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Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:15:36 GMT
The online listing portal is now being pursued in a class action, launched on behalf of potentially hundreds of estate agents.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:47:02 GMT
Higher energy prices could lead to higher borrowing costs for homeowners, the Bank warns.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:07:51 GMT
The chancellor tells the BBC it is "too early" to say exactly who would get help but hinted any support would not arrive until the autumn.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:45:44 GMT
Many businesses have said they will have to pass higher wage costs onto customers.
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 23:00:54 GMT
A string of bill increases have taken effect but minimum wage and benefit rises will help some to pay them.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:49:19 GMT
European stock markets opened higher after the US president said the conflict would "end very soon".
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:58:50 GMT
Topps Tiles says eight stores have already closed - with the rest to shut over the next six months.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 06:33:08 GMT
The announcement comes days after former CEO Pieter Elbers quit in the backdrop of a flight cancellation crisis.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:09:46 GMT
It is thought that thousands of people may have lost their jobs at Oracle, one of the world's largest tech companies.
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:48:34 GMT
Iran's strikes on Gulf states have been especially hard for migrants who have long supported these economies to lift their families back home from poverty.
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:34:04 GMT
The US-Israel Iran war has halted almost all traffic in a key waterway and the price Brent crude has surged.
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:14:03 GMT
Millions of motorists could be entitled to compensation with the financial regulator setting out how to apply
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:47:33 GMT
The lender says the market regained momentum in March, but rising mortgage and energy costs could hit consumer confidence.
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:17:53 GMT
The Iran war continues to push up prices at the pump for US motorists.
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:47:58 GMT
Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.
Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:59:19 GMT
The City regulator says 12.1 million mis-sold motor finance deals will be eligible for redress.
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:42:00 GMT
The 217-year-old firm says it appointed FRP Advisory as administrators on Tuesday.
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:33:56 GMT
Many airlines are taking measures to deal with the economic impact of the Iran war.
Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:22:18 GMT
While both crises involve oil, experts say there are some important differences between what happened in the 1970s and today.
Mon, 30 Mar 2026 23:35:37 GMT
Oil markets have been sensitive to Donald Trump's comments on the war. But are traders growing less responsive?
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:07:04 GMT
More tech leaders are pointing to job cuts caused by AI tools - and a need for more investment cash.
Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:35:40 GMT
It comes after Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen joined the conflict by striking Israel over the weekend.
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 11:12:33 GMT
The Tory leader refuses to rule out direct payments to households if bills spike but says this would come at a cost.
Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:41:55 GMT
Ramsey Elkholy introduced the financier to women as young as 18 in correspondence over almost a decade.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:28:34 GMT
Motorists are facing higher fuel prices ahead of Easter break due to the conflict in the Middle East, the RAC says.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:00:39 GMT
The UK's competition watchdog says it is looking at five firms in its investigation into misleading online reviews.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:13:36 GMT
A key survey indicates growing doubt among shoppers over prospects for the UK economy in the next year.
Mon, 30 Mar 2026 23:29:15 GMT
Rivals are emerging for the Las Vegas Sphere - are domes and spheres the future for entertainment?
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:07:12 GMT
Mainland firms are using the territory to test products and as a springboard for global expansion.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:01:01 GMT
Indian farmers are turning to dragon fruit as a profitable alternative to mangoes and coffee.
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:03:36 GMT
Greg Daily has swapped sleeping on friends' sofas for running a popular digital marketing company.
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:36:02 GMT
Start-ups are offering tech for novices to create apps with the help of AI.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:03:48 GMT
Weight-loss drug prices are falling in the US - but can the example be repeated?
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:03:25 GMT
The European nation, struggling to find skilled staff, is giving jobs to young people from India.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 00:56:15 GMT
Young people are driving a gym boom as more fitness spaces are transformed into vibrant hangouts.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 01:59:52 GMT
How could a company that charged as much as £65 for a day's parking fail to turn a profit?
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:09:01 GMT
Colombia has become a tech hub for Latin America, but attracting investors is a challenge.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:10:45 GMT
The chains all have detailed plans to follow in the event of the nation going to war.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:01:31 GMT
Using plastic in construction is cheap and easy, but some are trying to radically cut back its use.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:06:14 GMT
The war-torn country is battling to secure crucial funding from the IMF and EU, as well as putting up taxes.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:03:14 GMT
Cost and convenience have made disposable nappies dominant - can start-ups compete?
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:07:39 GMT
The US said easing sanctions on Russian oil would provide only a limited financial boost to Putin.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:58:28 GMT
The government's hopes that 2026 would be the year when growth picks up are at risk of being scuppered.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:50:23 GMT
One live music bar firm in Glasgow says it is facing a near six-fold increase and may have to lay off staff.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:45:44 GMT
Many businesses have said they will have to pass higher wage costs onto customers.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:29:47 GMT
A restaurant in Leamington say rising costs and falling footfall are behind their decision to close.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:47:02 GMT
Higher energy prices could lead to higher borrowing costs for homeowners, the Bank warns.
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:52:29 GMT
Increases in the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage mean 2.7 million workers will be paid more from April.
Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:30:45 GMT
Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:41:16 GMT
The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.

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