UK Business News
US loses last perfect credit rating amid rising debt
Sat, 17 May 2025 01:02:40 GMT
Moody's said successive US administrations had failed to reverse ballooning deficits and interest costs.
US proposes dropping Boeing criminal charge
Fri, 16 May 2025 19:22:39 GMT
Families criticised the move, which would avoid a trial that is due to begin in June.
Tesco apologises after software issue hits website and app
Fri, 16 May 2025 16:13:59 GMT
The company apologised to customers after its app and website went down on Friday afternoon.
Five House Republicans stall Trump's 'big, beautiful' tax bill
Sat, 17 May 2025 00:12:15 GMT
Lawmakers from the president's own party joined all Democrats to reject a key domestic bill, demanding deeper budget cuts.
Fresh milk and classical music: Firm posts lucrative office cat-sitting job
Fri, 16 May 2025 21:01:18 GMT
The job ad requires the successful candidate to play classical music to the cat on Fridays.
The camera tech propelling shows like Adolescence
Thu, 15 May 2025 23:22:42 GMT
Whole TV shows shot in one long take are made possible by new lightweight cameras.
Wegovy firm unexpectedly forces boss to step down
Fri, 16 May 2025 16:13:47 GMT
The decision, described as a response to market challenges and a slide in its share price, was unexpected.
Thames Water bonuses could be blocked by regulator
Fri, 16 May 2025 13:36:45 GMT
New rules mean Ofwat could step in to prevent under-performing water companies paying any bonuses.
One in 10 have no savings, financial regulator says
Fri, 16 May 2025 10:53:51 GMT
Stress and anxiety among those with debts remains high but help is available, a major survey finds.
Four Premier League clubs warned over gambling sponsors
Fri, 16 May 2025 15:00:43 GMT
Four Premier League clubs have been warned by the Gambling Commission over their relationship with an unlicensed gambling business.
Billionaires fall as King rises in latest Sunday Times Rich List
Fri, 16 May 2025 09:56:20 GMT
The King's personal wealth is now equal to former prime minister Rishi Sunak and his wife at £640m.
UK needs more nuclear to power AI, says Amazon boss
Thu, 15 May 2025 23:12:49 GMT
The world's largest cloud computing company plans to spend £8bn on new data centres in the UK over the next four years.
Canada's iconic Hudson Bay brand to survive after sale to competitor
Fri, 16 May 2025 15:13:58 GMT
The company, which applied for creditor protection, is selling its intellectual property to Canadian Tire.
Nissan says it could share global plants with Chinese state firm
Fri, 16 May 2025 10:07:08 GMT
Nissan announced this week that it would lay off another 11,000 workers and shut seven factories.
UK business group calls for 'reset' with EU
Thu, 15 May 2025 21:01:53 GMT
The lobby group calls for travel restrictions to be eased and less red tape between the UK and EU.
Gatwick strike called off but disruption looms
Fri, 16 May 2025 09:40:34 GMT
A baggage handler's strike at half-term is suspended, but refuelers continue with their walkout.
MPs call for year-long delay to farm inheritance tax
Fri, 16 May 2025 00:17:59 GMT
A cross-party committee says farmers have lost trust in the government over its policies.
BA fined £3m after luggage handlers hurt in falls
Thu, 15 May 2025 18:45:21 GMT
One worker broke his back and another suffered a brain bleed in falls at Heathrow Airport.
UK economy is growing more than expected - how optimistic should you be?
Thu, 15 May 2025 16:04:55 GMT
The UK economy grew by more than expected at the start of 2025. What does this mean for you?
Faisal Islam: The UK's surprisingly strong growth may not be temporary
Thu, 15 May 2025 15:16:21 GMT
These figures provide an opportune moment for some optimism and a hard sell of the UK to the rest of the world.
Reeves says UK 'beginning to turn corner' as growth beats forecasts
Thu, 15 May 2025 14:12:43 GMT
The economy grew faster than expected between January and March, before UK and US tax rises were brought in during April.
Walmart says higher prices could hit this month due to tariffs
Thu, 15 May 2025 15:58:31 GMT
The retailer says it isn't able to absorb all the pressure from tariffs, even at the reduced levels announced.
Leading crypto firm Coinbase faces up to $400m hit from cyber attack
Thu, 15 May 2025 15:19:08 GMT
The firm says hackers have obtained customer information by paying off employees.
'They yanked their own plug': How Co-op averted an even worse cyber attack
Wed, 14 May 2025 23:25:06 GMT
The revelation - from the criminals responsible - explains why the Co-op is getting back to business faster than M&S.
Ben & Jerry's co-founder arrested after Senate Gaza protest
Thu, 15 May 2025 10:50:04 GMT
Ben Cohen and six others were arrested during the protest in the US Senate, Capitol Police tells BBC News.
