg 'survives' leadership vote

Some shareholders wanted Facebook's chairman and chief executive to step down from one of his roles.

UK in two-week coal-free record

The UK has not used coal to generate electricity since 17 May, the longest period since the 1880s,

Scots weather helps drive Mountain Warehouse expansion

Mountain Warehouse says it has plans for new stores in Edinburgh, Aberdeen and Inverness.

House prices slip in May in subdued market

Nationwide building society said "uncertainty" would weigh on the housing market.

JP Morgan to pay historic settlement in paternity leave case

The Wall Street bank will pay $5m to settle a paternity case which lawyers say is the first of its kind.

Why Californian wine will soon cost more in Beijing

China is poised to hike tariffs on US goods and American farmers and vineyards are set to feel the pain.

Trump announces tariffs on all Mexico goods in latest anti-immigration measure

The US president says he will impose rising tariffs until Mexico ends illegal immigration into the US.

Energy firms 'must do more for elderly customers'

The industry needs to do more to identify and protect vulnerable people, an independent report says.

Letting agency 'ousts tenants and takes belongings'

Three tenants say they arrived home to find locks had been changed and rooms emptied.

How damaging is the Huawei row for the US and China?

What do Washington's latest moves against Huawei mean for any US-China trade deal?

Business lobby group CBI warns Tories over no-deal Brexit

The CBI warns Tory leadership candidates a no-deal Brexit would do "severe" damage to businesses.

Uber posts $1bn loss weeks after stock market listing

The taxi company's first set of figures since going public come after its share price slumped.

Boeing admits it 'fell short' on safety alert for 737

Boeing admits it fell short on implementing a safety alert system on the 737 Max

Brazil economy contracts for the first time since 2016

The 0.2% quarter-on-quarter contraction adds to scrutiny of the president's attempts to revive the economy,

Conrad Black plans return to the Lords after Trump pardon

The former media mogul wants to return to his Lords seat after a presidential pardon

Chevron to become second firm to pull out of North Sea exploration

Chevron's $2bn deal with Ithaca Energy follows ConocoPhillips pulling out of UK exploration and production last month.

Disney could pull productions from Georgia over abortion law

Disney's CEO says it would be "difficult " to over-rule people who didn't want to work in the state.

First Group to sell Greyhound buses in US

The company says it will seek a buyer for the US bus operations as it fights of an activist investor.

Brexit shutdown slashes UK car production by 45%

Brexit shutdowns in April almost halve UK car production

Premier League leads European football to £25bn valuation

The European football industry is now worth a record amount, according to new figures from Deloitte.

Young adults benefit from better pay

The proportion of low-paid workers in Britain has fallen to its lowest level since 1980, a think tank says.

5G: Finally, it's here in the UK - but so what?

A brief guide to what 5G offers today and how it should improve over the years to come.

Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg to face leadership vote

Some shareholders want Facebook's chairman and chief executive to step down from one of his roles.

Carbon credit fraud trial collapses as expert witness was no expert

Evidence against eight fraud defendants had been "cut-and-pasted" from the witness's other cases.

Boeing 737 Max could be grounded for months, says airline body

The airline industry's trade body says the crisis-hit aircraft is unlikely to fly again before August.

Channel Islands 'among worst tax havens' worldwide

A tax pressure group ranks what it describes as the most "aggressive" corporate tax havens in the world.

'Don't ignore' credit card warning letters

Providers could suspend credit cards if persistent borrowers fail to speed up repayments by March.

Ticketing app Trainline looks to raise £75m from share sale

The rail ticketing app is expected to be one of the biggest stock market listings of the year.

UK 'needs more overseas vets and architects', say government advisers

Migration rules should be relaxed for some jobs to plug gaps in the labour market, officials say.

Northern rail: Mayors call for government takeover

Andy Burnham and Steve Rotheram urge a government takeover amid continuing passenger woe.

Probe into £1.3bn doorstep lender bid

The competition watchdog asks if the hostile bid for Provident Financial would "lessen competition".

NCA investigates how owner afforded £80m London homes

UK investigators use anti-corruption orders to demand the source of a foreign official's wealth.

Huawei: US move to blacklist firm sets a 'dangerous precedent'

Huawei says the US is "using the strength of an entire nation to come after a private company".

WH Smith 'worst' retailer in UK, says Which? survey

The retailer was criticised for "poor" value for money and service in a survey of 7,700 shoppers.

Real Madrid 'most valuable club in Europe', says KPMG

The Spanish club tops KPMG's study of top sides' "enterprise value", ahead of Man Utd and Bayern Munich.

Natwest most complained about bank for fraud claims

NatWest is the most complained about bank when it comes to handling fraud claims, BBC Watchdog finds.

Could making recycling pay save the planet?

Encouraging recycling as a moral good may not make sense.

Are rare earth minerals China's trump card in its trade war with US?

There is speculation that China might restrict rare earth minerals to the US. What could the impact be?

Johnson & Johnson faces trial over opioid crisis in Oklahoma

The battle over who is responsible for the US opioid crisis begins playing out in an Oklahoma court.

British Steel receives 80 offers of interest

The Official Receiver says it is making "good progress" finding potential buyers for the collapsed firm.

Boots review puts 200 stores at risk of closure

The High Street chain is reviewing areas where it has more than one store.

MacKenzie Bezos pledges to donate half her $37bn fortune

The ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos pledges to give half of her $37bn fortune to charity.

Five-a-side football firm Goals faces poor results

The football company is still trying to resolve major VAT errors and its shares remain suspended.

