Tiffany hopes to regain its sparkle with new owners

New York's famous jewellery brand is changing hands, but will the new owners keep its popular touch?

Rail fares to rise by 2.7% in January

The rise is below the benchmark inflation rate, but still means big increases for many commuters.

Final day for Help to Buy Isa applications

Nearly 260,000 properties have been bought using the Isa, Treasury figures show.

How to make phone batteries that last longer

A breakthrough in battery technology would be an engineering triumph and spur to other technologies.

Black Friday backlash: Amazon protests erupt across France

French activists threaten a "Black Day for Amazon" as they criticise its environmental impact.

Black Friday 'could break buying record'

Barclaycard says high levels of transactions suggests that appetite for the sales is not abating.

Missguided boss on Black Friday: 'If we don't play, we die'

The boss of fashion retailer Missguided discusses the importance of Black Friday.

NatWest IT glitch causes problems on busy Friday

One man tells of difficulty paying for a prescription, while Black Friday shoppers are also hit.

Daily Mail owner buys i newspaper for £50m

DMGT buys the newspaper from JPI Media, which took over Johnston Press last year.

Mercedes-Benz owner Daimler to cut 10,000 jobs worldwide

The German carmaker said the move was necessary to invest in the changeover to electric cars.

Amazon hit by Black Friday walkouts and protests in Europe

The online giant suffers a Black Friday strike in Germany, while protesters target its French sites.

Japanese store 'rethinks' badges for staff on periods

The badges - which featured a cartoon character known as Miss Period - led to complaints.

Npower expected to cut 4,500 UK jobs

The energy firm sets out plans to make itself more profitable but unions call the cuts a "body blow".

HSBC and Santander customers set for refund

The competition watchdog says the banks failed to warn customers who became unintentionally overdrawn.

Deadline for UK drone registration approaches

Drone owners in the UK must register them by the end of Friday or face a £1,000 fine.

Dyson to move global HQ to historic Singapore building

The UK company says the old power station will be an "inspiring backdrop" as it shifts to Asia.

Black Friday: I feel guilty about how much I return

The return of unwanted goods bought in Black Friday sales is costing retailers billions.

Can old fridges be recycled to make new ones?

What happens to your old fridge when it's time to replace it, the BBC's Dougal Shaw reports.

Loan sharks cash in on Black Friday spending spree

Illegal money lenders are targeting people around Black Friday, campaigners warn.

How sticking plasters became a million dollar idea

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how sticking plasters became a million dollar idea.

General election 2019: How do spending plans compare?

The three biggest UK parties have published their manifestos, how do their spending plans compare?

TSB branch closure locations revealed

Some 370 positions will be hit by the closures as TSB aims to revive itself following an IT crisis.

City Football Group: Manchester City's parent company buys majority stake in India's Mumbai City FC

Manchester City's parent company - City Football Group - agrees deal to acquire majority stake in Indian side Mumbai City FC.

Bifab among NnG wind farm contract beneficiaries

Beleaguered Bifab yard among Scottish companies named to help build huge wind farm off Fife coast.

General election 2019: Tory and Labour spending plans 'not credible' - IFS

Both main parties are not being honest ahead of the general election, an influential research group says.

UK house price growth low for a year, says Nationwide

Annual growth in prices has been below 1% for the past 12 months, the Nationwide says.

Will the US's Hong Kong rights law derail trade talks?

A US law supporting Hong Kong protesters could complicate US-China talks aimed at striking a trade deal.

Peacocks set to rescue Bonmarché from collapse

Thirty Bonmarché stores will close and "staff will potentially be made redundant".

Digital screens 'are crippling my business'

About 1,000 UK businesses have signed advertising deals which could leave them in debt.

Japan beer exports to South Korea hit zero amid trade spat

Japanese beer exports to South Korea flat-line as a trade row between the countries simmers.

Netflix 'reactivated' users without permission

Some former Netflix customers are being charged subscription fees, months after closing their accounts.

TikTok apologises and reinstates banned US teen

Chinese-owned TikTok has apologised to a US teenager who criticised China's treatment of Muslims.

My Money: 'I have been in the debt trap ever since'

As part of a new BBC blog series, reader Caroline Thurston shares what she spent her money on this week.

What Trump wants from global trade

President Trump believes the US is being unfairly treated by other countries when it comes to trade.

Tata Steel: 1,000 UK jobs to go amid worldwide cuts

Two-thirds of the job losses will be management and office-based roles, the firm says.

Sourdough or sourfaux? Artisan bread label row erupts

Proposed rules could undercut bakers who make genuine sourdough bread, say campaigners.

Survey finds more North Sea firms looking to diversify

A survey suggests more oil and gas operators are looking at decommissioning and renewables activities.

Victoria Beckham fashion label makes another loss

The label has not made a profit in 11 years, despite being sold all around the world.

Black Friday: US couple charge shoppers to queue

A US couple are trying to make money out of sitting in Black Friday queues for shoppers.

Manchester City investment from US breaks global sports valuation

Injection by US private equity firm values Man City parent at a record $4.8bn for a sports group.

Huawei: Trouble overseas but boom time in China

While Huawei tech is blocked in the US, it is helping build one of the world biggest 5G networks at home.

