
Britain's car, steel and aluminium industries continue to face additional 25% levies despite the agreement sealed by Trump and Keir Starmer.
M&S has been reeling ever since it was hacked over Easter - leaving grocery shelves empty and forcing it to stop taking clothes orders online.
Greencore will pay £2 a share for Bakkavor to form a combined food group with annual sales of about £4bn, but around 1,525 staff, could lose their jobs.
The Treasury said it has sold another chunk of shares in the lender, led by chief exec Paul Thwaite, taking its holding down from 1.98% to 0.9%.
ITV's Studios division produces shows including the Disney+ adaptation of Jilly Cooper's novel Rivals starring David Tennant (centre).
The purported discovery of a £22bn legacy black hole in national accounts was an early warning of tax increases and savage cuts to come.
The label, which is owned by the French giant LVMH, 'recently discovered that an unauthorised external party accessed some customer data we hold'.
The price of Brent crude, the global benchmark, was trading at $64.6 per barrel by mid-afternoon, while West Texas Intermediate Crude stood at $61.7 per barrel.
Coinbase saw its largest share price spike since Donald Trump's election win this week - but was rocked today following a cyber-attack.
Today, there are 130 different EVs on sale in Britain. That's a 28% increase in choice from the 102 variants last year. But private sales are still lagging behind target.
The stock settled at $67 per share at the end of trading, up 29% from its IPO value of $52, but lower than the $69.69 it opened at.
Earlier this month, BMW said it took the 'difficult' decision to axe 180 of its temporary agency workers at one of its plants.
Fraud accounted for almost half of the overpayments, reaching its own record of £270m, increasing from £210m the previous year, the data showed.
Nearly a third of people have made a payment mistake in the last year - whether by accidentally adding an extra zero or sending money to the wrong person.
The FTSE 100 company revealed its general insurance premiums increased by 9 per cent to £2.9billion in the three months ending March.
The water company revealed its underlying profits climbed by 48.8% to £338.3m in the year ending March, from £227.3m in the prior 12 months.
Britain's biggest building society has made the 'stress rates' it uses to test borrowers' monthly budgets less stringent, allowing them to take bigger loans.
VW, General Motors and Ford have all revealed new cheaper EV batteries which contain less nickel. It'll help bring new EV prices down in the next few years.
The energy giant is rewarding customers for shifting their electricity usage to times when there's less demand, or more renewable electricity available on the grid.
Councils now commonly use emissions-based pricing for residents parking permits - some with surcharges for diesels.
Demand for properties with garages in one London borough is the highest out of anywhere in Britain, Zoopla said.
The sellers left white goods, a sofa and a shed full of rubbish behind - and disposing of it will be annoying and expensive.
In 1972, she opened a property bond with the now-defunct insurer Welfare Life and paid in £100 - the equivalent of about £1,160 today.
Geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty and growing institutional acceptance have sent the price of the cryptocurrency soaring over the past year.
The retailer, which this week wrote to at least 18m customers to admit hackers had stolen personal data, has lost millions of pounds in sales.
Figures from accountants EY showed Britain attracted 535 new projects in 2024. However, that was down by 27% when compared with 2023.
Burberry - modelled by Rosie Huntington Whiteley and British tennis ace Jack Draper (pictured) - plans to save an extra £60m through the redundancies.
President Trump's trip to the Arabian Gulf is a curious mixture of commercial deals, diplomacy and promotion of family interests.
Home sellers in central London are facing a reality check that few of them want to accept - their properties may well be worth less than what they paid for them.
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New research from e.surv shows the 10 problems most prospective buyers forget to check when viewing a property.
The greatest auction of Fast Fords, the iconic performance-oriented models of the Blue Oval badge, might just be here. 17 models will go under the hammer for over £1m.
In March I went to my branch of Nationwide to transfer £100,000 from a stocks and shares Isa into my existing Nationwide cash Isa .
Rates have started to tumble since the Bank of England base rate was cut from 4.5% to 4.25% last week, its lowest level for two years.
The defunct furniture brand was once one of the country's largest kitchen and bedroom furniture retailers, and will return after almost 20 years.
Private equity investment activity in the UK's mid-market sector increased by 4.4 per cent over 2024, with some 1699 transactions with a value of £158.9billion.