P&O seeks £33m in damages over Brexit ferry settlement

The company also wants courts to cancel the Department for Transport's settlement with Eurotunnel.

Sports Direct: Shirebrook headquarters sold for £120m

The retail group sells the freehold to its Derbyshire base to a Malaysian pension fund for £120m.

Women's fashion chain Select in rescue attempt

Administrators have proposed a second company voluntary arrangement (CVA) to try to cut costs.

Homebuilder Galliford rejects Bovis offer

Bovis had offered £950m in shares for Galliford's Linden Homes and Partnerships & Regeneration arms.

Car theft payouts 'at seven-year high'

Claims for January to March were the highest for any quarter since 2012, the insurance industry body says.

Refund scheme for scam victims begins

With fraud victims losing huge sums, a new code will offer more protection - but not all banks are signed up.

Facebook facing most probes by Irish data regulator

Big tech companies are feeling the heat as the General Data Protection Regulation gathers momentum.

Five tech trends shaping the beauty industry

Five tech trends shaping the beauty industry

Fiat Chrysler proposes merger with Renault

Fiat said the proposed tie-up would create a "world leader" in the rapidly changing auto sector.

'There's nothing to stop me working'

The numbers of over 70s still working has more than doubled in the past decade.

What's gone wrong with Brazil's economy?

The hopes for a resurgent Brazilian economy have receded since the election of Jair Bolsonaro

'I think wine is in my blood'

How Lizzy Rudd runs family business Berry Bros and Rudd, the UK's oldest wine merchant.

Why Huawei's Google woes worry Africa

Will Africa's governments and consumers have to choose between using US and Chinese technology?

Can Sir Philip Green save his retail empire?

Will Arcadia's restructuring save the company or hasten its demise?

How will Modi handle India's economy?

With an even bigger electoral mandate, India's new government is in a position to push ahead with reforms.

‘Cosplay helps me express myself'

Cosplaying - dressing up as a character from a film, book, or a game - is growing in popularity in India.

Sir Philip Green to close 25 more Evans and Miss Selfridge stores

The latest closures by his struggling Arcadia empire will include mostly Evans and Miss Selfridge shops.

'I drive in the bus lane'

How Norway is persuading motorists to switch to electric cars.

What the Jamie's Italian collapse can teach rival chains

About 15 restaurants are closing each week across the UK.

'I entrusted my pension to German builders'

A BBC investigation finds a property group which borrowed millions in pension savings has not paid some people back by the promised date.

Thames Water boss Steve Robertson steps down

The UK's largest water and waste water firm has struggled with leaks and falling profits.

Felixstowe port death: Essex firm fined after worker killed

A 58-year-old man was killed when a hose violently whipped round and struck him.

Sir Philip Green told to fund Arcadia's pension deficit

The Topshop tycoon has been asked to put his own money into the firm's pension pot.

Harvey Weinstein 'to settle with accusers for $44m'

The film producer reached a deal with women who say he sexually abused them, his lawyers tell media.

UK retail sales stall in April

The ONS said sales were flat in April, as clothing sales offset declines in other sectors.

Mothercare sales plunge as losses widen

The baby goods retailer says it is on a "sounder footing", even though UK sales fell nearly 9%.

Stagecoach takes legal action over West Coast franchise

Stagecoach and its partners were disqualified from running three rail franchises last month.

Facebook: Another three billion fake profiles culled

Mark Zuckerberg hits back at calls to break up Facebook, as it reveals it removed a record number of hateful posts.

Trump says Huawei could be part of trade deal

Huawei could feature in a US-China trade pact despite being "very dangerous", says the US president.

Facebook plans to launch 'GlobalCoin' currency in 2020

The social media giant is planning to set up a crypto-currency in around 12 countries by early 2020.

US regulators defend 737 Max actions

The Federal Aviation Administration tells the BBC it didn't have the information needed to ground the planes.

How the microscope became a million dollar idea

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how the microscope became a million dollar idea.

More than 550 jobs 'at risk' after proposed chicken factory closure

Food group 2 Sisters announces its site in Witham could shut and says it will look to redeploy staff.

Markets dip as US-China trade war spooks investors

Investors get the jitters as tensions rise between the US and China.

Huawei: China warns of investment blow to UK over 5G ban

A top Chinese diplomat tells the BBC there could be "substantial" repercussions if the UK bars Huawei.

Set curfew for online money lending, say academics

Research says late-night online access to credit means people borrow more than they can afford to repay.

Sir Philip Green 'grabbed women's breasts' Lords told

Lord Hain uses parliamentary privilege to make allegations about staff complaints

Colluding drug firms 'cost the NHS millions of pounds'

The competition regulator says that four drugs firms forced the price of an anti-nausea tablet up by 700%.

HS2 boss: Business case for Northern extension is 'clear'

Mark Thurston says the "real prize" for the UK would be the completion of the high-speed rail network.

Panasonic 'suspends transactions' with Huawei after US ban

US restrictions on Chinese telecoms giant Huawei are having a ripple effect across the tech industry.

Boeing: Regulators to meet about grounded 737 Max

Regulators will discuss when the Boeing jet can return to the skies following two crashes.

Avon to be acquired by Brazil's Natura for £1.6bn

The new combined company will boast 3,200 stores worldwide with a presence in 100 countries.

Sky Bet boss: 'Industry should consider funding treatment centres'

The boss of one of the UK's biggest betting companies says more needs to be done to help problem gamblers.

Netball counts down to World Cup 'summer of excitement'

The 2019 Netball World Cup can boost the game on and off the court, and build on England's 2018 Commonwealth Games success.