Jay-Z sues Australian retailer over unlawful brand use

The small online retailer draws on Jay-Z's name and lyrics in its "hip-hop inspired" children books.

Ola: Ride-sharing firm to launch in London 'within weeks'

The Indian firm's push into London comes after rival Uber lost its licence to operate in the city.

How much! Why are service station snacks so expensive?

A bottle of water costs four times more on the motorway than in a supermarket, mystery shoppers say.

Doorstep scams 'linked to modern slavery'

Trading Standards issues a warning as one man says he was beaten, threatened and forced into work.

Beauty-industry bullying 'heartbreaking'

An independent body is needed to investigate claims of bullying in the beauty industry, a trade organisation says.

CEO Secrets: 'My success is all down to maths'

Timothy Armoo of Fanbytes explains how his success is grounded in a love of maths.

The YouTuber with 26 billion views

Brazil's Konrad Dantas, better know as Kondzilla, has the world's second most watched music video channel.

Brexit: 'Only an ambitious trade deal can protect car jobs'

The UK motor industry's trade body says car production could be slashed by a third without a trade deal.

Audi to cut 9,500 jobs to fund electric car push

The German carmaker wants to make more money available for electric cars and digital working.

Zuckerberg’s tech challenge pale and male, say critics

The founder of Facebook has been criticised for the lack of diversity of his guests in a series of tech chats.

Christmas dinner 'could cost more this year'

Shortages in the turkey market and poor Brussels sprout harvests will mean higher prices, say analysts.

Amazon shoe 'strikingly similar' to Allbirds model

The shoe firm writes an open letter to Amazon, offering to help it make its shoe "more sustainable".

Netflix takes over its first cinema by leasing New York's historic Paris

The streaming giant is leasing the recently-closed historic Paris Theater in New York.

UK banknote printer De La Rue fears for its future

De La Rue says there is a risk the company will collapse if its turnaround plan fails to work.

Mini-bond marketing to regular savers banned by watchdog

The advertising of mini-bonds to regular savers is to be banned by the City regulator.

Westpac bank chief quits amid money laundering scandal

Australia's Westpac is accused of 23 million law breaches, including possible child exploitation links.

Alibaba shares jump in blockbuster Hong Kong debut

The Chinese e-commerce giant begins trading in Asia after completing this year's biggest share sale.

Black Friday sales offer few real discounts says Which?

The consumer group says it found just one in 20 offers were cheaper than at other times of the year.

Uber: Three views on the loss of its London licence

The BBC spoke to three London-based customers and drivers about their experiences with the firm.

Lebanese business people back protesters' call for change

How Lebanon's business community views the current anti-government protests.

General election 2019: What is Labour offering to Waspi women?

Reality Check looks at the compensation being offered by Labour to women born in the 1950s.

Tesco pulls honey off shelves amid purity concerns

The supermarket chain has 'temporarily withdrawn' pots of its own-brand honey.

Elon Musk reveals why Cybertruck window smashed

Tesla's chief executive was left embarrassed after a mishap during the vehicle's launch.

Viagogo buys rival ticketing website StubHub in $4bn deal

The secondary ticketing firm says the deal will create more choice for customers.

Uber loses licence to operate in London

The firm will appeal against the decision and can continue to operate during that process.

TSB to close 82 branches next year to save costs

The Spanish-owned bank will close 15% of its branches as it aims to make £100m of cost savings.

General election 2019: What are rent controls?

A simple look at how rent controls work and how effective they are.

Louis Vuitton buys jeweller Tiffany for $16bn

LVMH, the world's biggest luxury goods company, buys Tiffany for more than $16bn.

Frozen 2 rakes in $127m at its US box office debut

Expectations were high for the sequel of Frozen, which became a global phenomenon after its 2013 release.

Web inventor attacks Tories over misinformation

Sir Tim Berners-Lee tells the BBC the renaming of a Conservative Twitter account was "unbelievable".

Artificial eyes: How robots will see in the future

Laser scanning technology, Lidar, is getting cheaper and could be how machines see in the future.

Do you know when you're being manipulated?

When it comes to Black Friday shopping deals, do you know when you're being manipulated?

National Grid and SSE move offshore over Labour plans

National Grid and SSE have opened offshore holding companies citing fears about nationalisation.

Cybertruck: Tesla truck gets 150,000 orders despite launch gaffe

Elon Musk boasts of high demand despite the truck's windows shattering during its launch.

"I launched my business while living on the streets"

From sleeping in a phone box to founding a six-figure business, it's been an eventful two years for Gavin Eastham.

Farm troubles raise risk for Trump in trade talks

The US-China trade war has taken its toll on farmers and bankruptcies are on the rise.

Cryptoqueen: How this woman scammed the world, then vanished

How did Ruja Ignatova make $4bn selling her fake cryptocurrency to the world - and where did she go?

'Oldest pasty maker' to close Cornwall factory

Warrens said the decision could lead to "significant job losses".

'Freehold charges cost us our dream home'

A family says rentcharges on their home meant their move fell through and cost them thousands in fees.

General election 2019: Labour plans extra property tax on foreign buyers

The Labour Party says it will put a 20 per cent levy on foreign firms and trusts buying UK properties.

Huawei says latest US ban based on 'innuendo'

US telecommunications regulators have declared Huawei and ZTE national security threats.

