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Ukraine war: World Bank boss warns over global recession

David Malpass also said coronavirus lockdowns in China are contributing to a global slowdown. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61575387?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA David Malpass also said coronavirus lockdowns in China are contributing to a global slowdown. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61575387 Thu, 26 May 2022 04:48:22 GMT

Newport Wafer Fab: Chinese buyout of UK's biggest chip plant to be reviewed

The UK government says it will make a national security assessment of the sale of Newport Wafer Fab. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-politics-61585926?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The UK government says it will make a national security assessment of the sale of Newport Wafer Fab. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-politics-61585926 Wed, 25 May 2022 17:04:23 GMT

Dyson working on home robots

The company is setting up a major robotics research centre in the UK. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-61574202?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The company is setting up a major robotics research centre in the UK. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-61574202 Wed, 25 May 2022 16:51:50 GMT

'I found my dream job in retirement - marrying people'

Former teacher Amanda Wheal explains how she reinvented herself as a wedding celebrant. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61520904?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Former teacher Amanda Wheal explains how she reinvented herself as a wedding celebrant. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61520904 Tue, 24 May 2022 23:10:11 GMT

'We don't want UK-EU trade war' - Irish PM

Micheál Martin says he is hopeful he will not have to contemplate tariffs against UK exports. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61583660?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Micheál Martin says he is hopeful he will not have to contemplate tariffs against UK exports. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61583660 Wed, 25 May 2022 23:02:43 GMT

Cost of living: 'My daughter won't ask me for money for sanitary products'

A mother explains how she can't make ends meet as data suggests more people are struggling. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61527384?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A mother explains how she can't make ends meet as data suggests more people are struggling. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61527384 Wed, 25 May 2022 23:01:19 GMT

Energy bill support of £10bn set to be unveiled

A new package to help people with rising energy bills will be funded by a windfall tax on energy firms. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61584546?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A new package to help people with rising energy bills will be funded by a windfall tax on energy firms. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61584546 Wed, 25 May 2022 15:59:02 GMT

Volkswagen to pay out £193m in UK 'dieselgate' settlement

More than 90,000 people will get payouts over the installation of emissions cheating devices. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61581251?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA More than 90,000 people will get payouts over the installation of emissions cheating devices. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61581251 Wed, 25 May 2022 15:21:06 GMT

Energy firm SSE announces £1.5bn operating profit

The Perth-based firm will invest more than £15bn in Scotland's energy infrastructure this decade. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-business-61578102?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Perth-based firm will invest more than £15bn in Scotland's energy infrastructure this decade. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-business-61578102 Wed, 25 May 2022 10:40:08 GMT

Pfizer will not sell drugs for profit in poor nations

US pharmaceutical firm Pfizer said it would sell its patented drugs at cost to 45 low-income countries. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61578956?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA US pharmaceutical firm Pfizer said it would sell its patented drugs at cost to 45 low-income countries. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61578956 Wed, 25 May 2022 11:42:02 GMT

Rail strike: Pay rise demand not unreasonable, says RMT union

A rail workers' union urges operators to negotiate on pay after its members voted to hold a strike. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61578873?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A rail workers' union urges operators to negotiate on pay after its members voted to hold a strike. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61578873 Wed, 25 May 2022 10:46:45 GMT

UK labour shortage: 'It used to be easy to get fruit pickers'

Brexit and the pandemic are blamed for a lack of seasonal workers in the food and farming sector. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-suffolk-61568286?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Brexit and the pandemic are blamed for a lack of seasonal workers in the food and farming sector. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-suffolk-61568286 Wed, 25 May 2022 09:52:51 GMT

Marks & Spencer confirms full exit from Russia

The retail giant previously said complex franchise agreements prevented it from leaving completely. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61575556?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The retail giant previously said complex franchise agreements prevented it from leaving completely. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61575556 Wed, 25 May 2022 06:27:37 GMT

Shell consultant quits and accuses firm of 'extreme harms'

Caroline Dennett says she has worked with the oil and gas major for more than a decade. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61574686?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Caroline Dennett says she has worked with the oil and gas major for more than a decade. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61574686 Wed, 25 May 2022 05:04:02 GMT

Klitschko brothers urge Europe to stay strong for Ukraine

Champion boxers visit World Economic Forum in Davos to urge support for Ukraine. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61574271?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Champion boxers visit World Economic Forum in Davos to urge support for Ukraine. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61574271 Tue, 24 May 2022 23:02:30 GMT

Could hydrogen ease Germany's reliance on Russian gas?