What have economists been getting wrong?

Evan Davis explains how the field of economics is asking itself some tough questions.

Feeling the impact of Trump's foreign worker squeeze

US firms say President Trump has made it harder to hire the skilled foreign workers they need.

Topshop tycoon Sir Philip Green to close 23 stores

Up to 520 jobs are in jeopardy under Sir Philip Green's deal to cut rents and revitalise the business.

Google's Ad Exchange faces privacy probe by Irish regulator

The Irish Data Protection Commission will look into whether Google's Ad Exchange system is GDPR-compliant.

Tackling the world's single-use plastic problem

Tackling the world's single-use plastic problem

British Steel collapse: the role of Greybull Capital

The secretive investment firm also owned Monarch Airlines and Comet.

Prada to stop using fur from next year

The Italian fashion house will no longer use fur from next year, joining the list of fur-free brands.

PMQs: Corbyn and May on saving British Steel and jobs

Jeremy Corbyn says the government has "again failed our steel industry" with thousands of jobs at risk at British Steel and in its supply chain.

North-South divide in house prices

Property values fell by 1.9% in London in the year to March, but rose by 3.6% in Yorkshire and Humberside.

Pret to buy Eat in vegan deal

Pret a Manger is buying food chain Eat to "turbo-charge" its Veggie Pret chain.

British Steel enters insolvency endangering 5,000 jobs

British Steel enters compulsory liquidation, threatening 5,000 jobs directly and 20,000 more indirectly.

Energy bills push inflation to 2019 high

Consumer inflation was 2.1% in April, boosted by energy price rises and air fares.

Huawei: ARM memo tells staff to stop working with China’s tech giant

Chinese company dealt "insurmountable" blow as chip designer says it must comply with US trade ban.

EE to launch UK's first 5G service in May

EE will be first to market with 5G in the UK in six of the country's major cities.

Record penalty for firm in gas supply failures

Cadent left customers without supplies for an average of 19 days and had no records for 775 tower blocks.

M&S sales and profits fall amid shake-up

The retailer says it is making "good progress" as it pursues a programme of store closures.

Boeing 737 Max: China's top airlines seek compensation

China was the first country to ground the 737 Max in March after two fatal crashes involving the jets.

US firms in China fear 'retaliation' against Huawei curbs: AmCham

A top lobby group says US firms in China are worried about Beijing's response to curbs on Huawei.

British Steel future hanging in the balance

Anxious workers in Scunthorpe are waiting to hear the fate of the UK's second-biggest steel maker.

TalkTalk data breach customer details found online

Personal details for 4,545 TalkTalk customers stolen during a 2015 data breach are accessible online.

Maternity rights bill could make things worse, campaigner says

Politicians want to extend women's legal protection against being made redundant when going back to work.

What went wrong at Jamie's Italian?

Stretched staff, cavernous premises and the curse of the coupon.

How computing's first 'killer app' changed everything

Technology reshapes the workplace in much subtler ways than simply robots stealing jobs.

Are barcodes the way to protect dementia patients?

How technology and community support is keeping people with dementia in Japan safe.

If a house was designed by machine, how would it look?

This house was designed using algorithms and machines. They chose complex, organic-looking forms.

Shoe giants urge Trump to end trade war

Nike and Adidas are among 170 firms who claim higher tariffs are 'catastrophic' for consumers.

Urban Outfitters to rent out clothing

The retailer is launching a monthly subscription service for fashionistas who are happy to share.

What are the EU rules about state aid?

What does the EU say about state aid and could Brexit make it easier?

Holidaymakers hit as pound slides

As half-term holidays loom, the pound fell below $1.27 for the first time since January.

Jamie Oliver restaurant chains collapse

UK celebrity chef Jamie Oliver’s restaurants go into administration, putting up to 1,300 jobs at risk.

British Steel on verge of administration

The UK's second-biggest steel maker has been seeking £75m in government backing to help it stay afloat.

Tesco Bank to pull out of mortgage market

The bank blames "challenging market conditions" for its decision to stop offering new mortgages.

Ren Zhengfei says US government 'underestimates' Huawei

A dispute over Huawei has escalated with implications for the firm, the tech sector and consumers.

Millions lost in 'celebrity-backed scams'

Celebrity influencers are being used to promote cryptoasset or currency trading schemes which are scams.

Premier League clubs 'fail to cash in on stadium rights'

Teams are missing out on £142m from their stadiums, with Man United's ground the most valuable asset, a report says.

Electric cars still need to win over UK drivers

Only one in four people would consider buying a fully electric car in the next five years, a study says.

Teaching machines to write better adverts than humans

AI-powered advertising copywriters are coming, but can they be taught to be as inventive as humans?

'The bullying got worse and worse and I snapped'

How a troubled childhood gave investor Guy Hands the drive to succeed in life.

How Japan is keeping people with dementia safe

Each year in Japan thousands of elderly dementia sufferers go missing, but technology can now help.

Middlesbrough: Keeping the flames alive at final foundry

Sam Turner is the youngest member of a foundry team and is keen to keep the skills alive.

The Nobel prize-winner tackling Parkinson's disease

Nobel prize-winner Randy Schekman is launching a new project to tackle Parkinson's disease.

Marathon Oil firm fined £1.16m for North Sea gas release

It happened on the Brae Alpha platform in 2015, luckily while most of the personnel were gathered for their Boxing Day meal.

Ford announces 7,000 job cuts

The US car giant says it will shed 10% of its global workforce by the end of August to save $600m a year.