World's most valuable whisky collection revealed

Guinness World Records confirms that a Vietnamese businessman's collection is worth nearly £10.8m.

Travel firm boss aims to keep it in the family

The owner of Hays Travel, which bought Thomas Cook's stores, says he will not sell the enlarged business.

John McDonnell: IFS have 'got it wrong this time'

The shadow chancellor was challenged after dismissing IFS comments about Labour's tax plans.

TSB customers hit by payments delay

The bank says that some payments into customers' accounts have been delayed overnight.

General election 2019: Tories plan stamp duty hike on non-UK residents

The party says the money raised would go towards tackling rough sleeping.

Victoria's Secret cancels fashion show amid ratings drop

Television audiences for the show have slumped and the brand said its marketing needs to "evolve".

'I used to pull sickies every few months because of stress'

Almost half of Britons would fake a sick day, but very often it is due to mental health issues.

'Speak up': Lloyd's takes harassment crackdown to pubs

The insurance market is running a campaign urging staff to report sexual harassment - but will it work?

Dubai Air Show: The challenges for us all in flying green

Sustainable, renewable and green: environmental goals the aviation industry is now grappling with.

How the trampoline became a million dollar idea

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

WeWork axes 2,400 staff globally

The move follows the dramatic collapse of the company's listing plans.

Apple 'loses money on phone repairs'

Apple says it loses money when it repairs devices such as iPhones and Macbooks.

General election 2019: Could Labour build 100,000 council houses a year?

Is Labour's plan for 100,000 council houses and 50,000 housing association homes a year feasible?

Thomas Cook's new owner creates 1,500 new jobs

About half of the new roles will be for apprentices in each of Hays Travel's 737 shops.

General election 2019: How do government finances work?

Political parties are promising to spend lots of money, but how will they fund their plans?

New warning on global economic slowdown

The OECD predicts growth of just 3% as a lack of direction on climate policy threatens investment.

Government borrowing in October highest since 2014

Borrowing climbed to £11.2bn last month, some 25% more than the same time last year.

BA passengers face delays after 'technical issue'

The airline is booking passengers into hotels after some were stuck for up to 10 hours.

Johnson & Johnson loses vaginal mesh class action

In one of Australia's biggest class actions, a court ruled the firm failed to warn women of the risks.

Entrepreneurs back Prince Andrew's business scheme

A source close to the prince says he will continue to be involved in the scheme amid fears for its future.

General election 2019: Labour to pledge windfall tax on oil companies

The move is part of Jeremy Corbyn's plan to "transform" the UK into a low carbon, green economy.

UK workers 'fake sickies to avoid going to work'

A BBC survey about morals in the UK finds 40% of adults would call in sick if they needed a break.

How to buy an Instagram following

The growing marketplace for buying fake followers on the social media site.

Ryanair baggage fee policy ruled as 'abusive' in Spain

A Spanish court made the ruling after a passenger was forced to pay a fine for extra luggage.

General election 2019: Boris Johnson pledges cut to National Insurance

The PM says he will raise the threshold so people do not have to pay until they earn £12,000 a year.

Climate change: China coal surge threatens Paris targets

China is adding coal power equivalent to the EU's entire generating capacity.

Vegan sues Burger King for cooking Impossible Whopper on meat grill

An Impossible Foods spokeswoman says vegans should ask for the burger to be cooked in a microwave.

Letter from Africa: Zimbabwe, the land where cash barons thrive

The authorities are battling to cap inflation as the Zimbabwean dollar is reintroduced.

Would you rent a vacuum cleaner for $499 a month?

Japanese firm Softbank says its robot is meant to replace "over-worked janitorial teams".

House of Fraser: 'House of Horror' for reversing fur ban, says charity

The change in policy at the department store is believed to have taken place since Mike Ashley's Sport Direct bought it

Prince Andrew: BT refuses to work with firm where the duke is patron

The telecoms firm says it could resume the connection if the Duke of York ended his role as patron.

UK gambling machines loaded with AI 'cool off' system

Software designed to curtail excessive play has come to all gambling machines in betting shops.

Music streaming market 'needs more choice'

Music fans deserve more options and choices from streaming services, says a new report.

Why do billions of people still not have glasses?

It's thought 2.5 billion people could benefit from technology first developed in the 1200s.

Aston Martin launches first car made in St Athan factory

The luxury car brand hopes the new DBX SUV will deliver a sales boost after a disappointing year.

Westpac bank 'breached anti-money laundering laws'

Australia's second largest bank is accused of 23 million breaches of anti-money laundering laws.

Freelancers should be paid higher minimum wage, says think tank

A higher rate would insulate workers from some of the risk they face, according to think tank Demos

Amazon and eBay criticised for 'unsafe toys'

A Which? investigation found toys listed on both sites which appeared to have been declared unsafe by the EU.

Dubai Air Show: Emirates boss says he took too long to accept climate crisis

Emirates' president Sir Tim Clark says climate change activists helped airlines focus on the need to act.

Is shopping at Primark really a way to be greener?

The High Street chain says shopping in-store harms the environment less than buying online.

How China plans to lead the computer chip industry

China wants to end its dependence on imported computer chips, but experts says it will struggle.

