Entries by BBC News

The tariff wars have begun – buckle up

The UK will still be hit even if not directly targeted by Trump's tariff measures.

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What is a non-dom and how are the rules changing?

The non-domicile rules let some UK residents limit the tax they pay on earnings outside the country.

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Could your energy bill be about to drop?

Energy firms will be forced to offer tariffs with no standing charges, under a proposal by Ofgem.

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Labour’s plans are not a quick fix for UK economy

It will take well into next year before we see any impact on economic growth from these plans.

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Amazon workers narrowly reject union in historic vote

If the GMB had won it would have been the first time Amazon recognised a union in the UK.

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Five big problems the Starmer government has to fix

There are some big and immediate challenges the new government will find hard to ignore.

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Falling clothes prices help keep inflation rate steady

The cost of living rose at 2% in the year to June, in line with the Bank of England's target level.

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Harland & Wolff ‘reworks’ call for government help

The shipyard proposes a deal for a standard 80% loan guarantee to give the firm financial stability.

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UK banking giant HSBC names new chief executive

Georges Elhedery joined Europe's biggest lender in 2005 and is currently the firm's finance chief.

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China tycoon Guo Wengui found guilty of fraud in US

The self-exiled tycoon was convicted of stealing hundreds of millions of dollars from supporters.

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