Thomas Cook reassures holidaymakers after shares plunge

Troubled travel firm has been reassuring customers who flooded the firm with concerns about holiday trips.

Greenpeace activists inside boxes block BP headquarters

Those inside the containers have enough food and water to last them for a week, it is claimed.

Royal Mail to launch parcel postboxes

Customers will be able to post parcels in the same way as letters, as long as postage is pre-paid.

Ryanair cautious on outlook as profits slide

Europe's biggest discount airline says profits could fall again as fuel prices rise and fares fall.

Billionaire Robert F Smith to pay entire US class's student debt

A US billionaire shocks graduating students in Atlanta by promising to pay off their student loans.

Japan economy beats expectations of slowdown

Analysts had tipped the world's third largest economy would shrink slightly at the start of 2019.

Rail passengers lost 3.9m hours in 2018, Which? report says

About 80 trains a day were significantly late and another 660 trains per day were cancelled.

Warning over 'new eurozone crisis'

Dr Lars Feld, one of the German Council of Economic Experts, was one of the first last year to warn of a slowdown in Europe's largest economy.

Google 'restricts Huawei's use of Android'

New Huawei smartphones will lose access to some of Google's programmes, Reuters news agency reports.

Manchester Airport cancels flights

A "power issue" affects fuelling at Manchester Airport, causing delays and cancellations.

Commuters braced as railway timetables change

Rail firms and regulators say there will be no repeat of the chaos which hit the network in 2018.

Are our weddings too white?

Why it might be time to rethink the way we celebrate as more couples come from diverse backgrounds.

The firms turning their workers into owners

Aficionados of employee-owned companies say it makes perfect business sense.

How the humble brick built the world

Why bricks are still a vital building technology.

US supercomputer maker Cray Inc bought in £1bn deal

Buyer HPE hopes to capture more of the market for data generated by areas such as artificial intelligence.

‘Booth babes’ cause controversy at business show

Visitors express surprise and dismay that an exhibitor used "booth babes" to attract attention to its stand.

Trump delays tariffs on car imports

The decision is delayed to allow more time for trade talks with the European Union and Japan.

Pound slides to four-month low after Brexit talks end

Investors are pricing in a higher chance of the UK leaving the EU without a deal, say analysts.

EasyJet chief defends Champions League final flight costs

Johan Lundgren says demand for flights to Madrid for the Champions League final has forced up prices.

Thomas Cook shares 'worthless', says Citigroup

Shares in the travel firm plunge almost 30% after Citigroup says the company's shares have no value.

Amazon invests in Deliveroo food courier

Deliveroo says it is looking forward to working with "customer obsessed" Amazon.

Facebook bans "inauthentic" accounts targeting Africa

Facebook blocked an Israeli firm it said was behind fake accounts mostly targeting elections in Africa.

Bus services should be designed for young people, says watchdog

Transport Focus says tickets need to be easier to buy and recommends firms install onboard wi-fi.

LGBT harassment at work widespread, TUC survey suggests

Employers should be responsible from protecting staff from harassment, says the TUC.

The doctor who invented 18 medical devices

Professionals are finding holes in the system and turning into entrepreneurs to fill gaps in the market.

The pistachios that need police protection

In Sicily, police are moving to stop criminals stealing the island's pistachios ahead of this year's harvest.

Boeing completes 737 Max software upgrade

The firm will seek certification from the US regulator which grounded the jet after two crashes.

British Steel raises funds as it seeks 'permanent solution'

The firm has borrowed money from its backers as it seeks a "permanent solution" to its financial woes.

Metro Bank announces £350m fundraising to bolster finances

The lender has begun selling new shares to bolster its finances, in bid a to ease fears over its future.

Hawksmoor wine mistake: How is any bottle worth £4,500?

Experts explain why wine can be priced at thousands of pounds, how it tastes, and who buys it.

Pret a Manger 'to buy Eat' in vegetarian push

The sandwich chain is reported to be in talks to buy rival Eat to turn its 94 stores into vegetarian outlets.

Five seater self-flying air taxi unveiled

Lilium says the craft, which had its first test flight this month, could travel 300km in an hour.

UK to scrap passenger landing cards

Passengers landing at UK airports will no longer have to complete landing cards, the Home Office says.

Huawei: China threatens to retaliate over US sanctions

US-China tensions have risen after President Trump imposed measures widely thought to target Huawei.

BT staff to get £500 in shares every year

The awards are meant to improve motivation as the firm continues with a difficult turnaround plan.

Banks fined €1bn by EU for currency rigging

The European Commission fines five banks a total of €1.07bn for forming cartels to rig currency trading.

From sleeping on the streets to designing for Ted Baker

Last year Jamal Reilly was sleeping rough on the streets of London.

US-China trade war: What is President Trump's strategy?

China has various options at its disposal, beyond tariffs, in the power struggle with the United States.

Thomas Cook says Brexit hitting holiday plans

The tour operator reports a huge first half loss and says it has received bids for its airline.

Tesla to update battery software after recent car fires

The move follows reports that a parked car caught fire in Hong Kong, after a similar incident in Shanghai.

What has happened to energy since privatisation?

What has happened to bills, profits and how the UK compares with the rest of the EU?

HS2 will 'short change' the the North, say peers

HS2 does not offer value for money and could "short change" the North, warns Lords committee.

Government announces new register for retail landlords

New BBC research into who owns the High Street prompts government announcement on a new register for landlords.

Trump declares national emergency over IT threats

The US president declares a national emergency to protect US networks from "foreign adversaries".