Mozilla CEO: 'Don't hide things from your workers'

Mozilla boss Mitchell Baker says "don't hide things - even the scary, risky things" from your staff.

US regulators call for updates to Boeing 737 planes

The recommendation came at the end of the National Transportation Safety Board's investigation of a fatal 2018 accident.

Juul faces mounting state lawsuits in US

The vaping firm is accused of targeting youth and misrepresenting the safety of its products.

American Airlines admits 'soap spill' did not divert flight

The airline initially made the claim after a flight was diverted because two crew members fell unconscious.

General election 2019: Workers under Labour 'will take back control'

John McDonnell also says there would be a cap on chief executives' pay in the public sector.

Manchester City post record £535.2m revenue in 2018-19 annual report

Manchester City brought in a record £535.2m last season, the club's 2018-19 annual report says.

Jamie Oliver to expand restaurants abroad after UK collapse

The celebrity chef's group says franchisees plan to open 21 restaurants by the end of 2020.

US state department official quits amid 'inflated CV' claims

But Mina Chang denies US media claims that she faked a university degree and a Time magazine cover.

TSB board lacked common sense before IT meltdown, says report

Some customers were left without online banking access for several weeks after the problems last year.

Boeing gets 737 Max vote of confidence

Airlines have expressed interest in buying the troubled aircraft once it is cleared to fly again.

General election 2019: How much tax do British people pay?

There are important choices to be made, no matter who wins the election on 12 December.

EasyJet relaunches package holiday business

The airline is seeking to move into the gap in the industry left by the demise of Thomas Cook.

Did a 'soap spill' really divert a flight?

Evidence seen by the BBC casts doubt on American Airlines' reason for two crew members falling unconscious.

Should workers be allowed to nap at work?

The US government has issued a directive banning sleeping at work. But sleep experts say they should reconsider.

'Why economists get things wrong'

Economists seek to explain our world but they often get things wrong, argue two Nobel prize winners.

'I spend 250 days a year away from home'

Federico González runs the Radisson Hotel Group, and refuses to name his favourite place to stay.

Chick-fil-A tweaks giving policies after protests

The firm has drawn fire for its owner's stance on same-sex marriage.

Tata Steel to cut 3,000 jobs in 'severe' market

Tata Steel says 3,000 jobs will go in its European business, which includes the UK and Netherlands.

Prince Andrew: KPMG ends sponsorship of royal's scheme

The controversy over the duke's ties to Jeffrey Epstein is understood to have been a factor in the move.

Business rates: 'We might as well hand back the keys'

One trader says that after a seven-fold increase in rates, he "might as well hand back the keys".

De-clutter guru Marie Kondo opens online store

After preaching against household clutter, the best-selling author is launching a store selling homeware.

Kylie Jenner sells stake in cosmetics company for $600m

The reality TV star said she is building the brand into an "international beauty powerhouse".

Pawnbroker warns probe could spark loan shark rush

H&T has stopped issuing cash loans as the City watchdog reviews some of its historic lending.

Ford unveils all-electric car - the Mustang

The new vehicle has a 370-mile range, no door handles and storage under the front bonnet.

Airbus wins $30bn of orders for 170 aircraft

Airlines Emirates and Air Arabia announce $30bn of orders for 170 aircraft at the Dubai Air Show.

Yahoo Japan and Line set to merge

The deal would combine Japan's largest messaging service with its largest search engine.

Are our financial lives controlled by biased algorithms?

Amid probes into Apple's "sexist" credit card, questions are being asked of IT-based financial decisions.

Dubai Air Show: The man putting a jolt into electric air racing

An Airbus-backed competition to race electric aircraft hopes to revolutionise engine technology.

Should we be worried by ever more CCTV cameras?

The global surveillance market continues to grow at a fast pace, led by Chinese technology.

General election 2109: Leaders woo business with tax and apprenticeship vows

Boris Johnson, Jeremy Corbyn and Jo Swinson are all set to make speeches to UK business leaders.

Xbox's boss: Years before game streaming is mainstream

BBC Click's Marc Cieslak talks to Xbox's Phil Spencer about the future of gaming.

Saudi Aramco flotation values oil giant at $1.7tn

The Saudi Arabian state oil firm says 1.5% of its shares will be put up for sale.

Why US tech giants are putting billions into housing

The booming tech industry has pushed San Francisco house prices out of the reach of ordinary workers.

The growing importance of the night-time economy

The UK's night-time economy is now said to be the UK's fifth-biggest industry with annual revenues of £66bn.

Uber's paradox: Gig work app traps and frees its drivers

Ride pick-up app's algorithm offers drivers freedom while trapping them at the same time, experts say.

Christmas adverts - do they really work?

Big budget ads are already gracing our screens but do they actually benefit the big brands behind them?

Hong Kong: 'I was tear gassed getting my lunch'

The increasing unrest in Hong Kong is affecting businesses in one of the world's biggest commercial hubs.

Cladding puts flat owners' lives on hold

People in UK tower blocks are unable to re-mortgage or sell their homes because of cladding.

Dubai Air Show: Aerospace industry meets for deals and displays

About 1,300 exhibitors are expected at the biggest aerospace and defence event of the year.

BT Sport retains exclusive Champions League rights in £1.2bn deal from 2021-24

BT Sport wins the exclusive rights to show the Champions League, Europa League and Europa Conference League from 2021-24 in a £1.2bn deal.

