BBC Business News
Lloyds Banking Group to close another 95 branches (Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:08:22 GMT)
The closures have been announced days after Santander said it would shut branches.
'Fear and alienation': Senior Co-op staff complain of 'toxic' culture at the top (Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:59:01 GMT)
Lawyers for the Co-op said they do not believe the complaints represent the broader views of staff
US jobs see surprise growth in January after weak 2025 (Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:49:19 GMT)
Employers added a greater than expected 130,000 jobs in January, according to the latest figures.
Instagram head questioned in social media addiction trial (Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:10:06 GMT)
Instagram's longtime lead Adam Mosseri arrived on Wednesday at a courtroom in Los Angeles.
Serial rail fare evader fined £3,600 over 112 unpaid tickets (Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:07:25 GMT)
Charles Brohiri travelled without buying a ticket on 112 train journeys over a period of nearly two years.
Why food fraud persists, even with improving tech (Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:03:12 GMT)
Even with sophisticated technology it is still difficult to detect fake foods.
Oatly loses long-running 'milk' battle with dairy lobby (Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:05:07 GMT)
The plant-based drink maker can no longer use the term 'milk' to market its products.
More than 180 survivors engaged in Harrods abuse redress scheme (Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:12:45 GMT)
The late Mohamed Al Fayed has been accused of sexual harassment during his time as owner.
Children bombarded with weight loss drug ads online, says commissioner (Wed, 11 Feb 2026 09:49:13 GMT)
The Children's Commissioner suggested social media advertising for children should be banned.
Disney advert banned for showing 'disturbing' severed body (Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:07:54 GMT)
Disney argued the severed figure in the advert was a robot and "visually distinct from a human".
Wrapped helps Spotify add users despite artists' criticism over fees (Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:02:02 GMT)
The Swedish music giant saw record users despite artists saying they aren't paid enough to put their music on the platform.
Ford says it took an extra $900m tariff hit last year (Tue, 10 Feb 2026 23:23:36 GMT)
The US carmaker's tariff costs were higher than expected because of a change to the Trump administration's tariff relief program.
US consumer spending slowed in December - Is it a warning for the economy? (Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:32:08 GMT)
Retail sales were unexpectedly flat in December as consumers pulled back, raising questions about a broader economic slowdown.
BP steps up cost cutting as profits slide (Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:07:26 GMT)
The oil giant also suspends its share buyback programme ahead of the arrival of its new boss.
Wegovy maker sues rival over 'knock-off' weight-loss drugs (Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:53:19 GMT)
Novo Nordisk says Hims & Hers' drugs breach its patent; Hims & Hers calls the lawsuit a "blatant attack".
More solar farms on the way after record renewables auction (Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:19:08 GMT)
The results have been welcomed by climate and clean energy groups but could face opposition from local communities.
Instagram and YouTube owners built 'addiction machines', trial hears (Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:25:42 GMT)
The tech giants are under scrutiny over social media addiction in a landmark jury trial in Los Angeles
US to exempt some Bangladeshi clothes from tariffs (Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:26:05 GMT)
The White House agreed to carve out exemptions for US-produced cotton from Bangladesh.
Apple and Google agree to change app stores after 'effective duopoly' claim (Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:44:43 GMT)
The UK's markets regulator says the proposed commitments "will boost the UK's app economy".
Make-up brand Barry M bought by rival Warpaint (Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:18:49 GMT)
The cosmetics and nail varnish line was one of the last family-owned make-up firms in the UK.
Target slashes 500 jobs as retailer seeks to invest in its stores (Mon, 09 Feb 2026 21:57:51 GMT)
Executives said the reductions were part of a restructuring meant to help fix stagnant sales.
The tech firms embracing a 72-hour working week (Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:01:57 GMT)
In the race for AI, tech firms are asking for their staff to work long hours. But there are risks, experts say.
Businesses face extinction unless they protect nature, major report warns (Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:00:55 GMT)
Experts call for urgent action by businesses to restore the natural systems that keep them running.
Japan has given Takaichi a landslide win - but can she bring back the economy? (Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:02:34 GMT)
Japan has been battling sluggish growth, mounting public debt and a rapidly ageing workforce.
Voluntary student loan repayments rise in England (Sat, 07 Feb 2026 00:09:20 GMT)
Campaigners have criticised the terms of loans that were issued in England and still exist in Wales.
Japanese stocks surge as Takaichi secures historic election victory (Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:56:32 GMT)
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party secured 316 out of 465 seats in Sunday's election.
Most smart motorways not value for money, say reports (Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:51:52 GMT)
National Highways found only three out of 16 schemes are on track to deliver the financial benefits expected.
Netflix and Paramount are battling for Warner Bros. Who is likely to win? (Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:07:07 GMT)
What to know about the two firms' blockbuster battle to control Warner Bros Discovery.
How £50m 'fish disco' could save farmland (Tue, 10 Feb 2026 06:25:21 GMT)
Innovative tech scares fish away from nuclear cooling pipes.
Plane makers chase Asia's super-rich with luxe new private jets (Sun, 08 Feb 2026 23:01:52 GMT)
Parts of the aviation industry are shifting towards wealthy customers and selling a more luxurious type of international travel.