New York's Met museum to shun Sackler family donations

The Sackler family owns Purdue Pharma, which manufactures opioids linked to the deaths of thousands.

Labour's energy plan 'last thing' National Grid needs

The firm behind the UK's energy networks says the party's plans would delay the switch to green energy.

Trump-branded properties 'underperforming'

A Trump tax consultant reportedly said "some negative connotation is associated with the brand".

China's Xi Jinping urges openness amid US trade war

The Chinese leader says it is "stupid" to believe in racial superiority as tensions with the US rise.

Loan charge - retrospective tax bills for freelancers

IT contractors, oil and gas workers, locum doctors, social workers and nurses who took advice from accountants, recruitment firms and tax advisers face unexpected tax demands.

Pilots 'raised Boeing safety fears' months before Ethiopia crash

American Airlines pilots reportedly raised concerns months before the second deadly 737 Max crash.

What's the secret of life satisfaction?

It's not what you earn, it's the way that you spend it, say statisticians, but health's what gets results.

Richer Sounds boss wants 'to do the right thing'

Julian Richer's decision to hand ownership of his company to staff confirms his unorthodox approach.

Asda could be listed on the stock market after blocked merger

Walmart considers listing its Asda business after its merger deal with rival Sainsbury's was blocked.

Phone and internet users to get end-of-contract alerts

Internet, pay-TV, and phone subscribers in the UK must be told when their lock-ins are about to end.

Trump says Fed could help 'win' trade war with China

Mr Trump suggests the Fed could help the US 'win' its trade war if it 'matches' China's stimulus efforts.

Huawei says willing to sign 'no-spy' agreements

The Chinese telecoms firm has drawn international scrutiny amid concerns it poses a security risk.

Payday loan complaints reach five year high

The behaviour of some loan firms is deemed 'unacceptable' by the watchdog, the Financial Ombudsman Service.

Diet pills sold to teenager by UK stores, BBC report finds

Boots, Superdrug and Holland & Barrett tested allowed 17-year-old to purchase diet pills, a BBC investigation has revealed.

William Hill advert linked betting to sexual success

A William Hill advert that appeared on Tinder broke advertising rules, a watchdog rules.

Conjuring designs from thin air in a virtual world

How virtual reality tech is finally beginning to fulfil its potential for business.

Metro Bank hopes to unveil fresh funding

The troubled bank hopes to announce it has secured hundreds of millions of pounds in new investment.

Smart meters: Why they are driving some people mad

Energy customers are under pressure to install smart meters, but many just don't function properly.

Virgin mobile outage hits customers across the UK

Customers across the UK are struggling to make calls, send text messages and use mobile data.

British Steel seeks government loan for 'Brexit issues'

The steelmaker says it is seeking another government loan amid reports it is close to administration.

Richer Sounds staff to get windfall as founder hands over shares

Some 522 staff will get an average of £8,000 after Julian Richer hands over a 60% stake in the retailer.

Advice and tips on what to do following the WhatsApp cyber attack and protect your device

Wake Up To Money's Sean Farrington joins Nicky Campbell for a Your Call special in the wake of the WhatsApp hack on how you can protect your device from cyber attack.

Markets calm amid hopes for US-China talks

China says the two countries are in touch, but does not say if trade talks will resume.

Cow & Gate in baby food recall from major supermarkets

The company says a baby food product - Cheesy Broccoli Bake - may contain fragments of rubber.

Amazon launches collection points at Next stores

Next says the collection points will help it to stay relevant in a "tough" retail environment.

Vodafone's 5G UK service to launch in July

The firm will offer its next-generation mobile network to businesses and the public in seven cities.

UK jobless rate falls to lowest since mid-70s

The unemployment rate fell to 3.8% in the first three months of the year, official figures show.

Vodafone cuts payout to shareholders

The mobile phone giant swings to a huge annual loss and cuts its dividend for the first time.

US jury awards $2bn damages in Roundup weedkiller cancer claim

A Californian couple said the glyphosate-based product Roundup had caused their cancer.

Who loses out in the US-China trade war?

Donald Trump says tariffs are benefitting the US, but economists disagree.

Bring your own lunchbox to cut plastic waste, says charity

The UK's lunch-on-the-go habit is creating nearly 11bn items of waste a year, say campaigners.

Autonomy ex-finance chief sentenced to jail for HP fraud

Sushovan Hussain faces five years in prison for fraud linked to the $11bn sale of Autonomy to HP.

Apple faces customer lawsuit over app store

Apple charges 30% commission on all app purchases, but there is nowhere else for iPhone users to buy them.

Swindon Honda closure 'a body blow', says Unite

Honda said "no viable alternative" to the Swindon plant closure had been found during consultation.

Uber shares drop further as markets slide

The ride-sharing app sees falls further below its float price amid wider market turmoil.

Monsanto 'compiled dossier' on political opponents

French authorities investigate the chemical firm over a database of 200 high-profile critics.

China hits back in trade war with US

China says it will impose new tariffs on some US imports from 1 June, extending a mutual trade war.

Shared 'hubs' urged for bankless towns

MPs are urging banks to create and fund shared hubs when there is a threat to a town's last branch.

Metro Bank shares continue to slide

The bank says it plans to issue fresh shares as concerns persist over its financial health.

Two Saudi oil tankers 'sabotaged' in the Gulf

It is not known who carried out the alleged attack, which comes amid heightened tension in the area.

British Gas owner says trading 'challenging'

Centrica warns that warm weather and falling prices will affect its results this year.

