Why are UK prices rising more quickly?

The war in Iran has pushed UK Inflation further above the Bank of England's 2% target.

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Four key takeaways from Jerome Powell's final rate decision as Fed chair

Powell's news conference after holding rates covered the US-Israel war with Iran, inflation, legal attacks, and the Fed's independence.

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Flying cars and 5-minute charges: China's EV industry sees opportunity in Iran crisis

As the US-Iran has sent the world scrambling for fuel, China is positioned to benefit from its rapid shift into electric vehicles.

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Why has the UAE left Opec - and why does this matter?

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.

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What do shoppers think about the future of their high street?

Freshney Place is being renovated to include a new food hall and five-screen cinema.

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Prada launches Indian-made sandals after cultural appropriation backlash

Prada had faced backlash last year after it showcased similar designs at a fashion show without acknowledging their Indian roots.

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China car giant BYD says it can thrive without US

With the price of fuel rising China's BYD says it is positioning itself to benefit from the global shift away from fossil fuels.

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Average rent up to nearly £1,000 in Plymouth

A housing charity boss says more and more people are struggling to find somewhere to live.

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How will car finance compensation payments work?

Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.

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From scientist to silk farmer: India's silk industry renewal

Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India.

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'There's so much I want to give my daughter - poverty means I can't'

Around a third of Welsh children live in poverty, the highest among the four UK nations.

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Which airlines are cancelling flights to the UK - and what can you do?

Airlines are putting up prices and cancelling flights in response to higher jet fuel prices.

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Island's inflation rate is 2.7%, new figures show

Statistics Jersey says there have been "sharp increases" in some energy prices.

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How does it affect me if share prices fall?

Changes in the FTSE 100 and other indexes are not just for financial experts, they can affect our lives.

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Grocers aim for cost-of-living help 'with dignity'

Produce from Woking Community Grocery is offered to customers at a significantly reduced rate.

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High street drug dealer sells cannabis to undercover reporter

Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.

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Increasing drink prices was last resort - landlady

Laura Ball says she held off for as long as she could, after beer costs rose again in January.

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Prepare for turbulence - how a prolonged Middle East conflict could reshape how we fly

The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.

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How the Iran war affects your money and bills

The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

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Mortgage rates show signs of falling after Iran war peak

Major lenders make rate reductions as markets take some heart from a possible truce in the Iran war.

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Could a digital twin make you into a 'superworker'?

Firms say digital twins make staff more productive, but are they a potential legal minefield?

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'With four jobs in London I couldn't afford rent so I'm going to Manchester'

Lauren Elcock is among the young Londoners who say rising rents are forcing them to quit the capital.

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Scammers are becoming ever more sophisticated - this is what the fightback looks like

Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?

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Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings to step down as chairman

Hastings set up the company in 1997, when it rented DVDs to customers and delivered by post.

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No issues with UK fuel supply, says Reeves

The chancellor was speaking at the end of the International Monetary Fund meeting in Washington.

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The fake images behind AI insurance scams

An insurer reports a 71% rise in fraudulent claims, driven partly by an increase in faked images.

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China's economy grows faster than expected despite Iran war

The better-than-expected GDP data comes as Asian countries have been hit hard by the impact of the conflict.

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'Affordability is the biggest thing' - Conservatives mixed on economy under Trump

Conservatives gathered at the annual CPAC conference in Texas were mixed when asked about their feelings on the current economy.

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Fake damage and imaginary watches - how AI images are being used in insurance scams

An insurer reports a 71% rise in fraudulent claims, driven partly by an increase in faked images.

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Households could get free electricity for doing washing on sunny weekends

Providers can encourage people to use energy when "weather conditions result in excess supply".

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Fuel prices stop rising after 43 days of increases, RAC says

The motoring group says prices could start to come down over the next couple of weeks.

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Commuters welcome second year of Translink fare freeze

Liz Kimmins acknowledged the decision was taken against a difficult funding backdrop for the public transport company.

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Fuel protesters in tractors disrupt Belfast traffic

Drivers are being told to allow extra time due to a slow-moving convoy of demonstrators unhappy with soaring energy prices.

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US home buyers 'frozen' as sales slump over Iran war fears

The number of homes sold in the US hit a nine-month low, with economists warning of the slowdown could worsen.

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How the Iran war affects your money and bills

The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

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British Steel 'needs nationalising by the summer'

Labour MP Nic Dakin says it is "the best outcome" for British Steel as ownership talks continue.