India disputes Trump claim it is ready to charge US 'no tariffs'
Thu, 15 May 2025 12:02:55 GMT
India's foreign minister countered Trump saying "nothing is decided till everything is".
Jaguar says it has no plans to build cars in the US
Thu, 15 May 2025 01:34:52 GMT
The comment came after the company's boss refused to rule out opening production plants in America.
Letting off steam: How Dominica's volcanoes will boost its green energy
Wed, 14 May 2025 23:17:16 GMT
The Caribbean island is building a power station that will use steam naturally heated by volcanic rock.
What has happened to the closed Debenhams stores?
Thu, 15 May 2025 04:36:45 GMT
From bowling alleys and lab spaces, to town centre eyesores - what remains of Debenhams' old shops?
When will I be able to shop online at M&S again?
Tue, 13 May 2025 14:45:52 GMT
Online orders paused, some customer data stolen - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.
Tips from first-time buyers: 'We bought a £320,000 home aged 25'
Sat, 10 May 2025 03:33:24 GMT
Young buyers are saving hard, moving cities, and using government schemes to get on the housing ladder.
'I freaked out and spent $400 online': US consumers on cheap shipping changes
Sat, 10 May 2025 04:01:38 GMT
How consumers are reacting to shipping changes that mean low-value packages entering the US no longer avoid tariffs.
Is the US finally on track to build a high-speed rail network?
Tue, 13 May 2025 23:03:29 GMT
The US currently has no high-speed rail services, but two are under construction, and more planned.
How to avoid a puncture on the Moon
Mon, 12 May 2025 23:08:33 GMT
Giant tyre firms are testing tyres that can survive conditions on the Moon and Mars.
Trump heads to Saudi Arabia eyeing more investment in US
Sun, 11 May 2025 23:44:47 GMT
As the president goes to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE he wants them to buy more from the States.
Inside the secretive world of Zara
Thu, 08 May 2025 23:30:25 GMT
The BBC's Emma Simpson gets a rare glimpse behind the scenes of how the fashion brand operates.
Visit the Arctic vault holding back-ups of great works
Thu, 08 May 2025 23:37:28 GMT
An arctic vault holds digital back-ups of some of humanity's great works of art, history and technology.
The people refusing to use AI
Mon, 05 May 2025 23:16:41 GMT
Worried about the environment and the loss of skills, some people are resisting the rise of AI.
Colombia's wind farms bring promise and pain for indigenous group
Sun, 04 May 2025 23:03:53 GMT
The South American country is turning to wind power, but some local people are unhappy.
Who should you trust for a weather forecast?
Thu, 01 May 2025 23:01:26 GMT
Weather influencers can provide useful local information but are also accused of exaggerating conditions.
Deported gang members get second chance at call centre
Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:01:11 GMT
In the Mexican city of Tijuana a number of firms are employing people who were removed from the US.
One in 10 have no savings, financial regulator says
Fri, 16 May 2025 10:53:51 GMT
Stress and anxiety among those with debts remains high but help is available, a major survey finds.
UK economy is growing more than expected - how optimistic should you be?
Thu, 15 May 2025 16:04:55 GMT
The UK economy grew by more than expected at the start of 2025. What does this mean for you?
More pupils auto-enrolled for free school meals
Thu, 15 May 2025 15:21:31 GMT
The move by Newcastle City Council follows similar schemes by other authorities including Durham.
More people needing city foodbank than ever before
Wed, 14 May 2025 14:30:20 GMT
Cambridge City Foodbank says it has seen a 90% increase in demand since 2019.
Xi's real test is not Trump's trade war
Wed, 30 Apr 2025 05:40:17 GMT
The real battleground of the current trade war might be China's domestic economy
The curious case of why a billionaire wants to buy Royal Mail
Sun, 13 Apr 2025 23:27:04 GMT
From the end of April, the 500-year-old Royal Mail will be controlled by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky who co-owns a football club - but why does he want it?
Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 23:59:04 GMT
What made the US step back from the system that it profited handsomely from for decades?
Starmer's response to Trump tariffs is both to slow down and go faster
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 12:25:17 GMT
What's happening in Whitehall to try to limit the harm to the UK, perhaps by making a deal with the US, and make the most of any opportunities?
David Dimbleby: I thought the free market was with us forever - then Trump came along
Fri, 28 Mar 2025 00:00:13 GMT
Why the reign of the free market is facing its biggest ever challenge
Inside the Chinese sofa factory left deserted by Trump tariffs
Wed, 14 May 2025 09:41:44 GMT
The BBC's Laura Bicker takes us inside a Chinese sofa factory that almost ground to a halt after Trump's tariffs.
Currently
Mon, 12 May 2025 12:10:00 GMT
Vicky Spratt investigates the thousands of people trapped in high interest mortgages.
Americast
Fri, 09 May 2025 13:10:00 GMT
...why he thinks the UK has made a mistake and what it means for the world.