Entries by BBC News - Business

Oil prices rise after Iran seizes oil tanker

The incident raises prospects of growing conflict in the Middle East, which could impact UK fuel prices.

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Post Office scandal: Investigator denies claims of ‘mafia’ behaviour

Stephen Bradshaw comes face to face with sub-postmasters he investigated at the Horizon scandal inquiry.

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US inflation picks up more than expected in December

Prices rose by 3.4% as Americans paid more to dine out as well as on housing and car insurance.

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Bank of Dave founder shocked as mum asks for loan to buy baby formula

Dave Fishwick, who set up a community-based bank in Burnley, says there is a "huge gap in society".

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How do the Post Office scandal compensation schemes work?

More than 4,000 people caught up in the Horizon scandal are trying to obtain remuneration for their suffering.

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Watchdog to investigate compensation over car loans

Thousands of buyers have made complaints about how much they were charged for financing.

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Google’s billions make job cuts ‘needless’ – union

The Alphabet Workers Union criticises the tech giant for axing hundreds of jobs despite vast earnings.

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US launches Boeing investigation after blowout

The Federal Aviation Administration will examine the jet-maker's processes after last Friday's emergency.

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Tesco and M&S report strong Christmas sales

Both retailers beat expectations for the key festive period as overall food prices remain high.

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UK government plans further nuclear power expansion

It is hoped a new plant could quadruple supplies by 2050 but industry warned progress can be slow.

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