If you're looking at increased bills and wondering how to cut costs, here are steps you can take to make your home insurance cheaper.
While equities have fallen back, with most indices making minimal gains year-to-date, investors have piled into gold - and prices have soared.
Data has revealed the cities and towns where you can get a bigger garden for your money, with Aberdeen named top.
The 'summer mode' setting is fitted as standard on modern boilers that provide the hot water and power the central heating to the home.
In February NS&I announced it would cut the Premium Bond prize rate from 4% to 3.8% from April, although the odds will stay at 22,000 to 1.
In late spring deer move around with new fawns seeking fresh locations to forage for food - leading to an increased number near roads.
In 327 days' time - April 6 next year - we will wake up to a new Individual Savings Account (Isa) regime that will look little like it does today.
This is Money's best cash Isa tables are updated as new deals arrive and highlight the top easy access and fixed rate Isas from banks and building societies.
Features from your house number to plants in your garden could be a turn-off for viewers and wipe tens of thousands of pounds from your property's price.
Home buyers browsing Rightmove will now be able to check if a property is likely to get a mortgage from the bank, before they even go on the first viewing.
Shirley Goldstein fought for close to a decade against having smart meters installed in her three-bedroom bungalow in Chigwell, Essex.
Short-term UK government debt is proving popular among retail investors, lured by potential tax-free gains in a relatively safe asset, data suggests.
From 27 May, millions of workers will no longer be able to get a discount on certain groceries at Asda.
NatWest reportedly tried to buy Santander UK's retail banking arm for around £11bn earlier this year. But Santander rejected the bid.
We pick our five favourite cash Isas for savers. This is essential reading to help you choose a top savings account for your money that can also protect you from tax.
Last June, 3.85m Nationwide members received a £100 payment from the building society - 24% of its 16m members.
We explain everything from how to work out your budget and find your ideal home, through to applying for your first mortgage and navigating the legal process.
Almost a quarter of parents have children who left home, but returned later on - a trend called 're-nesting' which is being driven by higher house prices.
Ministers said the Mansion House Accord, which will today be signed by 17 of the UK's largest retirement pot providers, could unlock £50bn for the economy.
Solar canopies or 'solar carports' could become the new norm in car parks across the UK as the government looks to increase cheap EV charging.
The Treasury is preparing to begin a consultation to seek views from across the City of London on how the Isas could be reformed.
Rate cuts are usually bad news for savers, as banks reduce the interest paid on their savings accounts. We look at some of the rates which have taken a hit.
Attendance Allowance is a benefit for people on state pension who need help at home because of an illness or disability. Here's what you need to know and how to apply.
Over the past 25 years, I've written a weekly Fund Focus to give readers an insight into some of the funds they can use to bolster their investment portfolios.
Fibre broadband doesn't have to be expensive. If you're not getting a good deal from your provider, compare offers to see whether you can switch and save money.
The price cap rose to £1,849 in April, an increase of £111. Fixed energy deals have been gradually returning to the market, so are there any that beat the current cap?
Mortgage rates continue their downward trajectory this week, with two more high street lenders announcing lower home loan deals.
From today, parents of children who will be at least 9 months old by 1 September can apply for access to up to 30 hours of childcare a week.
Choosing the right investing platform is crucial but a wealth of choice can leave investors scratching their heads. We pick some of the best.
Would it be better to not offer the 20% tax relief on pensions, and then not charge us tax on any pension money saved up over years of hard work?
Buy-to-let continues to thrive in the north of England, according to analysis by the estate agent Hamptons.
These three stocks could deliver long-term gains for investors climbing on board now as defence spending moves up a gear.
Aviva and charity Age UK are calling for an 'MOT' to help mid-retirees access financial support.
Interest rates appear to be on a downward trajectory, leaving mortgage borrowers approaching the end of their current deal with a decision to make.
The annual 'Article 4' examination - a health check by the International Monetary Fund on member nations' economies - is due to begin.
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The Bank of England has voted to cut interest rates by 0.25 basis points, which will be welcome news to those with a mortgage.
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The lowest fixed rate mortgage deals are now below 4 per cent - and there is a growing expectation that rates may fall slightly further.
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GDP expanded by 0.7 per cent in the first three months of the year, beating forecasts of 0.6 per cent and recording its fastest rate in a year.
