UK 'not out of woods' on inflation, says Bank as rates held
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:03:19 GMT
The Bank of England governor warns "we're not out of the woods yet" in terms of rising inflation.
A TikTok deal may be close. But what's in it for China?
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 22:07:20 GMT
Experts tell the BBC what a final deal might look like, and what Beijing might get in return.
Ticketmaster, Live Nation face US suit over resale tactics
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 19:47:33 GMT
US regulators accuse the companies of illegal ticket resale tactics costing consumers millions of dollars.
US firms pledge £150bn investment in UK as tech deal signed
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:18:36 GMT
The UK government hopes the investment will create more than 7,600 "high-quality jobs".
Chipmaker Nvidia to invest $5bn in rival Intel
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 16:30:58 GMT
The two American chipmakers will partner to make personal computer and data centre chips, in a lifeline for Intel as it struggles to profit from the AI boom.
Electric aviation awaits a battery breakthrough
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 23:01:17 GMT
With batteries still too heavy, start-up plane makers are exploring hybrid options for new aircraft.
Next warns UK economy faces 'anaemic' growth
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 12:41:53 GMT
The warning from the clothing chain comes as it reported a 13.8% rise in pre-tax profits.
MPs write to government over JLR supply chain jobs
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 17:58:18 GMT
West Midlands and Merseyside MPs have called for supply chain help after the JLR cyber attack.
Planning approvals for new homes at record low, figures show
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:39:00 GMT
Planning approvals for new homes were at their lowest on record during Labour’s first year in office, figures show
When will UK interest rates fall again?
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 11:24:26 GMT
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
Could the US interest rate cut boost the housing market?
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 23:02:17 GMT
Borrowing costs are not guaranteed to come down much more than they already have, even after this week's rate cut.
Fed Reserve cuts interest rates but cautions over stalling job market
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 20:12:27 GMT
The Federal Reserve makes its first cut to interest rates since 2024, and signals more to come.
Facebook owner unveils new AI-powered smart glasses
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 12:25:49 GMT
The event comes as Meta faces ongoing scrutiny over the impact of its products, particularly on children.
UK set for talks over access to EU defence loans
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 17:15:16 GMT
British ministers want UK-based companies to be able to take part in EU-funded military projects.
Workers across France strike over budget cut plans
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 15:39:00 GMT
The widespread walkouts come less than a fortnight after the government collapsed over a proposed budget.
Air India crash victims' families sue aerospace firms Boeing and Honeywell
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 03:17:37 GMT
They accuse the manufacturers of doing "nothing" despite being aware of the plane's risks.
Food prices continue to surge as inflation remains at 3.8%
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 10:56:31 GMT
While UK inflation held steady in August, the pace of price rises for food surged, increasing cost of living pressures.
Nvidia boss says UK will be 'AI superpower' as tech firms invest billions
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:00:11 GMT
Microsoft, Google and Nvidia have announced investments as part of a £31bn UK-US "Tech Prosperity Deal".
JLR supply chain staff told to apply for universal credit, union claims
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:50:02 GMT
Staff are being laid off with "reduced or zero pay" following a cyber attack, which has forced the carmaker to shut down, Unite union claims.
End of the road for manual drivers? More learners opt for automatics in tests
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 23:08:09 GMT
The UK's 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars is said to be driving the trend.
Nvidia boss 'disappointed' by report of China chip ban
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 11:23:24 GMT
Jensen Huang said the US needs "to make sure that that people can access this technology from all over the world".
Ben & Jerry's co-founder quits over social activism row
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 10:00:54 GMT
His resignation marks the latest development in a dispute with parent company Unilever.
UK hopes for 0% tariff on steel exports to US dashed
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 07:18:41 GMT
An agreement to reduce tariffs on UK steel to zero in short order was welcomed with some fanfare in July.
GSK pledges $30bn US investment as UK's pharma woes deepen
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 07:01:06 GMT
The company is the latest pharma firm to have either reduced spending in the UK or diverted it to the US.
Sky to cut 600 jobs in streaming move plans
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 17:20:50 GMT
A consultation has been launched on proposed changes, which affect 900 roles.
State pension likely to rise by 4.7% in April
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:19:29 GMT
Earnings figures for the three months to July are used for the yearly increase.
US regulators open Tesla probe after reports of children trapped in cars
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 16:23:04 GMT
US safety regulators are probing Tesla's electric-powered door handles, responding to reports that they stopped working, leaving children trapped.
