Entries by BBC News - Business

Asos: Lichfield warehouse to be closed as profits slump

Too much stock, made worse by "poor operating practices", were to blame for poor performance, the firm said.

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Tata Steel: Unions condemn plans for UK’s biggest steelworks

Port Talbot will see more than £1bn in investment to ensure its future, but may see jobs cut.

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Travel agents lead pay rise league despite cost of living squeeze

Official figures show some jobs saw bigger pay rises than others with publicans and PR directors also earning more.

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House prices see biggest monthly rise for more than a year

Despite the surprise rise prices are still down sharply on a year ago, the UK's biggest building society says.

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NR Narayana Murthy: Why Indians are debating a 70-hour work week

A billionaire's advice to young Indians has sparked a conversation on healthy versus toxic work culture.

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Warning one in 10 county councils face effective bankruptcy

County councils in England are demanding emergency funding to stave off financial collapse.

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El Nino drought: Panama Canal cuts ship numbers further

The new restrictions will likely further increase the cost of shipping goods around the world.

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WeWork: Shares plunge after reports say firm is filing for bankruptcy

The firm was once seen as the future of the office, but it has been plagued by problems in recent years.

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King Charles: Tackle AI risks with urgency and unity

King enters debate on AI as UK holds summit and announces global declaration on managing threats.

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Temu adverts banned for sexualising a child and objectifying women

The UK's advertising regulator upheld complaints about five of the online shop's adverts.

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