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'Every drop of water counts': Fear for the future of Argentina's glaciers

A controversial law to ease protections for the glaciers has passed, opening the doors for mining.

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Tice £91,000 tax row is 'minor administrative error', party claims

A property company owned by the Reform UK deputy leader failed to pay £91,000 in tax on dividends, according to the Sunday Times.

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Soaring pump prices drive US inflation to highest level in almost two years

A surge in prices at the pump due to the Iran war has pushed the inflation rate to 3.3%.

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Dolce & Gabbana co-founder steps down as chair

The bold and sensual fashion house has been struggling with debt amidst a slowdown in global luxury spending.

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NI fuel protesters 'stand in solidarity' with Irish counterparts

A convoy of vans, lorries, tractors, and even a limousine took part in a slow moving protest around the town centre on Saturday afternoon.

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US inflation jumps to highest level in almost two years

A surge in prices at the pump due to the Iran war has pushed the inflation rate to 3.3%.

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India's high-growth economy gets a Middle East oil shock

India's currency, stocks and growth projections take a beating as the country faces a triple energy shock due to Iran war.

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OpenAI pauses UK data centre deal over energy costs and regulation

The project was part of a package of tech investment promising the UK could become an AI superpower.

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Why fuel and food prices could still be affected for months

Analysts fear long-lasting economic damage from the US-Israel war with Iran has already been set in motion.

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Jo Malone hopes 'sense will prevail' in lawsuit over her name

The British perfume designer and Zara are being sued by Estée Lauder over a collaboration.

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Faisal Islam: Iran war pause is welcome but the economic scars will last

Allowing all ships through the Strait of Hormuz will calm markets but the war has created new problems.

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UK house prices fall as Iran war uncertainty dampens demand

Mortgage rates have been rising and hundreds of the cheapest deals have disappeared over the last month.

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'I ended up paying £500': Your subscription trap stories

Many readers have experienced the ordeal of cancelling a subscription.

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Airlines cut flights and hike fares as fuel prices surge

Airlines have reduced services and lifted ticket costs as the Iran war weighs on jet fuel costs.

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Price of first class stamp rises to £1.80

The rise come as the postal service faces criticism over missing delivery targets.

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What do businesses want ahead of the election?

Shops, cafes and restaurants in Cardigan say increasing costs and low footfall are making it harder.

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How the Iran war affects your money and bills

The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

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Spain's huge pork industry seeks salvation from swine fever threat

Countries around the world, including the US, have already stopped imports over the outbreak.

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French-owned ship passes through Strait of Hormuz

It appears to be the first ship owned by a major European firm to go through the strait since the conflict began.

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Benefits and pensions rise as two-child cap ends

Families on some benefits with three or more children will get an average rise of £4,100 a year.

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Keir Starmer 'concerned' over Kanye West UK festival dates

The festival's main sponsor Pepsi has withdrawn its funding from Wireless, it announced on Sunday.

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New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions and get refunds

Consumers will be able to cancel unwanted subscriptions 'at the click of a button', the government said.

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'Elderly couple had to find £1k for home heating oil'

One elderly couple had to find £1,000 for an oil delivery and suppliers are not giving quotes, a councillor says.

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Pharmaceuticals face 100% tariffs in US - unless firms strike a deal

The order does not affect generic medicines, the most commonly used in the US.

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No jet fuel shortage for '4 to 6 weeks' - airline

No shortage but Aurigny is spending 120% more on fuel than it was prior to the war, its boss says.

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Petrol and diesel prices see biggest rise on record in March

The cost of filling a vehicle jumped at the sharpest pace than any other month, the RAC said.

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National Minimum Wage rises this week

Around 2.7 million people are set to receive a pay rise this week as the national minimum wage goes up by 50p to £12.71 for over 21s.

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New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions

A crackdown on "subscription traps" could save the average person nearly £170 a year, according to the Department for Business and Trade.

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New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions

A crackdown on "subscription traps" could save the average person nearly £170 a year, according to the Department for Business and Trade.

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What is the triple lock and how much is the state pension worth?

The triple lock guarantees that the state pension is not overtaken by inflation or wage increases.

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Warning Iran war 'shock' could push up mortgages for 1.3m homeowners

Higher energy prices could lead to higher borrowing costs for homeowners, the Bank warns.

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Tech giant Oracle makes 'significant' job cuts

It is thought that thousands of people may have lost their jobs at Oracle, one of the world's largest tech companies.

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