Funeral firm Dignity hit by fewer deaths

The funeral provider says its profits for 2019 are likely to be lower because fewer people have died.

Pakistan to get $6bn IMF lifeline to ease economic crisis

The country has faced a growing economic crisis with dwindling foreign currency reserves.

Financial crisis 'scarred' younger workers

People who began work between 2008 and 2011 have had lower pay and worse job prospects, says a report.

Why Canada is a guinea pig for global markets

Facebook is not the only firm to test new innovations in Canada before launching them globally.

'Delegate everything to your team'

Shopping service CEO Oscar Pierre says a boss needs to "delegate everything to your team".

US will suffer from tariffs, Trump aide Larry Kudlow admits

Larry Kudlow admits Americans will pay for tariffs on Chinese goods, contradicting the president.

Whitehall food bank set up after pay error

A small number of staff employed by outsourcing contractor ISS have been affected by the issue.

Arriva sues government over East Midlands franchise

The train operator joins rival Stagecoach in taking legal action over the government's decision.

Metro Bank says cash lifeline talks 'advanced'

The bank says plans to raise £350m are "well advanced" as it tries to quell rumours about its financial health.

Fraud victim's two-year fight with bank ends in victory

After two years, fraud victim Alex Luke says she's "delighted" to be refunded her stolen money.

Rich List 2019: Hinduja brothers top rankings for third time

The Sunday Times' list of the UK's 1,000 richest people includes its first ever black female entrepreneur.

US states file lawsuit accusing drugs firms of inflating costs

Twenty pharmaceutical companies are accused of artificially inflating the cost of medicinal drugs.

Labour pledges £10 minimum wage for under-18s

Jeremy Corbyn is set to pledge that under-18s will be paid £10 an hour, rather than the current £4.35.

Leicester: A city fighting fast-fashion sweatshops

Fast-fashion has caused a resurgence in Leicester’s textiles industry – but it's come at the expense of some workers' rights.

Compensation possible for London Capital & Finance investors

UK financial compensation scheme says investors could have grounds for a claim, reversing earlier stance.

The hairdressing salon that got rid of mirrors

A hairdressing salon in London has got rid of mirrors, so customers can contemplate art.

Uber shares fall on stock market debut

The ride-hailing app enters a new era as a publicly listed firm, but loses ground in early trading.

Rihanna makes history with new fashion label Fenty

The singer is the first woman of colour to lead a house under the LVMH brand.

Brexit fears caused car parts firm to stockpile

Brexit worries meant car parts maker Pressmark tied up needed cash in stockpiling materials.

Thyssenkrupp expects EU to block Tata steel merger

Concessions have not soothed European Commission concerns over the proposed deal, Thyssenkrupp says.

Could aviation ever be less polluting?

The aircraft industry has to cut greenhouse gases but air travel is growing, so what's the answer?

Potato farmers want payout from PepsiCo

Indian potato farmers want "compensation for harassment and intimidation" from US giant PepsiCo.

Fashion chain Select falls into administration

The High Street fashion chain, with 169 stores across the UK, falls into administration.

Delta Airlines staff told 'don't unionise, buy video games'

Posters discouraging Delta staff from joining a union prompt a significant backlash on social media.

UK economy rebounds in first quarter

Brexit stockpiling by firms helps to lift UK growth in the first three months of the year.

How the chainsaw became a million dollar idea.

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how the chainsaw became a million dollar idea.

Hamleys: India's richest man Mukesh Ambani buys iconic toy store

The 62-year-old who is said to be worth $50b has bought over the world's oldest toy retailer.

Jeff Bezos unveils Moon lander concept

Blue Origins claims that the lunar lander will be able to take humans to the Moon's south pole by 2024.

Uber float values company at $82bn

Ride-hailing taxi app firm Uber's will float on the New York Stock Exchange at $45 a share.

Why the Royal Mint stopped making 20p coins

Figures reveal the Royal Mint did not produce a single 20p coin or £2 coin in 2017, but why?

Does GDP tell the whole economic story?

The government's official number-crunchers realise that we need new ways to measure living standards.

Trade war: US and Chinese firms braced for tariff shock

A US-China trade war would be bad for the world economy and financial markets, analysts warn.

Trade war: China-US talks to resume amid threat of new tariffs

Fresh talks are set to begin amid threats of new tariffs and warnings over the global economy.

Harry's razor brand bought by Wilkinson Sword owner for $1.4bn

The firm, which helped to shake up the industry by selling direct to consumers, is just six years old.

UK has first coal-free week for a century

The UK has gone more than a week without coal-powered electricity for the first time for a century.

Zavvi gets red card from customers over football blunder

Online retailer Zavvi apologises for telling all its customers they had won a VIP football trip to Madrid.

Millennials 'wrongly relying on inherited money'

Many young adults have unrealistic expectations of buying a home with the money, a survey suggests.

Climate change: Half world's biggest airlines don't offer carbon offsetting

Half the world's biggest airlines are not giving flyers the opportunity to offset the CO2 from their flights.

Debenhams administrators reject all bids

The store chain will remain in the hands of its lenders and press ahead with its turnaround plan.

Grenfell Tower: Government to pay £200m for safer cladding

Ministers had previously said owners of private residential tower blocks in England should foot the bill.

Australia's A$50 note misspells responsibility

Australia's A$50 note has a blunder in the small print - and it took more than six months to spot.

Superdry issues profit warning

Fashion chain says weak wholesale and online performance mean profits will be "below market expectations".

