BBC Business News
GameStop makes $55.5bn takeover offer for eBay (Mon, 04 May 2026 02:22:34 GMT)
GameStop's boss Ryan Cohen says he sees potential to make eBay a much bigger rival to Amazon.
The threat to summer holidays looming from jet fuel shortages (Sun, 03 May 2026 23:03:41 GMT)
What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
Airlines can cancel flights in advance over fuel shortages under new plans (Sun, 03 May 2026 09:13:54 GMT)
Ministers hope move would help avoid last-minute flight cancellations for passengers this summer over Middle East fuel supplies.
Struggling High Streets fuel sense of neglect for voters ahead of local elections (Sun, 03 May 2026 01:48:14 GMT)
Failing High Streets fuel a wider sense of political discontent which could prove crucial in the upcoming elections for English councils in May.
Spirit Airlines shutting down after rescue talks collapse (Sat, 02 May 2026 23:16:13 GMT)
The airline had been in talks with the Trump administration about a $500m bailout.
Amsterdam bans public adverts for meat and fossil fuels (Sun, 03 May 2026 23:07:44 GMT)
Local politicians say the move is in line with the Dutch capital's environmental targets.
Voters will judge Trump on the economy - how is it doing? (Sun, 03 May 2026 09:52:06 GMT)
How much Donald Trump can do with the time he has left as president will depend massively on the cost of living.
In five charts: How UAE's exit could affect Opec's influence over the oil price (Sun, 03 May 2026 12:06:34 GMT)
The BBC takes a look in charts at what the UAE's departure could mean for the oil cartel and more widely.
Mortgages, jobs and energy bills - how the Iran war will affect your money (Fri, 01 May 2026 21:16:44 GMT)
The Bank of England's latest report reveals some interesting details on how our finances will be affected due to the Iran war.
Trump says he will hike tariffs on EU cars to 25% (Fri, 01 May 2026 19:42:56 GMT)
The current level of tariffs charged on goods entering the US from the EU is 15%, under a deal negotiated last July.
The Real Greek rescued by Cote Brasserie-owner (Fri, 01 May 2026 17:03:19 GMT)
All but nine of the Mediterranean chain's 28 outlets are being taken over by the family-owned Karali group.
Pentagon says US military to be an 'AI-first' fighting force (Fri, 01 May 2026 21:09:52 GMT)
The US military has agreed eight new contracts with big tech firms as it expands its artificial intelligence capabilities.
Crayola toys recalled over possible asbestos contamination (Fri, 01 May 2026 14:58:38 GMT)
People should stop using the products immediately and keep out of the reach of children, the government says.
No evidence of widespread fuel price-gouging, watchdog says (Fri, 01 May 2026 15:12:16 GMT)
Profit margins were "broadly unchanged" between February and March, the UK's competition watchdog says.
Billions of meals at risk due to Iran war, says fertiliser boss (Fri, 01 May 2026 13:12:10 GMT)
A shortage of fertiliser due to the Iran conflict could reduce crop yields and push prices higher, says the boss of Yara.
'There were letters I didn't want to open': Rise in unpaid debt court cases (Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:07:00 GMT)
The number of county court judgements rose by 17.5% in the first quarter of this year compared to last, data suggests.
Will AI lead to more accurate opinion polls? (Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:11:37 GMT)
It's cheaper and faster to collect people's opinions using AI, but will it make polls more accurate?
The kelp producer who wants to get Americans eating seaweed (Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:01:07 GMT)
Marine farmer Suzie Flores also hopes the crop can revitalise the US's small fishing towns.
Why Spotify has no button to filter out AI music (Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:03:10 GMT)
Music streamer Deezer allows users to filter out AI music, so why does Spotify not offer the same?
How climate change threatens the economic backbone of the Pacific (Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:16:41 GMT)
Tuna populations around the Pacific Islands could move away as ocean temperatures increase.
From scientist to silk farmer: India's silk industry renewal (Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:50:01 GMT)
Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India.
How a pivot to hair accessories led to business success (Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:04:39 GMT)
Jenny Lennick's colourful hair clips are sold across the US and around the world.
What the Warner Bros deal could mean for streaming, cinemas and news (Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:54:27 GMT)
If Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros goes ahead it could significantly reshape Hollywood.
The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough (Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:09:41 GMT)
A stellarator is difficult to build, but could it be the best way to make fusion energy work?
'I earn £36k but I can't afford to buy a house' (Fri, 01 May 2026 12:20:00 GMT)
Shelter Cymru says privately rented homes are unaffordable for most people across Wales.
How the Iran war affects your money and bills (Fri, 01 May 2026 11:49:20 GMT)
The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.
How will car finance compensation payments work? (Fri, 01 May 2026 11:21:40 GMT)
Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.
'We're in a successful band but still work jobs' (Fri, 01 May 2026 10:39:16 GMT)
Red Rum Club lead singer Fran Doran spoke to BBC North West ahead of the local elections
'There were letters I didn't want to open': Rise in unpaid debt court cases (Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:07:00 GMT)
The number of county court judgements rose by 17.5% in the first quarter of this year compared to last, data suggests.
The threat to summer holidays looming from jet fuel shortages (Sun, 03 May 2026 23:03:41 GMT)
What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