Why hydrogen might be one route for Germany to move away from dependence on Russian imports. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61406077?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Why hydrogen might be one route for Germany to move away from dependence on Russian imports. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61406077 Tue, 24 May 2022 10:45:43 GMT

I change how I look and talk to fit in at work

Two thirds of women of colour in UK workplaces say they change themselves to fit in, a report says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61514430?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Two thirds of women of colour in UK workplaces say they change themselves to fit in, a report says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61514430 Tue, 24 May 2022 23:05:18 GMT

US closes loophole for Russian debt payments

The move by the US Treasury Department could push Russia closer to default. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61569560?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The move by the US Treasury Department could push Russia closer to default. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61569560 Tue, 24 May 2022 22:14:21 GMT

Rail strike: RMT union votes for national action

RMT members vote in favour of strike action across Network Rail and 13 train operating companies. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61573206?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA RMT members vote in favour of strike action across Network Rail and 13 train operating companies. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61573206 Tue, 24 May 2022 21:37:38 GMT

Mining giant pleads guilty to UK bribery charges

Glencore pleads guilty to seven counts of bribery in London and resolves similar US claims for $1bn. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61567403?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Glencore pleads guilty to seven counts of bribery in London and resolves similar US claims for $1bn. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61567403 Tue, 24 May 2022 19:27:42 GMT

Cost of living: Government plan to help households could come in days

The BBC understands an announcement could be made as soon as Thursday after growing pressure on Downing Street. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61572226?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The BBC understands an announcement could be made as soon as Thursday after growing pressure on Downing Street. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61572226 Tue, 24 May 2022 17:31:23 GMT

Putin weaponising Ukraine’s crops, says Polish PM

Mateusz Morawiecki also warned that only the Russian leader would be "happy" with a UK-EU trade war. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61562864?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Mateusz Morawiecki also warned that only the Russian leader would be "happy" with a UK-EU trade war. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61562864 Tue, 24 May 2022 13:30:11 GMT

Energy price cap to rise to £2,800 in October

Industry regulator Ofgem warns households that they should expect higher energy bills. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61562657?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Industry regulator Ofgem warns households that they should expect higher energy bills. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61562657 Tue, 24 May 2022 11:33:17 GMT

Energy firms warn against extending windfall tax to renewables

Applying a windfall tax to renewable energy could threaten the government's energy strategy, sources say. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61566083?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Applying a windfall tax to renewable energy could threaten the government's energy strategy, sources say. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61566083 Tue, 24 May 2022 11:22:19 GMT

Grocery prices rise at the fastest rate since 2009

People are increasingly worried about cost of the weekly shop, says research firm Kantar. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61558324?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA People are increasingly worried about cost of the weekly shop, says research firm Kantar. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61558324 Tue, 24 May 2022 07:53:41 GMT

Klarna to cut 10% of staff as it warns of recession

The buy now pay later firm plans to axe around 700 workers ahead of a "likely recession". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61562651?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The buy now pay later firm plans to axe around 700 workers ahead of a "likely recession". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61562651 Tue, 24 May 2022 07:17:57 GMT

Government borrowing falls in April

Borrowing is lower at £18.6bn but still the fourth-highest April figure since records began. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61561682?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Borrowing is lower at £18.6bn but still the fourth-highest April figure since records began. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61561682 Tue, 24 May 2022 06:16:56 GMT

Cost of living: Is Asia seeing a rise of 'food nationalism'?