Amazon accused of failing pregnant workers

Another discrimination claim against Amazon once again throws a spotlight on its working conditions.

Would you buy a home made from poo?

Dried sewage from Europe's largest treatment works in east London is being turned into house bricks.

Will a trade deal end US-China rivalry?

Chinese trade negotiators are in Washington to try to hammer out a deal between the world’s two largest economies. But will an agreement end the rivalry between the two?

Is Eritrea coming in from the cold?

After years of sanctions and war, can the African country finally realise its economic potential?

Government was warned about Brexit ferry payouts

The government was warned last year that its procurement of no-deal Brexit ferry services would not withstand a legal challenge.

Rail passengers losing out on compensation due to demands

Passengers are required to submit up to 24 pieces of information to make a claim, says Which?.

Trade war: US-China trade battle in five charts

Talks resume on Thursday after President Trump escalated the trade war with the threat of new tariffs.

What do drivers think of Uber?

As the company prepares to sell its shares, the BBC talks to two drivers about what it's like to work there.

Iran nuclear deal: Trump raises pressure with sanctions on metals

Donald Trump includes industrial metals in sanctions, as Tehran curbs compliance with the 2015 deal.

China vows 'necessary countermeasures' on Trump tariffs

Beijing says it will take "necessary countermeasures" if the US raises duties on Chinese goods on Friday.

Stagecoach legal action over East Midlands railway franchise

The Transport Secretary barred the firm from bidding for the contract last month over pension issues.

'This will help so many allergy sufferers'

The parents of a girl who died after eating a Pret sandwich have welcomed new proposals to list ingredients.

Trump: billion dollar losses were 'for tax purposes'

Trump tweets back at the New York Times that his billion dollar property empire losses were "for tax purposes".

Food outlets ‘should list all ingredients’ says food agency

Outlets should list all ingredients to avoid allergy tragedies, the Food Standards Agency recommends.

KPMG fined £5m over Co-operative Bank audit

The accountancy firm is "severely reprimanded" after it admits misconduct in its 2009 audit.

House prices 'rebounded in April'

UK house prices picked up in April after a fall during the previous month, the Halifax says.

Tesco and Argos caught selling knives to teenager

Some branches of Tesco and Argos tested did not stop a 16-year-old's purchase, a BBC investigation finds.

Uber drivers stage strikes over pay and conditions

The protests come days before the company lists its shares on the New York Stock Exchange.

CEO Secrets: 'Buying a beer gave me my big break'

MediaCom boss Stephen Allan tells how an unusual tactic gave him his big break in the ad industry.

Business rates entrench regional inequalities, says CBI

Long gaps between rate revaluations punish areas that are struggling, the CBI says.

Retail revolution: How mail order changed middle class life

By offering a range of goods at low prices, mail order helped transform middle-class life.

World markets slump amid US-China trade tensions

The Dow Jones falls more than 2% after the US accuses china of reneging on promises in trade talks.

BHP Billiton 'woefully negligent' over Brazil dam collapse

BHP Billiton is accused of being "woefully negligent" before a deadly dam collapse in 2015.

Basic income of £48 a week in UK urged

Tax reliefs should be scrapped to give every adult and child a basic weekly income, a report suggests.

Holiday fraud: 'How we were caught out'

The holiday-makers whose dream breaks were ruined by alleged fraudsters.

1MDB: US to return $200m in funds to Malaysia as part of probe

US authorities have begun transferring millions of dollars allegedly misappropriated from state fund 1MDB.

How offshore wind power is re-energising Great Yarmouth

Multi-billion offshore wind projects hint at a brighter future for the economy in Great Yarmouth.

Purplebricks founder Michael Bruce quits after 'disappointing' year

The online estate agency apologises for its "disappointing" performance over the past 12 months.

The offshore wind turbines getting people off benefits

Gwyn Evans has been unemployed for six months but a free course has helped him get a job earning up to £40,000.

Gold: Gordon Brown's sale remains controversial 20 years on

Two decades after the UK chancellor sold huge gold reserves, people still can't decide if it was a good idea.

Fraudsters 'stole £7m' from holidaymakers in 2018

Victims of bogus airline tickets or fake accommodation lose £1,380 on average, research suggests.

'I turn off the doorbell when I work from home'

The number of people working from home has almost doubled in 10 years, according to new research.

How to stay focused when working from home

The benefits and pitfalls for the increasing number of people working from home.

Why is the white hot Chinese tech sector cooling down?

China's economy is still growing, but many tech companies are feeling the chill.

Ministers spend extra £160m on Brexit consultant contracts

It comes after the government signed £100m of Brexit consultant contracts in February.

Google ads promote firms charging extra for services

A search for the term "driving licence application" leads to a firm charging £49 for a free change of address.

France Telecom suicides: Former bosses go on trial

They are accused of "moral harassment" following a spate of suicides among staff in the late 2000s.

YouTuber Austin Jones gets 10 year prison sentence

The musician had pleaded guilty to enticing underage girls to send him explicit videos and photos.

Boeing admits knowing of 737 Max problem

The firm says it uncovered a problem with its 737 Max jets a year before the first fatal crash.

China stocks tumble on Trump tariff threat

Mr Trump's vow to hike tariffs raises pressure on China ahead of trade talks due to resume this week.

Shareholders 'not stopping excessive executive pay'

Rules that let shareholders veto excessive executive pay have failed, new research suggests.

'I came home and he had put my car up for sale'

The husband and wife team who sold their car and home to get their wedding business up and running.