General election 2019: What are nationalisation and privatisation?

The two topics are a big discussion point in the general election, but how do they work?

Lloyds shareholders lose legal fight over HBOS

Lloyds TSB shareholders claim they were "mugged" when Lloyds took over the lender.

Banks disagree on how to pay for fraud refunds

Without a new deal, victims of money transfer fraud could be left without protection from January.

Hong Kong in first recession for a decade amid protests

Months of anti-government protests have taken their toll on the territory's economy.

Alibaba backs Hong Kong's 'bright' future with huge listing

The $13bn listing would be the world's largest this year and comes amid growing unrest in Hong Kong.

General election 2019: Tories pledge help for 'left behind' towns

A reduction in business rates for small firms is among a raft of measures pledged by the Conservatives.

HS2: Five other giant projects facing big delays

The rail scheme faces huge cost overruns, but it's not the only big project behind schedule and over budget.

Party plans would ‘boost minimum pay for millions’

The plans would double or treble the number whose wages are set by government, a think tank says.

Zut alors! The Americans who are farming edible snails

Two snail farms in the US are now allowing top restaurants to switch from canned to fresh supplies.

General election 2019: Labour pledges free broadband for all

Labour would part-nationalise BT to deliver the policy and tax tech giants to help cover the £20bn cost.

European Investment Bank drops fossil fuel funding

The world's largest public bank is to stop backing oil, gas and coal projects at the end of 2021.

Australia and others ask for Brexit trade compensation

A number World Trade Organization countries have asked for compensation over Brexit disruption.

'Boeing was at my father's funeral and I was not'

The Ethiopian Airlines crash site has been covered over but few victim families were able to attend.

Argos recalls Cuggl baby gates over safety fears

Argos has asked customers to bring back the Cuggl gates for a refund after tests showed problems.

Social-media influencers: Incomes soar amid growing popularity

A post worth just £104 in 2014 is now banking £1,276 a report suggests.

'Cryptoqueen' brother admits role in OneCoin fraud

Konstantin Ignatov, brother of Dr Ruja Ignatova, pleads guilty to money laundering and fraud.

Germany narrowly avoids recession despite trade war hit

The country narrowly avoids recession as it struggles with trade conflicts around the world.

Mercedes-Benz to cut jobs amid tougher emissions rules

Reports suggest more than 1,000 jobs will be shed as the carmaker invests more in electric cars.

Nike to stop direct sales through Amazon

The sportswear firm ends its link with the e-commerce giant to focus on selling directly to consumers.

Hong Kong protests hit Burberry and Cathay Pacific

The fashion house's sales fell in Hong Hong while the airline said the civil unrest had hit demand.

Facebook removes 11.6 million child abuse posts

The latest figures for harmful content on Facebook highlight the enormity of the challenge to remove it.

Pay rise plans: Is minimum wage enough to live on?

Election promises of a rising minimum wage leave some bosses wondering how to fund staff pay rises.

Google is latest tech giant to reveal banking plan

Tech companies are increasingly wading into finance, raising regulatory questions.

‘Women should be able to see male colleague’s pay’ - charity

Transparency law would help address unequal pay between men and women, says the Fawcett Society charity.

My Money: 'I used the same nappy for my nine children'

As part of a new BBC blog series, Katie Holden shares what she spent her money on this week.

Is surge pricing a fair way to manage demand?

Ride-hailing app Uber is far from the first company to change prices according to customer numbers.

General election 2019: Labour pledges to close gender pay gap by 2030

Labour vows to close the gap between the average hourly pay for men and women but Tories are critical.

Royal Mail wins bid to halt Christmas postal strikes

The postal union says a decision by the High Court to block industrial action is an "utter outrage".

Toy sales slump as shops chase Christmas cheer

Parents have cut back on impulse buys and face the threat of shortages of festive favourites, analysts say.

Trump speaks to 'his people' on Wall Street

Donald Trump gets a warm welcome from the New York financial community.

Project Nightingale: Google probed over US patient data deal

Regulator says it will examine the details of Google's deal with a major healthcare firm in the US.

City watchdog slams own staff's 'shameful' toilet habits

The Financial Conduct Authority is "appalled" at the insanitary conduct of its own workers.

Inflation falls to three year low as energy prices fall

Official data shows UK consumer prices rose 1.5% as a new price cap kept a lid on energy prices.

Wetherspoon boss attacks 'up the spout' City rules

Tim Martin says 'Noddy-in-Toyland' corporate governance codes are holding back companies.

Hong Kong shares slide as violent protests continue

The losses came as the Asian financial hub faced another day of clashes between protestors and police.

Tesla to build first European factory in Berlin

Elon Musk says "outstanding" German engineering is part of the reason he picked the new factory site.

Xinjiang cotton sparks concern over 'forced labour' claims

Rights groups claim Xinjiang products made using forced labour may be sold to Western brands.

'Little sign of change' for number of women in top roles

More women are needed in senior roles, although board membership is making progress, a review finds.

Is China gaining an edge in artificial intelligence?

The US-China over artificial intelligence is heating up, but some warn the US could be over-reacting.

How do you update an iconic electric guitar?