Malaysia has become the latest country in the region to cut food exports to keep prices down at home. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61560543?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Malaysia has become the latest country in the region to cut food exports to keep prices down at home. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61560543 Tue, 24 May 2022 05:49:09 GMT

One in five employees expect to change jobs this year - survey

Workers in the UK continue to look for better pay and conditions as bosses struggle to recruit. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61552546?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Workers in the UK continue to look for better pay and conditions as bosses struggle to recruit. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61552546 Tue, 24 May 2022 04:28:33 GMT

Quad summit: The China factor at the heart of the meeting

The group will refocus on an open and safe Indo-Pacific - and analysts say this is aimed at China. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-61547082?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The group will refocus on an open and safe Indo-Pacific - and analysts say this is aimed at China. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-61547082 Tue, 24 May 2022 00:10:11 GMT

Cryptocrash: ‘I was arrested for knocking on Luna boss's door'

A man says he lost millions, and then was arrested for trying to talk to crypto boss Do Kwon. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-61552030?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A man says he lost millions, and then was arrested for trying to talk to crypto boss Do Kwon. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-61552030 Mon, 23 May 2022 23:59:26 GMT

Airbnb to quit China as lockdowns restrict tourism

Stays in China made up only 1% of Airbnb's revenue for the last few years, a source said. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61560385?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Stays in China made up only 1% of Airbnb's revenue for the last few years, a source said. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61560385 Mon, 23 May 2022 23:42:32 GMT

Fraud victims face call waiting lottery from banks

Average waiting times can range from 16 seconds to over 30 minutes - depending on the bank, says Which?. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61550686?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Average waiting times can range from 16 seconds to over 30 minutes - depending on the bank, says Which?. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61550686 Mon, 23 May 2022 23:09:27 GMT

The sci-fi technology tackling malarial mosquitos

Gene drive development makes a genetically modified gene that spreads widely within populations. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61505102?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Gene drive development makes a genetically modified gene that spreads widely within populations. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61505102 Sun, 22 May 2022 23:05:12 GMT

Love Island's eBay styling could change second hand buying habits

Fans of the show could buy more second hand after seeing stars in eBay outfits, fashion experts say. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61478777?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Fans of the show could buy more second hand after seeing stars in eBay outfits, fashion experts say. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61478777 Mon, 23 May 2022 23:06:15 GMT

Why chicken is getting more and more expensive

We follow a chicken from farm to supermarket shelf to see how costs are building up at every stage. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61466479?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA We follow a chicken from farm to supermarket shelf to see how costs are building up at every stage. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61466479 Mon, 23 May 2022 23:08:06 GMT

What Didi's US exit tells us about China and Wall Street

The Chinese ride-hailing giant will quit Wall Street less than twelve months after its US market debut. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-59737135?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Chinese ride-hailing giant will quit Wall Street less than twelve months after its US market debut. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-59737135 Mon, 23 May 2022 20:07:54 GMT

Starbucks withdraws name from Russia after 15 years

The coffee giant makes the decision to exit after suspending operations there in March. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61555306?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The coffee giant makes the decision to exit after suspending operations there in March. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61555306 Mon, 23 May 2022 14:33:36 GMT

Ukraine calls for safe passage for grain exports

The country's inability to export its grain has led to food prices rising around the world. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61548029?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The country's inability to export its grain has led to food prices rising around the world. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61548029 Mon, 23 May 2022 13:36:36 GMT

Millionaires at Davos say 'tax us more'

At the annual meeting of the business and political elites, wealthy attendees call for fairer tax. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61549155?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA At the annual meeting of the business and political elites, wealthy attendees call for fairer tax. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61549155 Mon, 23 May 2022 10:05:39 GMT

Cost of living: We cannot rule out a windfall tax, says minister

Simon Clarke will not confirm a levy on energy firms to tackle rising costs, but promises pragmatism. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61549109?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Simon Clarke will not confirm a levy on energy firms to tackle rising costs, but promises pragmatism. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61549109 Mon, 23 May 2022 09:28:21 GMT

HSBC suspends banker over climate comments, reports say

The banking giant has declined to comment on media reports that Stuart Kirk has been suspended. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61519111?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The banking giant has declined to comment on media reports that Stuart Kirk has been suspended. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61519111 Mon, 23 May 2022 05:05:36 GMT

Palm oil firms depriving tribes of millions of dollars

Companies supplying major manufacturers fail to meet promises to share land, joint BBC investigation finds. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-61509744?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Companies supplying major manufacturers fail to meet promises to share land, joint BBC investigation finds. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-61509744 Sun, 22 May 2022 23:07:20 GMT

