Stories

Fri, 09 Oct 2026

Trump wants to reduce the cost of fuel as the midterms loom - will it work?

The price of fuel has soared as the cost of living emerges as a key issue for millions of Americans.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026

Nvidia-backed AI data centre firm scraps landmark listing over market fears

Firmus said it had made the decision due to "recent market volatility and prevailing market conditions".

Fri, 09 Oct 2026

Adidas sues Australian label White Fox over four stripes design

The German sportswear brand wants the Sydney-based label to stop selling the clothes and pay damages.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

Mark Zuckerberg has an image problem - so why is Meta's business booming?

A new film paints the Meta founder as a villain. But the tech firm seems immune to bad publicity, writes our North America tech correspondent.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

Why are more roofs not made of solar tiles?

Solar tiles were touted as an attractive alternative to solar panels - why have they not taken off?

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

'Add me to WhatsApp' scam calls to be investigated

The UK's data watchdog is investigating a spike in complaints about "robo calls" that appear to lead to a recruitment scam.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

'I don't know what my partner earns': How soon into dating should you reveal your salary?

Talking about salary, spending habits and debt can be some of dating's trickier conversations.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

White House blocks Microsoft from foreign worker hiring programme

An international visa programme has for years allowed US tech companies to hire highly skilled workers from abroad.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

Why a Starbucks takeover of Chipotle would — and wouldn't — make sense for both companies

Starbucks has reportedly been working with advisers on a takeover proposal for Chipotle, but a potential deal comes with pros and cons for investors.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

Protesters blame 'vulture funds' for Spain's housing crisis

Hundreds have pitched their tents in central Madrid, while the Spanish prime minister has called a snap election.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

How soon into dating do you talk about your salary?

You've met someone and it's going well so far. But bringing up how much you both earn can be a tricky conversation.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

Plans to shut Marston's Brewery in Burton revealed

Burton-upon-Trent's links with beer and brewing date back centuries.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

Residents win Curo service charge legal battle

People living in a block of flats take their landlord to tribunal over a 300 per cent increase.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

Asos hackers took more personal details than first revealed, BBC finds

Retailer issues update after BBC contacted by cyber criminals who said this week's breach went beyond "basic contact details"

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

Skydance's David Ellison tells CNBC combined company is 'positioned to win in every single vertical'

Skydance includes two film studios, the CBS broadcast network, a sprawling pay TV portfolio and streaming services Paramount+ and HBO Max.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

Bid to run new trains on West Coast Mainline refused

Plans for more trains would “likely increase delays and cancelled trains", the rail regulator says.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

PepsiCo cuts earnings forecast as North American turnaround takes longer than expected

Pepsi's North American business continues to lag behind its international markets.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

Chrysler Building to get its crown restored after being sold

The distinctive Manhattan skyscraper will undergo a major renovation and provide a new supply of offices.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

Derry firm becomes one of UK's biggest car park operators after buying NCP

The Martin Group has become one of the UK's biggest car park operators after buying NCP out of administration.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026

The Bottom Line

What's going wrong with the largest economy in Europe?


Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Manage Cookies+ | Ad Choices | Accessibility & CC | About | Newsletters | Transcripts
Business News Top © 2024-2025