Entries by BBC News - Business

Borrowers’ pain eased as lenders cut mortgage rates

After the UK's biggest lender reduces rates on new fixed deals, other providers are expected to follow suit.

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Supermarkets have busiest Christmas since 2019, says Kantar

Research suggests £13.7bn was spent at supermarkets last month, with an average household parting with £477.

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Gautam Adani: India court declines new inquiry against billionaire

A US research firm has accused Gautam Adani's company of financial fraud, which it denies.

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Scammer told bank fraud victim ‘you’re so thick’

Wendy Falconer says she was verbally abused by the man who pretended to be calling from her bank.

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Red Sea attacks could push up prices, UK firms warn

Business leaders say attacks on shipping vessels could cause delays and price rises for UK shoppers.

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Junior doctors’ strike: Give us credible offer and we’ll end strikes, says BMA

Junior doctors have begun a six-day walkout in England which threatens severe disruption.

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CTS cyber-attack: Disruption to home sales now over

Services from CTS have been restored, but homebuyers who were affected can complain to an ombudsman.

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Aldi and Lidl hail Christmas boost from bargain hunters

The discount supermarkets say they were helped by shoppers looking to cut the cost of celebrations.

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Motorway electric car charge point target missed, says RAC

The RAC motoring organisation says the government has missed its target for installing charging points.

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Depop, Vinted and other apps to share info with tax body

New rules mean online retail platforms including Airbnb and eBay will share more information with HMRC.

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