Pay gap from bosses to staff to widen - think tank

The High Pay Centre says pay gaps were the greatest in the retail sector in the early months of 2022. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61544250?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The High Pay Centre says pay gaps were the greatest in the retail sector in the early months of 2022. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61544250 Sun, 22 May 2022 23:03:34 GMT

Cost of living: Two-child families paying £400 a month more

The rising cost of energy, transport and childcare is forcing families to make tough choices. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61501778?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The rising cost of energy, transport and childcare is forcing families to make tough choices. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61501778 Sun, 22 May 2022 23:02:23 GMT

Rail unions vow to fight government strike threat

Transport secretary Grant Shapps claims a new law would protect shipments from disruption. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61541303?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Transport secretary Grant Shapps claims a new law would protect shipments from disruption. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61541303 Sun, 22 May 2022 15:07:50 GMT

E.On UK boss warns 40% of customers face fuel poverty

Chief executive Michael Lewis has called for government intervention to help struggling households. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61541294?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Chief executive Michael Lewis has called for government intervention to help struggling households. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61541294 Sun, 22 May 2022 11:36:15 GMT

Governments should subsidise food and energy - IMF boss

Kristalina Georgieva says government subsidies can help with the cost of living crisis. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61523624?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Kristalina Georgieva says government subsidies can help with the cost of living crisis. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61523624 Sun, 22 May 2022 00:27:05 GMT

Self-scan supermarket tills and the rows over their use

Do you relish scanning your own groceries or are you missing the human cashiers? URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61501128?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Do you relish scanning your own groceries or are you missing the human cashiers? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61501128 Sat, 21 May 2022 00:15:07 GMT

Russia halts gas supplies to Finland

Finland has refused to pay for gas in roubles but also angered Moscow by applying to join Nato. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61524933?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Finland has refused to pay for gas in roubles but also angered Moscow by applying to join Nato. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61524933 Fri, 20 May 2022 12:30:34 GMT

Will there be a national rail strike?

A strike ballot of 40,000 members of the RMT union closes on Tuesday. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61525780?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A strike ballot of 40,000 members of the RMT union closes on Tuesday. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61525780 Fri, 20 May 2022 15:37:20 GMT

Menopause and miscarriage funds for working women praised

Applications for grant funding are now open to charities who help support women in the workplace. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61478769?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Applications for grant funding are now open to charities who help support women in the workplace. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61478769 Fri, 20 May 2022 12:44:44 GMT

Hinkley Point C delayed by a year as cost goes up by £3bn

The revised operating date for the Somerset site is June 2027 and is expected to cost up to £26bn. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-61519609?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The revised operating date for the Somerset site is June 2027 and is expected to cost up to £26bn. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-61519609 Fri, 20 May 2022 09:59:24 GMT

Cost of living: What are Rishi Sunak's options to ease the burden on households?

There are ways the chancellor could tackle the strain on people's pockets - but what do they cost? URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61491787?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA There are ways the chancellor could tackle the strain on people's pockets - but what do they cost? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61491787 Fri, 20 May 2022 09:48:03 GMT

Sunday Times Rich List: Rishi Sunak and Akshata Murty among UK's wealthiest

The chancellor and his wife Akshata Murty make the Sunday Times Rich List with their £730m fortune. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61490481?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The chancellor and his wife Akshata Murty make the Sunday Times Rich List with their £730m fortune. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61490481 Fri, 20 May 2022 09:39:39 GMT

Retail sales jump in April driven by food stores

Alcohol and tobacco drive a surprise rise in sales, though the longer term trend is still down. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61519378?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Alcohol and tobacco drive a surprise rise in sales, though the longer term trend is still down. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61519378 Fri, 20 May 2022 06:25:29 GMT

Cyber security: Global food supply chain at risk from malicious hackers

The growth of "smart" farm machinery is increasing the risk of hacking of food and farming systems. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-61336659?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The growth of "smart" farm machinery is increasing the risk of hacking of food and farming systems. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-61336659 Fri, 20 May 2022 03:10:45 GMT

Canada to ban China's Huawei and ZTE from its 5G networks

The UK, US, Australia and New Zealand have also barred the Chinese telecoms equipment makers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61517729?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The UK, US, Australia and New Zealand have also barred the Chinese telecoms equipment makers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61517729 Fri, 20 May 2022 04:01:29 GMT