How do you update an iconic product like the Fender Stratocaster electric guitar?

England flooding: Why insurance may not cover damage

Schemes are in place to protect most householders, but businesses may face extra costs.

Disney+ hit by technical glitches on launch day

Disney's new streaming service is reported to be down by many users as its global launch unfolds.

Royal Mail fails to halt record £50m Ofcom fine

Royal Mail challenged the decision in August 2018 that it had abused its dominant market position.

HS2 should happen despite rising cost, says review

A draft copy of a review into the project says it might cost even more than its current price of £88bn.

McDonald's UK staff join global day of protests over pay

It comes as staff in the US, France, Brazil and Chile also stage protests over "poverty pay".

Disability web access: 'I've already clicked away'

Businesses lose an estimated £11.8bn a year in click-away costs owing to poorly designed websites.

Fracking: Have the Conservatives left open the back door?

The Conservatives are accused of harbouring ambitions to revive fracking after the general election.

FT sees first woman editor in its 135-year history

The pink-coloured financial paper names Roula Khalaf to replace long-serving editor Lionel Barber.

Stop right now: Mel B advert pulled by Tesco after singer complains

Supermarket says it had permission to use a Mel B image but pulled an ad because she was unhappy.

UK wage growth slows as unemployment falls

Average earnings increased by 3.6% over the three months to September, while unemployment fell by 23,000.

Branson South African launch marred by Twitter row

Sir Richard Branson's tweet to launch a new venture is criticised for showing "so many white people".

Boots' parent firm Walgreens 'gets record buyout offer'

Private equity group KKR is reported to have made the bid for the business.

Brexit 'puts brakes on UK launch of e-scooters'

Voi Technology says the UK could be left behind by not changing regulations to allow electric scooters.

Formula 1 launches a plan to become carbon neutral by 2030

Formula 1 launches a plan to become carbon neutral by 2030 and will "begin carbon-reduction projects immediately".

Swine fever devastates China's pigs

China's pigs are being devastated by African swine fever which has now spread throughout the country.

PMC Bank: Indian customers protest after fraud investigation launched

Nearly a million Indians are left without full access to their bank accounts as police investigate alleged fraud.

Conned out of my life savings, then 'failed' by police

Cynthia Tuck says fraudsters took her life savings and that no-one has faced justice for what happened.

The reigning queen of American reality TV

How Lisa Vanderpump juggles being a TV star with running a multimillion dollar business empire.

Uber CEO calls Jamal Khashoggi murder 'serious mistake'

Dara Khosrowshahi compared the journalist's killing to his company's failings with self-driving cars.

London-Glasgow passengers choose rail over air

In the 12 months to July 2019, a record 29% of customers travelled with Virgin Trains rather than by plane.

UK growth slowest in almost a decade, says ONS

The economy grew by 0.3% in the three months to the end of September, allowing the UK to avoid recession.

Climate change: Airlines accused of 'putting profit before planet'

A British Airways insider says the industry deliberately fills planes with extra fuel to save costs.

Alibaba sees strong sales as Singles' Day kicks off

The world's biggest online shopping day delivered sales of around $14bn in the first hour of trading.

General election 2019: What jobs do UK workers actually do?

Who are the "hard-working" and "ordinary" people that politicians love to appeal to?

British Steel agrees £70m rescue with Chinese firm

The deal with Jingye Group could potentially safeguard 4,000 jobs in the UK.

'Real living wage' rises in pre-Christmas pay bump

Employers signed up to the voluntary scheme will increase the UK hourly rate to £9.30.

'I am verbally abused on a daily basis'

Threats and violent attacks towards shop workers are rising in the UK, according to a new survey.

Payment firm Klarna messed up my credit score, says student

Debt charities concerned about the rising popularity of interest-free shopping online.

Bye box: How streaming could kill the games console

Streaming games services will offer an alternative to the traditional console, but will they kill off?

Apple's 'sexist' credit card investigated by US regulator

Goldman Sachs bank, which operates Apple Card, discriminates between men and women, it is claimed.

Clintons in survival talks over shop closures and rent cuts

The greetings card chain, which employs 2,500 staff, wants shop closures and rent reductions.

Saudi Aramco unveils next stage of blockbuster flotation

Saudi Arabia oil giant says 0.5% of shares will be offered to retail savers - but there are risks.

General election 2019: Row breaks out over Labour spending plans

Shadow chancellor John McDonnell calls a Tory report on Labour's spending proposals "fake news".

Housing ladder: 'We live apart to save more money to buy a home'

Getting on the housing ladder is challenging, but what options are there for first-time buyers?

UK's credit rating could be downgraded, says Moody's

Ratings agency Moody's says Brexit is causing "paralysis in policy-making" in the UK.

WeWork's Adam Neumann sued over $1.7bn package

The property company faces legal action over its co-founder's exit benefits.

Spain votes as economy wobbles

The country is facing slowing growth and unemployment that is the second-highest in the EU.

EU should drop oil, gas and coal funding, say ministers

EU finance ministers call upon the European Investment Bank (EIB) to cut fossil fuel funding.

Trump says no full 'rollback' of China tariffs

China has pushed the US to remove the tariffs on its goods as part of a trade deal.