The deal, if concluded, would represent the most ambitious corporate transaction to date for Aviva boss Amanda Blanc (pictured).
Tui, which last year abandoned London's stock market for Germany, blamed the drop in sales on a later Easter changing customer behaviour.
A lack of clarity on Government housing funding could affect the firm's fortunes, according to one analyst.
Nissan on Tuesday announced it will close seven of its global vehicle plants and slash its workforce by 20,000 by 2027 as part of a major cost-saving drive to save the company.
The world's largest catering provider revealed its organic turnover jumped by 8.5 per cent to $22.6billion in the six months ending March.
H&T is set to be acquired by a US industry giant in a deal valuing Britain's biggest pawnbroker at almost £300million.
The drugmaking giant plans to pay $1.2billion upfront to acquire Efirmosfermin from Boston Pharmaceuticals, followed by potential success-based milestone payments of $800million.
Nearly 110,000 instances of drivers fleeing the pumps without paying were recorded between 2020 and 2024.
Goldman Sachs said it sees a 35% chance of a downturn in the world's biggest economy this year - down from its previous forecast of 45%.
The central bank's chief economist Huw Pill (pictured) said he was still worried about stubbornly above-target inflation.
Jaguar Land Rover and Bentley said that despite a trade deal announced last week, they were still operating under the previous 25% tariff regime.
M&S's struggle with cyber attackers goes on. Indeed, the revelation that 'some personal customer information has been taken' will be disturbing.
Tesco boss Ken Murphy (pictured) pointed to mounting pressures from rising energy and labour costs, as well as increased regulation.
Which car brands offer the most models for less than £30,000? Are legacy brands still affordable or is it just new cheap Chinese car makers? We take a look.
The 'Re:Nissan Plan' announced Tuesday sets a number of stringent cost-saving measures to pull the car maker out of the red. What does it mean for the 6k workforce in Sunderland?
UK unemployment rose to 4.5 per cent in the first three months of the year, up from 4.4 per cent in the previous quarter and the highest since the third quarter of 2021.
The Watford-based retailer revealed its turnover grew by 6.9 per cent to £553.1million in the period between January and 26 April.
DCC agreed three weeks ago to offload its healthcare arm for £1.1billion to HealthCo Investment, a subsidiary of European private equity group Investindustrial Advisors.
The shares added around 1 per cent on Tuesday morning, despite the retailer confirming customer data 'has been taken' by the cyber criminals.
Iceland has not disclosed why either of the two stores were selected for closure, but staff will be redeployed where possible.
The Japanese car maker is planning to cut 15% of its workforce as part of a major restructuring drive. It is unclear if the Sunderland factory (pictured) is impacted.
When it comes to investing, financial advisers often recommend a minimum time frame of five years. However, this may not be the right approach for everyone.
In what Donald Trump described as 'a total reset' in relations with Beijing, the US will cut extra import duties on Chinese goods from 145% to 30%.
The Wolverhampton-based pub operator reported a £19.5million pre-tax profit for the six months ending 29 March, compared to a £26.9million loss a year earlier.
The trade deal between the US and China has sparked a wave of optimism on stock markets around the world - leaving many savers and investors wondering if they can cash in.
The sunniest April on record helped boost retail sales by 7% on last year, data from the British Retail Consortium-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor shows.
Barclay's consumer spending report found seven in 10 shoppers want to support local businesses by buying more home-grown products.
No one expected US peace in our time at the Geneva talks with China at the weekend, but what emerged is better than predicted.
Deputy governor Clare Lombardelli warned Trump's trade war will hit the UK economy but said 'caution remains appropriate'.
RAY MASSEY tries Aston Martin's latest sports car in a test through infamous parts of southeastern Germany so close to VE Day celebrations of the 80th anniversary.
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that both countries would reduce their reciprocal tariffs on each other by 115 per cent for 90 days following discussions in Geneva, Switzerland.
Ministers have hinted that a change to rules around eyesight checks for older motorists could be rung in as part of Labour's new road safety strategy.
Until now, companies have spent as much time educating investors on the virtues of helium as they have on progressing their assets. They have sold the big idea. Now, it is time to deliver.