Australia election 2022: Cost of living worries voters

If interest rates keep rising 300,000 Australians may default on mortgage repayments. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61483645?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA If interest rates keep rising 300,000 Australians may default on mortgage repayments. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61483645 Thu, 19 May 2022 23:08:12 GMT

The radio station giving indigenous people a voice

A new station in Panama allows marginalised groups to speak out about their lives and communities. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61479993?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A new station in Panama allows marginalised groups to speak out about their lives and communities. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61479993 Wed, 18 May 2022 23:14:30 GMT

Twitter steps up Ukraine misinformation fight

The social media platform says it will put false claims from official accounts behind warning notices. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61512261?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The social media platform says it will put false claims from official accounts behind warning notices. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61512261 Thu, 19 May 2022 18:35:48 GMT

Iceland to launch over-60s discount as cost of living soars

The supermarket chain says it wants to support older customers through the cost of living crisis. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61512945?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The supermarket chain says it wants to support older customers through the cost of living crisis. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61512945 Thu, 19 May 2022 16:19:31 GMT

McDonald's announces buyer for Russian business

The burger giant, which is leaving Russia after more than 30 years, has sold its restaurants to a franchisee. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61512255?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The burger giant, which is leaving Russia after more than 30 years, has sold its restaurants to a franchisee. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61512255 Thu, 19 May 2022 14:43:45 GMT

Royal Mail warns it will put prices up again

The company says it has to act to cover higher costs, including wages, energy and fuel expenses. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61505862?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The company says it has to act to cover higher costs, including wages, energy and fuel expenses. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61505862 Thu, 19 May 2022 09:42:38 GMT

Pressure builds on Sunak to act now on living costs

The CBI and the TUC urge the government to help the "hardest hit" as inflation soars. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61506985?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The CBI and the TUC urge the government to help the "hardest hit" as inflation soars. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61506985 Thu, 19 May 2022 09:58:31 GMT

Sri Lanka defaults on debt for first time in its history

The default comes as the country struggles with its worst financial crisis in more than 70 years. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61505842?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The default comes as the country struggles with its worst financial crisis in more than 70 years. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61505842 Thu, 19 May 2022 09:34:20 GMT

Ratan Tata: Tycoon's ride in India's cheapest car wins internet

When Ratan Tata recently rode in the Nano, he revived the frenzy over India's "most affordable car". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-61503989?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA When Ratan Tata recently rode in the Nano, he revived the frenzy over India's "most affordable car". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-61503989 Thu, 19 May 2022 05:27:43 GMT

Leaky Gucci and Adidas 'sun umbrella' sparks China outcry

Chinese social media users say they are shocked the 11,100 yuan ($1,642; £1,329) item will not stop rain. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61503469?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Chinese social media users say they are shocked the 11,100 yuan ($1,642; £1,329) item will not stop rain. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61503469 Thu, 19 May 2022 03:43:53 GMT

India seeks to win public trust in crisis-hit Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka's giant neighbour is emerging as one of its biggest providers of aid, after years of mistrust. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-61490635?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Sri Lanka's giant neighbour is emerging as one of its biggest providers of aid, after years of mistrust. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-61490635 Thu, 19 May 2022 00:16:06 GMT

Ukraine invasion could cause global food crisis, UN warns

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns developing countries face disaster due to rising prices. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61503049?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns developing countries face disaster due to rising prices. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61503049 Wed, 18 May 2022 23:52:10 GMT

Why your haircut is getting more expensive

Chain Trevor Sorbie says they are now spending thousands more each month. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61500041?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Chain Trevor Sorbie says they are now spending thousands more each month. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61500041 Wed, 18 May 2022 23:02:12 GMT

Cost of living: Calls to bring benefit and pension rises forward

Big increases are due next April but charities say soaring prices mean people need the money now. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61492789?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Big increases are due next April but charities say soaring prices mean people need the money now. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61492789 Wed, 18 May 2022 23:07:44 GMT

M&S warns online sales tax will damage High Street

Marks & Spencer says extra tax for online shops will mean lower investment in High Street stores. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61493882?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Marks & Spencer says extra tax for online shops will mean lower investment in High Street stores. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61493882 Wed, 18 May 2022 23:11:45 GMT