Trump to raise tariffs on $200bn of Chinese goods

The US president will raise duties on $200bn of imports, claiming trade deal talks are moving "too slowly".

Buffett seeks UK investment despite Brexit

Billionaire investor Warren Buffett says he is eyeing UK assets "no matter how Brexit turns out".

Traffic-free days begin in Edinburgh city centre

A number of Edinburgh's city centre streets are being closed to traffic in an attempt to reduce air pollution.

Facebook bets on its stars in the quest for sales

The company wants high-profile users to sell goods on its platforms. But will we still buy?

Could you move your company to a four-day week?

There are growing calls for businesses to cut the standard working week from five days to just four.

Is WeWork really worth nearly $50bn?

The provider of trendy office space is set to float on the stockmarket but is its valuation justified?

M&S closures: A tale of two stores

The BBC visits an M&S store that is closing and another that is seen as the future.

The M&S stores closing their doors for the final time

The century-old retailer is closing shops as it plans to make a third of clothing and homeware sales online.

How Avengers put Disney at the top of the charts

How Avengers: Endgame helped make Disney the dominant force in world cinema.

HMRC forced to delete five million voice files

The UK's tax authority is deleting recordings of taxpayers' voices that broke privacy rules.

US jobless rate at lowest since 1969

The world's largest economy added 263,000 jobs in April, while the jobless rate fell to 3.6%.

Crossrail: 'Unrealistic timeframe' caused delays

A focus on meeting the December 2018 deadline contributed to the spiralling budget of Crossrail, a report says.

Shopping centre owner Intu hit by store slump

Lakeside, Trafford Centre and Metrocentre owner Intu blames retail downturn for a "challenging" 2019.

HSBC first quarter profit jumps as costs drop

The bank's boss, John Flint, says the result is "encouraging" in a climate of global economic uncertainty.

Turner Prize drops drops Stagecoach sponsorship

The arts prize faced criticism for the deal with a company linked to an anti-gay rights campaigner.

Insys Therapeutics founder John Kapoor convicted in US opioid case

Former billionaire John Kapoor was found guilty of bribing doctors to prescribe addictive painkillers.

Future of 1p and 2p coins secured 'for years to come'

The Treasury decides to continue with copper coins and sets a plan to ensure people have access to cash.

Peer-to-peer rewards: ‘Why I tip my colleagues at work’

Peer-to-peer micro-bonuses could soon change the dynamic in the UK’s workplaces.

How the vacuum flask became a million dollar idea.

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how the vacuum flask became a best-selling product.

Could high-flying drones power your home one day?

How kites and drones could generate electricity to supplement conventional wind turbines.

Trump pick Stephen Moore drops out of Federal Reserve race

Stephen Moore withdraws from Federal Reserve contention amid criticism of his views and sexist comments.

Vegan food firm Beyond Meat valued at $3bn after shares rise

Beyond Meat, which makes vegan burgers and sausages, has had a stunning debut on New York's Nasdaq stock exchange.

Beyond Meat: Shares in vegan burger company double

The vegan burger firm saw its share price double as trading began on Wall Street.

Barclays sees off Edward Bramson as rebel investor concedes defeat

Edward Bramson concedes a majority of shareholders have voted against his attempt to join the board.

Whisky tourist site set to go ahead at former Frasers store in Edinburgh

Drinks giant Diageo's plans for the former House of Fraser building in Edinburgh are due to be passed next week.

Carney warns of more interest rate rises than expected

Bank of England chief Mark Carney said there could be more interest rate increases than currently thought.

Bank of England raises UK growth forecast

A more stable global economy prompts the Bank to increase its prediction for growth this year.

Stagecoach 'asked to take on £1.6bn pensions risk'

The firm says it refused to accept rail franchise pensions risks with limited government protection.

Bombardier to sell Belfast aerospace firm

The Canadian aircraft manufacturer employs about 4,000 people in Northern Ireland.

Lloyds Banking Group sets aside further £100m for PPI

The bank reports flat first-quarter profits and says Brexit uncertainty could affect the economy.

Global sports sponsorship 'to hit £35bn' in 2019

But sports rights-holders may be under-exploiting the value of sponsorship deals, a report says.

Oyo: India's fast-growing hotel chain expands in Europe

The hotel chain, which says it's the world's sixth largest, is pushing into Europe's short-term rental market.

Bank of England inflation report: Five things to watch

Ahead of the Bank of England's inflation report, here's what to watch out for.

Railway arches sale overlooked tenants, says spending watchdog

Network Rail only considered tenants "late in the process" of selling its commercial property, says watchdog.

Meet the fish leather pioneers

How the growth in making leather from fish skins could help the fashion industry reduce its environmental impact.

US Fed defies Trump and holds interest rates

The central bank has left borrowing costs unchanged despite the president calling for a 1% cut.

Huawei leak: Defence Secretary sacked

No 10 says Theresa May had "lost confidence in his ability to serve" in his role.

Fracking boss Jim Ratcliffe hits out at 'pathetic' government

Jim Ratcliffe, Britain's richest man and owner of Ineos, says ministers should look at the science.

Vegan food firm could raise $1.5bn on Wall Street

Could this vegan food firm raise $1.5bn on Wall Street?

UK government cancels Brexit ferry deals

The cancellation of contracts for extra Brexit ferry services could cost the taxpayer more than £50m.

Heathrow campaigners lose challenge against third runway

High Court judges rule in favour of the government's decision to approve airport expansion plans.

Failed Asda bid cost Sainsbury's £46m

The supermarket chain reveals the cost of its failed Asda merger as it reports a slip in sales.