Trump brings in new 10% tariff as Supreme Court rejects his global import taxes
Natalie ShermanBusiness reporterWatch: BBC inside Trump press briefing slamming Supreme Court tariffs rulingUS President Donald Trump has imposed a new 10% global tariff to replace ones struck down by the…
Uncertainty for UK after US Supreme Court tariff ruling, experts say
Mitchell LabiakBusiness reporterGetty ImagesUK businesses face uncertainty after the US Supreme Court struck down many of President Donald Trump's tariffs, trade experts have said.The court's decision affects the tariffs Trump…
UK agrees drone and missile defence plan with four EU allies
Paul SeddonPolitical reporterGetty ImagesBritain is to develop new air defence weapons alongside the EU's four biggest military powers, deepening ties with the European defence sector.The project will invite manufacturers in…
Trump tariffs ripped up global trade order. What now?
Dharshini DavidDeputy economics editorGetty ImagesFrom tearing down the White House's East Wing to capturing foreign leaders, this is not a president who is used to being told "No".But the Supreme…
KFC, Nando’s, and others ditch chicken welfare pledge as demand soars
Josh MartinBusiness reporterGetty ImagesMajor restaurant chains, including KFC, have ditched a commitment to improve chicken sourcing standards in the UK as poultry demand soars.Eight restaurant groups, which also include the…
US economy slows after turbulent year
US economy slows in final months after turbulent yearNatalie ShermanBusiness reporterAFP via Getty ImagesGrowth in the US slowed at the end of last year, as consumer spending slackened and the…
Asos co-founder dies after Thailand balcony fall
Asos co-founder dies after Thailand apartment block fallOsmond Chia,Business reporterandJennifer Meierhans,Business reporterBloomberg via Getty ImagesQuentin Griffiths died in the Thai city of PattayaA co-founder of online fashion giant Asos died…
Lobbying firm co-founded by Mandelson goes into administration
Jennifer MeierhansBusiness reporterPA MediaGlobal Counsel, the lobbying firm co-founded by Peter Mandelson, has gone into administration.It comes after leading clients cut ties with the company after details emerged of Lord…
When the retail staff can’t help you
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New Year’s sport supplement buying adds to January retail sales surge
Shakira AbdiBusiness reporterGetty ImagesAn increase in demand for sports supplements likely driven by New Year's resolutions helped lift retail sales by more than expected to 1.8% in January.Continuing strong sales…