Markets fall as retailers ring alarm over US economy

The S&P 500 dropped 4%, while the Dow fell 3.5% after renewed signs of waning consumer confidence. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61497817?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The S&P 500 dropped 4%, while the Dow fell 3.5% after renewed signs of waning consumer confidence. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61497817 Wed, 18 May 2022 20:59:15 GMT

Martin Shkreli 'Pharma bro' released early from prison

Mr Shkreli was convicted in 2017 of defrauding investors. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61497816?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Mr Shkreli was convicted in 2017 of defrauding investors. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61497816 Wed, 18 May 2022 19:12:03 GMT

Oil and gas industry pushes back over windfall tax

Oil and gas producers say they are already paying more tax and an extra levy would damage confidence. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61487871?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Oil and gas producers say they are already paying more tax and an extra levy would damage confidence. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61487871 Wed, 18 May 2022 19:18:40 GMT

Government windfall tax U-turn inevitable, says Keir Starmer

Boris Johnson does not rule out a tax on the energy giants, as he is accused of dithering by Labour. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61495297?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Boris Johnson does not rule out a tax on the energy giants, as he is accused of dithering by Labour. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61495297 Wed, 18 May 2022 15:45:33 GMT

McDonald's and Wendy's sued for burger ads that mislead on size

A lawsuit accuses the firms of advertising burgers that look bigger than they actually are. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61497812?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A lawsuit accuses the firms of advertising burgers that look bigger than they actually are. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61497812 Wed, 18 May 2022 15:15:08 GMT

Rishi Sunak warns of tough few months as inflation soars

The chancellor says it won't be easy to tackle cost of living crisis as inflation hits 40-year high. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61497660?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The chancellor says it won't be easy to tackle cost of living crisis as inflation hits 40-year high. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61497660 Wed, 18 May 2022 14:22:54 GMT

UK inflation: 'There's not much more I can do to save money'

We asked people across the country how they are coping with the rising cost of living. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61477406?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA We asked people across the country how they are coping with the rising cost of living. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61477406 Wed, 18 May 2022 10:16:06 GMT

UK inflation hits highest for 40 years as energy bills soar

UK inflation, the rate at which prices rise, jumped to 9% in the year to April, up from 7% in March. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61483175?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA UK inflation, the rate at which prices rise, jumped to 9% in the year to April, up from 7% in March. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61483175 Wed, 18 May 2022 06:15:17 GMT

China Eastern plane crash likely intentional, US reports say

Flight data reportedly indicates someone in the cockpit made the China Eastern Airlines jet crash. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61488976?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Flight data reportedly indicates someone in the cockpit made the China Eastern Airlines jet crash. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61488976 Wed, 18 May 2022 04:58:06 GMT

Netflix cuts 150 US-based jobs after losing subscribers

The US streaming giant is forced to lay off staff to minimise cost of viewers quitting the service. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61489041?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The US streaming giant is forced to lay off staff to minimise cost of viewers quitting the service. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61489041 Wed, 18 May 2022 03:20:05 GMT

Californian court declares law requiring women on boards unconstitutional

The court said the law, which forced boards to have up to three women directors, was discriminatory. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-61488736?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The court said the law, which forced boards to have up to three women directors, was discriminatory. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-61488736 Wed, 18 May 2022 02:37:26 GMT

Will swapping out electric car batteries catch on?

One Chinese carmaker has plans for thousands of stations in Europe where you can switch batteries. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61310513?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA One Chinese carmaker has plans for thousands of stations in Europe where you can switch batteries. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61310513 Mon, 16 May 2022 23:05:24 GMT

How Gen Z is hooked on cryptocurrency and NFTs

A growing number of young people are getting into crypto trading - despite the risks. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60566575?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A growing number of young people are getting into crypto trading - despite the risks. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60566575 Tue, 17 May 2022 23:05:26 GMT

Tesco shopper's plea to bring back till staff

Pat McCarthy says there are not enough staffed tills for those who struggle with self-service machines. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61467165?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Pat McCarthy says there are not enough staffed tills for those who struggle with self-service machines. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61467165 Tue, 17 May 2022 23:01:08 GMT