Spain counts the cost of 'nightmare' wildfire summer
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 23:04:55 GMT
The country's farming and tourism sectors have been heavily affected by a spate of blazes.
AI challenges the dominance of Google search
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 23:03:20 GMT
The popularity of ChatGPT has raised questions about the future of traditional Google searches.
Will farming under solar panels take off?
Thu, 11 Sep 2025 23:01:08 GMT
Farming under solar panels is still in the early stages in India, but will it catch on?
'We are playing with fire': Fears persist over battery storage
Wed, 10 Sep 2025 23:03:51 GMT
More battery energy storage facilities are needed around the world, but fire risks remain.
The US factory spending $100,000 a month more due to tariffs
Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:57:20 GMT
The gulf between Trump's rhetoric and the reality on the ground is starting to show.
The Caribbean islands battling the region's 'highest murder rate'
Sun, 07 Sep 2025 23:41:57 GMT
Turks and Caicos Islands, a popular high-end tourist destination, is beset with violent crime.
Trump's tariffs are pushing food and drink exporters closer to China
Thu, 04 Sep 2025 23:19:09 GMT
Agricultural brokers tell the BBC there has been a surge of interest from exporters in trade with China.
Publishers fear AI summaries are hitting online traffic
Mon, 08 Sep 2025 23:07:35 GMT
Google's AI overviews are diverting traffic away from online newspapers and other publications.
The green steel firms looking to revive US steelmaking
Thu, 04 Sep 2025 23:01:17 GMT
Start-up firms have pilot plants for making steel with low carbon emissions, but can they scale up?
Lack of charging facilities a 'barrier' for electric lorries
Wed, 03 Sep 2025 23:01:15 GMT
Haulage firms are introducing electric heavy goods vehicles, but say many more chargers are needed.
Firmus gas prices to drop by 8.5% in Belfast area
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 23:01:14 GMT
The reduction, which takes effect from 1 November, will see bills reduce, on average, by £107 a year.
Why students like me are happier living at home
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 21:47:02 GMT
Research suggests the number of students planning to stay at home has doubled in the last 20 years.
Free welcome cafe opens to help community connect
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 15:43:23 GMT
The monthly cafe is being run by the volunteers behind the Highworth Community Larder project.
UK 'not out of woods' on inflation, says Bank as rates held
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:03:19 GMT
The Bank of England governor warns "we're not out of the woods yet" in terms of rising inflation.
Why is UK inflation still rising?
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 12:12:48 GMT
UK Inflation has fallen from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.
Trump's state visit is mired with potential pitfalls despite careful planning
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 23:06:35 GMT
Months of preparations have gone into this state visit - but the Lord Mandelson question is not the only concern troubling insiders.
The UK car industry is at a tipping point - can it be saved?
Tue, 12 Aug 2025 23:00:58 GMT
Tariffs, Brexit, pandemic havoc... All of this caused short-term disruption - but the impact concealed a deeper problem for the UK automotive industry
Trump's global tariffs 'victory' may well come at a high price
Thu, 31 Jul 2025 23:01:04 GMT
The US president considers it a win - but if this all triggers a foundational realignment, the results may not break in his favour
Labour might be down, but it's not necessarily out - voters reflect on a year in power
Sat, 05 Jul 2025 16:11:02 GMT
What’s gone wrong for Labour? 2024 voters delve into it, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
China's electric cars are becoming slicker and cheaper - but is there a deeper cost?
Mon, 09 Jun 2025 23:04:10 GMT
The future for EVs will inevitably involve China. But where does that leave the UK and Europe markets – and what of the questions around national security?
How to get out of a customer service 'doom loop'
Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:48:45 GMT
BBC Breakfast Business Presenter Emma Vardy has these tips for how to get complaints heard - and dealt with - when you're dealing with customer services.
Martin Lewis: Act now to save on your energy bills
Fri, 05 Sep 2025 11:36:28 GMT
Still on an energy price cap tariff? Martin Lewis has this warning for you ahead of the 2% rise on 1 October.
Short guide to saving money for freshers - by students
Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:24:23 GMT
Three students share their savvy tips for saving money at university.
Football’s Financial Shame: The Story of the V11
Tue, 02 Sep 2025 05:00:00 GMT
Unveiling a hidden scandal affecting a group of former Premier League players.
Martin Lewis has this warning for women over 40
Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:24:58 GMT
He explains how some women could be owed thousands of pounds in relation to their state pension.