A metal investment firm promising to offer equity investors exclusive, direct exposure to the price of cobalt plans to list on the London Stock Exchange.
Car buyers are increasingly turning to police auctions for their next purchase - and those willing to the work to bring cars up to scratch can find a real bargain.
The digital bank is looking to formally appoint bankers to work on a stock market float which could see Monzo valued at £6billion.
The percentage of vehicles thefts caused by someone manipulating the signal from a remote locking device has rocketed in recent years.
Allianz Global Investors will vote against the re-election of Thomas Rabe at Adidas' upcoming AGM, as a row the chairman's other work commitments re-emerges.
Having grappled with inflationary pressures and a 'punitive tax regime', commercial real estate is 'turning a corner', findings from Together seen by This is Money suggest.
London's Heathrow Airport bounced back from the major power outage suffered in late March to record its busiest ever April, thanks to bumper Easter holiday demand.
Amigo's board has been looking to secure the firm's future via a reverse takeover situation, but has yet to find a suitable partner.
The American businessman, who has led Barclays since 2021, joined a chorus of City leaders raising the issue.
The luxury brand's chief executive, Joshua Schulman, has been battling to restore investor confidence amid a slump in sales and profits.
The real living wage is higher than the national minimum wage and is set independently based on the cost of living. There is a separate higher rate of £13.85 for London.
Buffett's ideal is a society where those blessed with luck in the gene pool draw help, rather than punish, the less fortunate. This worldview is very different from Trump's.
Ensuring more of us have the means to enjoy later life devoid of financial struggle is the thrust of a new report by consumer group Fairer Finance.
For investors, cyber warfare represents both an opportunity and a threat. However, investing in companies in the cyber security sector could allow you to benefit.
Allende's books have sold more than 88 million copies worldwide. She grew up in Chile and is best known for her novel The House of the Spirits (1982).
Ministers are reviewing a controversial medicine tax that pharmaceutical companies say makes Britain 'uninvestable' as part of a wider US trade deal.
According to my credit agency report, I defaulted on this in 2019 and every month since then, which is having a bad impact on my credit rating. However, this has nothing to do with me.
It will celebrate its 15th birthday in July - and investors who have been with it since the start are almost certain to have a lot to cheer about.
The company follows ancient baklava and Turkish delight recipes at its recently established kitchen in Enfield, North London.
Their jackpots come as a report by Government spending watchdogs found asylum accommodation will cost taxpayers £15 billion over ten years.
Lady Green owned Topshop's parent company Arcadia, which was run by her husband. She bought the apartments three months before Arcadia was put into administration.
Every day I travel to work on the same train as my boss and I have no idea whether I should strike up conversation or leave him alone.
The UK should try to realign our trade with the fast-growing countries of the rest of the world rather than the slow-growing ones of Europe.
As American investment giant Warren Buffett retires at 94, City Editor ALEX BRUMMER tells how he turned down the opportunity to make his own fortune in the early 1980s.
A succession of strategic errors and management disruptions has made BP a sitting duck for takeover.
Bailey said the US-UK trade deal was 'good news' but still left duties higher than they were before April.
M&S bureau de change staff are being forced to use pen and paper to serve customers. The travel money desks are also unable to accept card payments in some cases.
The rally came as the President said an 80 per cent tariff on Chinese goods entering the US 'seems right'.
Joshua Reynolds, a member of the business and trade committee, is the latest MP to criticise regulators over the plans.
The event is celebrating 75 years of Formula 1 World Champions with the help of British racing legend Nigel Mansell.
Enquiries about 'big ticket' home improvements increased in the last quarter, according to new data from Checkatrade.
As the number of cyber threats accelerates, there might be a way to capitalise on this by looking at the companies that say they're there to protect us.
Despite decent savings rates of up to 5.7% being on offer, many customers are reluctant to switch.
The price of bitcoin is above $100,000 for the first time since January after a US-UK trade deal revealed on Thursday prompted cautious market optimism.
Used car transactions toppled the two million mark in the first quarter for the first time since pre-Covid 2019.
Philip Young, co-founder of Garfield.Law, said its AI-driven firm will help boost access to legal services for more people and cut costs dramatically for clients.
London-listed stocks inched higher on Friday as investors were encouraged by a new US-UK trade deal and a Bank of England base rate cut in the previous session.