Global firms are boosting baby formula supplies in the US

Nestle is flying in additional shipments from Europe as the US faces a shortage. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61484639?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Nestle is flying in additional shipments from Europe as the US faces a shortage. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61484639 Tue, 17 May 2022 20:07:50 GMT

Petrol retailers urged to pass on fuel duty cut

The government wants to ensure companies pass on tax cuts to motorists as diesel prices hit new highs. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61484102?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The government wants to ensure companies pass on tax cuts to motorists as diesel prices hit new highs. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61484102 Tue, 17 May 2022 20:06:19 GMT

Warning over shrinking school meals as prices rise

The boss of a major food wholesaler says school caterers face "difficult decisions" as prices rise. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61477584?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The boss of a major food wholesaler says school caterers face "difficult decisions" as prices rise. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61477584 Tue, 17 May 2022 11:17:20 GMT

Elon Musk warns Twitter deal stuck without fake account proof

The deal to buy Twitter can't "move forward" without proof of spam account numbers, Mr Musk says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61432483?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The deal to buy Twitter can't "move forward" without proof of spam account numbers, Mr Musk says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61432483 Tue, 17 May 2022 09:39:47 GMT

Wages fall sharply but unemployment rate drops

Pay fell by 1.2% between January and March but the jobs market remained buoyant. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61475720?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Pay fell by 1.2% between January and March but the jobs market remained buoyant. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61475720 Tue, 17 May 2022 06:25:24 GMT

Tesco gives £6.6m to pig producers following plea

The move follows a public letter to the supermarket giant claiming farmers would go out of business. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-norfolk-61471296?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The move follows a public letter to the supermarket giant claiming farmers would go out of business. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-norfolk-61471296 Tue, 17 May 2022 05:12:45 GMT

US warns over risk of hiring North Korea IT workers

The remote workers allegedly aim to help fund Pyongyang's advanced weapons programmes. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61474771?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The remote workers allegedly aim to help fund Pyongyang's advanced weapons programmes. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61474771 Tue, 17 May 2022 04:08:15 GMT

Sri Lanka down to last day of petrol, new prime minister says

Ranil Wickremesinghe also said the country's central bank will print money to pay government wages. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61474732?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ranil Wickremesinghe also said the country's central bank will print money to pay government wages. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61474732 Tue, 17 May 2022 02:34:45 GMT

The new jet set - why private plane usage has soared

The pandemic led to more people using private jets, but is the increase set to continue? URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61391638?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The pandemic led to more people using private jets, but is the increase set to continue? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61391638 Sun, 15 May 2022 23:02:37 GMT

Northern Ireland: Could the EU and UK face a trade war?

As tensions build over Northern Ireland, concerns of a trade war between the EU and UK have surfaced. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61466142?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA As tensions build over Northern Ireland, concerns of a trade war between the EU and UK have surfaced. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61466142 Mon, 16 May 2022 23:02:10 GMT

Warning poorest households are struggling to get £150 energy rebate

Fuel poverty charity warns that low income households will wait longest for £150 council tax rebate. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61421199?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Fuel poverty charity warns that low income households will wait longest for £150 council tax rebate. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61421199 Mon, 16 May 2022 23:00:31 GMT

ScotRail plans to cut third of services, says RMT union

The RMT union said the timetable plans could cause "industrial carnage" amid an ongoing pay dispute. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-61468006?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The RMT union said the timetable plans could cause "industrial carnage" amid an ongoing pay dispute. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-61468006 Mon, 16 May 2022 17:56:24 GMT

Twitter boss responds to Musk doubts on fake accounts

Chief executive Parag Agrawal says the firm is confident that less than 5% of users are spam accounts. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61472388?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Chief executive Parag Agrawal says the firm is confident that less than 5% of users are spam accounts. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61472388 Mon, 16 May 2022 17:30:26 GMT

Bank governor defends response to rising prices

Andrew Bailey says he could not have foreseen events such as the war in Ukraine that are driving prices higher URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61469532?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Andrew Bailey says he could not have foreseen events such as the war in Ukraine that are driving prices higher https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61469532 Mon, 16 May 2022 14:52:06 GMT

EasyJet to take out seats so it can fly with fewer crew

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Ukraine war: Russian energy embargo needed now, says finance minister

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Mine e-waste, not the Earth, say scientists

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Shop owners to be forced to rent out empty premises, government says

