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McDonald’s sales dented by Israel-Gaza boycotts

The chain said its fourth quarter sales failed to meet its target for the first time in four years.

Fines for missing heat pump targets could be dropped, Downing Street hints

Plans to penalise boiler makers for missing heat pump installation targets are reportedly being scrapped.

Snap to lay off ‘approximately’ 10% of its staff

The firm said in 2023 it had 5,000 employees, suggesting around 500 people are facing redundancy.

Revolution Beauty: Ex-boss to pay £3m after scandal

Adam Minto will pay more than £400,000 every March until 2029 after financial questions emerged.

Asda to open 110 convenience stores in February

The supermarket chain says it wants to become the second-biggest grocery retailer in the UK.

CBI settles legal action brought by sacked boss Tony Danker

The business group agrees a settlement with Tony Danker after he was dismissed following complaints.

Boeing in ‘last chance saloon’, warns Emirates boss

Sir Tim Clark criticises the plane-maker after a panel on a Boeing 737 Max 9 jet blew out in the air.

One million electric cars sold in the UK since 2002

But new private registrations fell by a quarter in January, threatening to undermine the UK's net zero promises.

More China tariffs if re-elected, Donald Trump says

The ex-president says he will impose tariffs that could be higher than 60% if he wins the election.

National Lottery: Hundreds of post offices to stop selling tickets and scratchcards

One postmaster said he would have "lost a significant amount of money" if he continued to sell them.