Business News
- UK economic growth slows but beats forecastsThe economy expanded by 0.3% in the April-to-June period, ahead of economists' expectations.
- Are latest UK growth figures good or bad news for the economy?Depending on the timeframe you look at, the GDP figures can be seen as glass half full or half empty.
- British Gas-owner buys huge LNG terminal for £1.7bnThe takeover will give Centrica greater control of liquified natural gas supplies in the UK.
- Claire's falls into administration with 2,150 jobs at riskClaire's has appointed administrators in the UK and Ireland, but its shops will stay open as it considers a possible sale.
- Average mortgage rates below 5% for first time since Truss budgetAverage two-year mortgage rates have fallen to 4.99%, the lowest point since September 2022.
- Economic woes dominate as Bolivia prepares to go to the pollsThe South American country is dealing with very high inflation ahead of its latest general election.