Thomas Cook airport slots bought by EasyJet and Jet2

Slots at Gatwick, Bristol, Manchester, Birmingham and Stansted are bought as the travel firm is dismantled.

The devil wears Pradidas, or perhaps Adada

Prada and Adidas are going on a "collaborative journey" with "an authentic fusion of fashion and sport".

Crossrail Delay: Line will not open until 2021 as costs increase

The route, which could cost £650m more than the current total of £17.6bn, was due to open in 2018.

How the satnav became a million dollar idea

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

General election 2019: What are the challenges for the UK's economy?

Brexit dominates the headlines - but the UK economy faces many other important challenges.

US election 2020: Michael Bloomberg mulls presidential bid

New York's ex-mayor is concerned current Democratic hopefuls cannot beat Donald Trump in 2020.

Royal Mail seeks injunction to stop postal strike

The ballot is "unlawful" and must not be allowed to hit general election and Christmas post, Royal Mail says.

Japan 'glasses ban' for women at work sparks backlash

Reports of firms restricting women from wearing glasses at work have reignited dress code debates.

General Election 2019: Labour promises year of maternity pay

The party also wants to create a new body with powers to fine firms that do not report gender pay gaps.

Care sector 'leaks' £1.5bn every year

Hundreds of millions of pounds paid in care home fees are not being used for frontline costs, a study suggests.

Degree-educated savers 'at risk of fraud'

Fraudsters aim for larger pension pots, and target victims by offering "free pension reviews".

What does the US want from China? What is its endgame?

The US-China rivalry is about more than trade - it spans economics, defence, culture and technology.

The shareholders fighting to make oil firms greener

"Shareholder activists" are increasingly pushing energy firms to do more to address climate change.

Potential US China trade deal would remove tariffs

China has pushed the US to remove the tariffs on its goods as part of a trade deal.

Bill Gates criticises Elizabeth Warren's plan for tax on super-rich

Elizabeth Warren has offered to meet the Microsoft co-founder to explain plans she mooted last week.

TikTok: Should we trust the Chinese social-media video app?

US lawmakers are worried about TikTok's Chinese ownership, despite its data-protection assurances.

Netflix to disappear on older Samsung smart TVs

Samsung said Netflix would no longer be supported on 2010 and 2011 TV models.

Cyprus strips 'golden' passports from 26 investors

Criminals are suspected of using cash-for-passports schemes in Cyprus and some other EU states.

Bank split on rates as it warns Brexit deal would hit growth

Interest rates are held steady, but two Bank policymakers vote for an immediate cut.

Wetherspoon's lambasted for Brexit beermat campaign

Shareholder lobby group Pirc says pro-Leave beermats broke company law and investors should respond.

West Coast Rail prices could rise, warns watchdog

The UK's competition regulator says franchise winner FirstGroup is the sole operator on several routes.

General election 2019: Labour promise billions for public services

John McDonnell sets out investment plans, as the Tories also vow to borrow more to spend on infrastructure.

Lufthansa scraps 1,300 flights in 48-hour strike

About 180,000 passengers face travel disruption after the airline failed to halt the two-day action.

BritBox: UK broadcasters enter the streaming wars as new service launches

British broadcasters enter the streaming wars, offering shows from Downton Abbey to Love Island.

Sainsbury's profits sink on store closure costs

A reorganisation of the supermarket's stores all but wipes out half-year profits.

Alphabet investigates handling of harassment claims

It follows lawsuits filed over the way Google executives allegedly handled sexual misconduct claims.

Ex-Twitter employees accused of spying for Saudi Arabia

US prosecutors allege that Saudi agents sought personal information about known Saudi critics.

Traders call for more family friendly hours

Trader associations call on exchanges to cut hours in part to encourage more diversity.

Airbnb will verify listings, 11 years after launch

Airbnb says it will start to verify every property after an investigation found a series of scams.

Government 'set to break its spending rules'

The gap between spending and tax receipts is set to be much higher than expected, a think tank warns.

Japan typhoon Hagibis: Ten flooded bullet trains scrapped

The damage to the trains formed an iconic image of Typhoon Hagibis and will cost more than $100m.

'I do my engineering in high heels not a hard hat'

The Royal Academy of Engineering wants to demolish stereotypes and attract more women to the industry.

Trend Micro rogue employee exposes customer data

Security company Trend Micro says a rogue employee stole and sold customer data.

Virgin Media switches phone customers from BT to Vodafone

About three million mobile customers will switch to Vodafone in a blow for BT.

Chinese group 'is favourite to buy British Steel'

Jingye is reportedly planning to make an offer to buy the steelmaker out of insolvency.

Softbank tumbles into loss amid WeWork woes

The Japanese investment giant's boss admits he exercised poor judgement over the shared office firm.

Poor clothing sales see M&S's profits slide

Demand for clothes was weak in the first half but a turnaround plan is producing results.

Uber in fatal crash had safety flaws say US investigators

US safety investigators found Uber's self-driving test car wasn't programmed to react to jaywakers.

Boeing whistleblower raises doubts over 787 oxygen system

Former quality manager says Boeing was driven by cost and schedules above safety, which it denies.

Could the world cope if GPS stopped working?

Despite widespread reliance on the system, there is no universal plan to deal with GPS disruption.

Being a good guy boss left me £1.2m in debt

Retired plumber Murray Menzies is one of scores of small traders facing financial ruin.

