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BBC News - Business

Trump faces growing backlash over plans to import diesel from Russia - Both Republican and Democratic lawmakers have criticised the deal, which was announced weeks before the US midterm elections. 18 hrs ago - US & Canada

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Zelensky backs Trump's 'energy ceasefire' but says Russia continues to hit power plants

11 hours ago

Analysis: Trump's shock Russia deal highlights mounting pressure to curb fuel prices

2 days ago

Which war is having the biggest impact on diesel prices - Iran or Ukraine? -- Both conflicts have led to less diesel being exported - but the data shows more has been lost from the Middle East. -- BBC Verify

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Citroen revives the 2CV for an electric age -- The French firm is reinventing the classic model as carmakers come under pressure from Chinese rivals. -- Business

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Ukraine strikes Yandex data centre in third attack on Russian tech giant -- It is the third time this week that Ukraine has targeted Russian tech giant Yandex, forcing the company to suspend its operations. -- Europe

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Documents falsified to evade tax on Abramovich's wealth, BBC finds -- Backdated paperwork also made the Russian oligarch's yachts and mansions disappear from accounts, investigation finds.

10 hours ago

AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president -- Brad Smith calls for global rules on AI, and says the UK is in the "best position" to lead the charge.

18 hours ago

How to avoid getting stung if you miss credit card payments -- People are increasingly falling behind on credit card repayments, so here's the best way to get debt advice.

6 hours ago

American ranchers wrestle with soaring costs - and their loyalty to Trump -- Many farmers in states that backed the president say they are being hit from all sides, with the crucial midterm elections just weeks away.

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How oil-rich Alberta's economy might fare if it broke away from Canada -- Albertans vote this month on staying in Canada or moving ahead to a binding independence referendum.

4 days ago

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3 months ago

Norway is building Europe's biggest seaweed industry -- Norway is betting big on this versatile, sustainable ocean crop, with underwater farms to processing plants.

6 days ago

Wall Street down from record highs

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World Business Report -- Trump strikes deal with Putin on diesel

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World Business Report -- Microsoft hit by US green card restrictions

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World Business Report -- French FM tries to allay fiscal fears

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World Business Report -- Is AI powering a global trade boom?

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World Business Report -- US mortgage rates highest since 2023

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World Business Report -- Indian businesses brace for higher interest rates

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World Business Report -- Paramount takes over Warner Bros in mega deal

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World Business Report -- Education protests continue in France

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Good Bad Billionaire -- Gautam Adani: The multiple mogul

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World Business Report -- Markets rally after surprise Brazilian election result

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World Business Report -- Spain's housing crisis leads to snap General Election

7 days ago

World Business Report -- Why has Nike lost its shine?

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New candy stores are popping up across NYC. Why? -- While US consumer confidence is at an historic low the Big Apple's sweet shops are expanding.

4 months ago

The kelp producer who wants to get Americans eating seaweed -- Marine farmer Suzie Flores also hopes the crop can revitalise the US's small fishing towns.

5 months ago

Why are more roofs not made of solar tiles? Solar tiles were touted as an attractive alternative to solar panels - why have they not taken off? See more

3 days ago

What is the Budget and what could be in it? -- Chancellor John Healey will set out his plans for UK taxes in October.

14 days ago

Healey faces £35bn Budget challenge to meet spending pledges, says think tank -- The Institute for Fiscal Studies says the government will need a "top-up" of billions of pounds if it wants to meet its spending plans.

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Roofing scammers con homeowners out of thousands of pounds -- One in 10 scams reported to Citizens Advice relate to fraudsters charging for work not done, or done badly.

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Trump announces deal for Russian diesel as Zelensky calls it a gift to Putin -- Ukraine's president sharply criticised the move, calling it an "investment in war that must be ended, not prolonged".

1 day ago

Boots has a new owner: Three ways it could affect you -- The stalwart of Britain's High Street has been sold to a Canadian billionaire family. What will that mean for you?

2 days ago

Trump wants to reduce the cost of fuel as the midterms loom - will it work? -- The price of fuel has soared as the cost of living emerges as a key issue for millions of Americans.

3 days ago

Why you must share your idea and get honest feedback -- Learn Steven's three crucial steps for validating your business proposal and why impartial feedback is vital. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

6 months ago

The power of making and owning decisions -- Learn why making your own decisions is the key to increasing your confidence. -- BBC Maestro - Evy Poumpouras

6 months ago

The power of absorbing information -- Learn how to listen to improve your self-awareness. People will give you information, and that's power. -- BBC Maestro - Evy Poumpouras

6 months ago

Why planning can be a form of procrastination -- Learn how to avoid compulsive planning and instead hold plans loosely as a navigational aid. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

6 months ago

How to navigate a world competing for your attention -- Oliver offers tips on how to avoid getting distracted on social media when people profit from your scrolling. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

6 months ago

The difference between 'good' and 'bad' procrastination -- Forget trying to stop procrastinating. Instead, learn Oliver's three rules to become a better procrastinator. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

6 months ago

Why 'inbox zero' is a strategy that breeds distraction -- Managing infinite emails, ideas, errands, and goals is hard. Oliver recommends a little strategic neglect. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

6 months ago

How time creates problems, especially when it is so limited -- Discover why so many of our struggles are down to poor time management and denial of its finitude. -- BBC Maestro - Oliver Burkeman

6 months ago

Why sustainable productivity will drive success -- Steven shares his three 'M' goal-setting framework to help you be more productive for the long-term. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

6 months ago

How to hire the best people for your team -- Are they a bar raiser, bar maintainer or bar lowerer? Learn how to build a team that can get behind your mission. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

6 months ago

What is your business culture and why is it so important? -- Explore how you can use your mission to set the right culture for your business. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

6 months ago

How to know yourself, grow yourself, and take control -- Find out how to counteract limiting beliefs you hold about yourself and build new ones that serve you better. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

6 months ago

How to get the money you need to start a business -- Learn how to start a business with nothing in the bank and how to get funding if you need it to get started. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

6 months ago

Why you should start a business and why to start it now -- Steven explains the common obstacles to starting a business and why now is the time to start yours. -- BBC Maestro - Steven Bartlett

6 months ago

The Court of Appeal quashes the conviction of Christian Bittar, a former Deutsche Bank trader jailed in 2018.

2 hours ago

Talking about salary, spending habits and debt can be some of dating's trickier conversations.

17 hours ago

Firmus said it had made the decision due to "recent market volatility and prevailing market conditions".

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The UK's data watchdog is investigating a spike in complaints about "robo calls" that appear to lead to a recruitment scam.

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Asos says people should not engage with the unauthorised notification and says it'll provide further information.

18 hours ago

The distinctive Manhattan skyscraper will undergo a major renovation and provide a new supply of offices.

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Passengers have described their anger after their itineraries changed to involve hours spent on coach trips instead.

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Roland Lescure tells the BBC that being in the bloc enables members to better address the challenges facing the world.

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The tech giant is also expected to get a boost from its latest folding devices that were launched in August.

3 days ago

Japan's Fair Trade Commission conducted searches of the country's largest beer-makers.

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The decision comes after nearly half a million people voted on a shortlist of 18 creatures.

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British people need more incentives to invest in big firms listed in the UK, Dame Julia Hoggett, boss of the London Stock Exchange, says.

3 days ago

The sale of the High Street chain was announced on Wednesday.

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Jay Merchant, Jonathan Mathew, Philippe Moryoussef, Alex Pabon, Colin Bermingham had their convictions overturned by the Court of Appeal.

3 days ago

The postal service firm wants to cut head office and other non-frontline jobs by the end of 2027.

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