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Chelsea agree sale terms with LA Dodgers' Todd Boehly

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Families face debt squeeze as prices keep rising

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New energy firms took high risk strategy - report

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Travel limits on international music tours to be eased

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Amazon targets review firms with legal action

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US job creation beats forecasts despite headwinds

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McColl's collapses into administration

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Facebook's Australia news ban overblocked on purpose, whistleblowers claim

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Morrisons makes last minute bid to save McColl's

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House prices hit new record but growth set to slow

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Gucci stores to accept cryptocurrencies in US

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Cocaine found in coffee sent to Nespresso plant

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UK government sets out plans to rein in Big Tech

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US markets see worst losses since 2020 after rate rise

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McColl's convenience store chain on brink of collapse

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Interest rates: What are they and how high could they go?

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Elon Musk lines up $7bn backing for Twitter deal

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Africa's digital business: The women swapping shops for smartphones

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UK interest rates rise to the highest since 2009

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Turkey's cost of living soars nearly 70%

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Shell's profit nearly triples as oil prices surge

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Uber loses $5.9bn as Asia investment values fall

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Bill Gates on Elon Musk feud and Jeffrey Epstein meetings

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What do zero-Covid policies mean for UK prices?

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Michael Murray: New Sports Direct boss says High Street isn't dead

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Dubai a haven for wealthy Russians fleeing sanctions

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Cyber-security chiefs warn of malicious app risk

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US makes biggest interest rate rise in 22 years

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Ukraine conflict: What is Swift and why is banning Russia so significant?

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Halifax apologises after interest rate email blunder

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Ukraine: UK cuts Russia off from management services

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Boohoo hit by higher clothes returns than pre-Covid

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Klarna to report customer debts to credit agencies

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Oil prices have soared. Why won't Opec bring them down?

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LIC IPO: Insurance giant opens India's largest share sale

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Musk says Twitter may see 'slight cost' for businesses and governments

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'How a near-death experience inspired my business'

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redirecting to https://stock.bdnewsnet.com/ Dhruvin Patel talks about becoming an entrepreneur after surviving a terrifying accident. Dhruvin Patel talks about becoming an entrepreneur after surviving a terrifying accident. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3Qzj9XD via IFTTT

The perfect storm increasing the cost of a crucial metal

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Brewdog boss James Watt plans to give staff 20% of his stake

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redirecting to https://stock.bdnewsnet.com/ James Watt owns a quarter of the fast-growing Aberdeenshire-based beer maker. James Watt owns a quarter of the fast-growing Aberdeenshire-based beer maker. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KuokiRh via IFTTT

Amazon ends Android shopping app digital downloads

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redirecting to https://stock.bdnewsnet.com/ The move is in response to Google's app store policies, under which it takes 30% commission on all sales. The move is in response to Google's app store policies, under which it takes 30% commission on all sales. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tlywb3f via IFTTT

Russia beats final deadline to avoid debt default

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Estee Lauder: Cosmetics rebound outside of China

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redirecting to https://stock.bdnewsnet.com/ The makeup giant cut its sales forecast due to Covid restrictions in China. The makeup giant cut its sales forecast due to Covid restrictions in China. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/oaPRB1Q via IFTTT

Energy firms face deadline in review of direct debit hikes

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P&O brings back passengers on cross-Channel route after sackings

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redirecting to https://stock.bdnewsnet.com/ Tuesday marks the first time that drive-on passengers and tourists can use P&O in almost six weeks. Tuesday marks the first time that drive-on passengers and tourists can use P&O in almost six weeks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/bNvpk4s via IFTTT

BP profits soar amid calls for a windfall tax

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redirecting to https://stock.bdnewsnet.com/ The energy giant said underlying income hit $6.2bn due to 'exceptional oil and gas trading'. The energy giant said underlying income hit $6.2bn due to 'exceptional oil and gas trading'. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/rdSkBep via IFTTT

Australia raises rates for first time in 11 years

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redirecting to https://stock.bdnewsnet.com/ It puts extra strain on Australians - and Prime Minister Scott Morrison - ahead of a looming election. It puts extra strain on Australians - and Prime Minister Scott Morrison - ahead of a looming election. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/6fXlmbr via IFTTT