Sharp rise in UK firms at risk of going bust, insolvency data shows
The number of businesses in “critical distress” is on the rise as many battle with higher prices and lower demand....
GM deal clears way for end to US car strike
The move follows agreements at Ford and Chrysler-maker Stellantis, the other two carmakers hit by walkouts....
Cost-of-living payments: Latest £300 instalment being paid from now
Millions of low-income households will receive a cost-of-living payment between now and 19 November....
Bankers’ bonus cap scrapped allowing return of bumper rewards
Removing the cap on bankers’ bonuses could bring back “greed is good” attitudes, warns TUC....
World Bank warns oil prices could reach $150 a barrel
A prolonged conflict in the Middle East would lead to much higher energy prices, the global institution predicts...
Facebook and Instagram launch ad-free subscription tier in EU
The platforms’ owner Meta said its new subscription was about addressing EU concerns, rather than making money....
Big banks accused of doing little for savers
Returns have improved, but a group of MPs says big banks are doing “as little as they can” for savers....
Shein buys Missguided brand from Frasers Group
The Chinese fast fashion firm is taking over the label just over a year after it was rescued....
Petrol retailers should cut price by 5p a litre, RAC says
The motoring body says major fuel retailers should reduce prices to reflect lower wholesale costs....
Higher interest rates help to more than double HSBC profits
The banking giant also said it had taken a $500m hit related to China’s crisis-hit property market....