Brazil dam owner Vale failed to report danger signs - regulator

The Feijão dam in Minas Gerais state collapsed in January killing at least 250 people.

All Mothercare UK stores to close

The baby goods firm, which has 79 retail stores in the UK, has appointed administrators from PwC.

South Western Railway workers to hold 27 days of strikes

The stoppage will affect South Western Railway services in December and on New Year's Day.

Millennial men demand better parental leave

Millennial men help drive change in the workplace with companies extending maternity leave to dads.

Boeing boss gives up bonus following plane crashes

Firm's chairman says Dennis Muilenburg 'has done everything right' in the wake of two airline disasters.

Can my landlord lock my thermostat in a box?

If a tenant wants the hot water on, but the thermostat has been locked away, what can they do?

Facebook changes product branding to FACEBOOK

Instagram and WhatsApp are among products that will carry the new branding in the next few weeks.

Mothercare looks to protect its UK pension schemes

The firm is examining a plan to stop retirement cash being placed in the UK Pension Protection Fund.

Starter homes pledged by government in 2014, but none built, says watchdog

Government plans to build 200,000 affordable homes have come to nothing, the National Audit Office says.

Behind the wheel of a hydrogen-powered car

Hydrogen cars are green, quick to refuel and have range, so why are battery cars way ahead of them?

Work romance: 'I was sacked for falling in love'

Gary Lyon lost his senior management job for dating a junior colleague, but now they are married.

What has gone wrong at Mothercare?

Parents have fond feelings for the retailer but it has failed to adapt to their needs.

Cuadrilla says it hopes to overturn fracking suspension

The energy company says it hopes to "address concerns" about fracking after a government moratorium.

OneCoin lawyer on trial for role in 'crypto-scam'

Mark Scott is alleged to have illegally routed approximately $400m (£310m) out of the US.

'Why I plan on suing Asda over new employment contract'

GMB union says it is advising its members on whether to go to tribunal over their dismissals

Sportswear company faces two US accounting probes

Under Armour is being probed by the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Department of Justice.

Gambling firms' shares hit by call to cut stakes

A group of MPs says new legislation is needed to cut stake and deposit limits in online gambling.

Microsoft four-day work week 'boosts productivity'

The technology giant closed its offices in Japan on Fridays during the month of August 2019

Hummus recall extended over salmonella scare

Dips stocked by retailers such as Asda, Morrisons and Sainsbury's have been affected by the recall.

Mothercare UK administration plan threatens 2,500 jobs

The mother and baby goods retailer says its 79 UK stores are unable to trade profitably.

General Election 2019: Public spending 'to rocket' in next parliament

Government spending will climb to 1970s levels, whichever party wins the election, research claims.

No-one understood our idea, but now it's worth over $1bn

Howie Liu's firm AirTable wants to make spreadsheets so simple anyone can use them.

The dangerous life of food delivery drivers

When it comes to deliveries - drivers risk intimidation and serious injury to bring us our food.

McDonald's: CEO Steve Easterbrook fired after dating employee

Steve Easterbrook had a consensual relationship with another member of staff, violating company rules.

Dollar Shave Club owner to stop porn site adverts

Unilever has made the pledge after its men's grooming brand advertised on controversial site Pornhub.

HS2 review criticised by deputy chair of panel

Lord Berkeley had 'no opportunity to influence' a forthcoming report into high-speed rail project.

Saudi Aramco IPO: World's most profitable company to go public

Stock market flotation of the Saudi oil giant Aramco could be the world's biggest initial public offering.

Olivia Newton-John's Grease outfit fetches $405,700 at auction

She wore the black leather jacket and skin-tight trousers as Sandy for the 1978 film's finale.

Benefits freeze to end in 2020, government confirms

The first rise in four years is the latest spending pledge made by ministers ahead of the general election.

Where can you go if you need money in a hurry?

What are the alternatives for short-term borrowing after the demise of the big payday lenders?

Fracking halted after government pulls support

Drilling for shale gas will cease in England - but the government stops short of an outright ban.

Electric cars: Best and worst places to charge your car

London and Scotland are the best places to find charging points, while Yorkshire is the worst.

On the inside of a hacking catastrophe

A massive data breach can cause chaos within a company and put IT staff under extreme stress.

Thomas Cook brand sold to Club Med owner Fosun for £11m

Former investor Fosun Tourism is acquiring the 178-year old name as well as two hotel brands.

Manchester clothing firm wins Bentley Motors trademark battle

Bentley Motors can no longer use the name Bentley on its clothing in the UK, a court rules.

Fitbit snapped up by Google in $2.1bn deal

The fitness device maker says Google is an ideal partner as it looks to diversify.

US new jobs grow despite impact from GM strike

The world's biggest economy outstripped employment forecasts by adding 128,000 new roles.

South Africa's rooibos tea industry to pay KhoiSan people

The industry-wide agreement could have implications for other indigenous people around the world.

Sainsbury's ex-boss urges VAT rise to save High Street

Raising VAT and cutting business rates would help retailers fight online rivals, says Justin King.

WeWork ex-boss had 'penchant to smoke marijuana'

The claim is made in a maternity discrimination charge filed by Adam Neumann's former chief of staff.