BBC Business News
Trump's new tariff comes into effect at lower than expected rate (Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:02:40 GMT)
The global levy comes in at 10%, lower than the rate the president had threatened at the weekend.
Number of workers on zero-hours contracts hits record high ahead of crackdown (Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:01:50 GMT)
There has been a 181,000 increase in the number of zero-hours contracts since Labour was elected.
Chocolate kept in anti-theft boxes as shops warn it's being stolen to order (Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:39:39 GMT)
Retailers and police forces tell the BBC that thieves are targeting chocolate and selling it on.
Reform vows to overhaul pension schemes for new local government workers (Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:36:13 GMT)
Reform plans to end more generous defined benefit pension schemes for new local government workers if it wins office.
Reddit fined £14m by UK data watchdog over age check failings (Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:10:23 GMT)
The UK's data watchdog said the failings meant children could be exposed to harmful material online.
Orbital space race heats up in Arctic north (Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:10:05 GMT)
Europe lags far behind the US and China in orbital space launches, but new facilities are opening up.
Trump Organization unveils plan for 'Australia's tallest building' (Tue, 24 Feb 2026 03:20:45 GMT)
The tower will be built on Queensland's Gold Coast and be 335 metres high, taller than the Shard in London.
FedEx sues for Trump tariff refund (Tue, 24 Feb 2026 01:18:27 GMT)
The US Supreme Court ruling that the US president overstepped when imposing levies paved the way for firms to seek a refund.
Company director jailed over £7m airline parts fraud (Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:43:44 GMT)
The judge said the actions were a "more or less complete undermining" of rules designed to ensure passenger flights are safe.
When is the Spring Statement and what might be in it? (Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:02:11 GMT)
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will give an update on her plans for the UK economy when she gives a statement alongside an economic forecast on 3 March.
No 10 says ‘nothing off the table’ over new US tariffs as UK could be among worst hit (Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:34:22 GMT)
Downing Street says discussions are ongoing following US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 15% global tariffs.
Netflix boss defends bid for Warner Bros as Paramount deadline looms (Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:21:31 GMT)
Ted Sarandos says his company's offer is better for industry growth as it is "buying assets we don't currently have".
Trump threatens countries that 'play games' with existing trade deals (Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:12:43 GMT)
The threat comes after the Supreme Court ruled on Friday that Trump had exceeded his authority in enacting a sweeping global programme of tariffs.
Unlicensed betting firms face sponsorship ban (Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:59:58 GMT)
Gambling firms not licensed in the UK could be banned from sponsoring British sports teams - including Premier League clubs - as part of a government crackdown.
Porn company fined £1.35m by Ofcom over age check failings (Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:27:13 GMT)
Ofcom's £1.35m fine on 8579 LLC is the largest it has levied under the Online Safety Act so far.
What now for Asia after Trump's tariffs struck down? (Mon, 23 Feb 2026 07:29:11 GMT)
After the Supreme Court ruling, Trump said he would impose new levies of 15% on goods entering the US.
How budget fast fashion is taking small-town India by storm (Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:40:05 GMT)
More Indians in small towns are now shopping for affordable brands instead of unlabelled goods in the bazaars.
The uncertainties facing businesses and consumers after Trump's tariff changes (Sun, 22 Feb 2026 16:55:58 GMT)
Businesses say questions remain after US President Donald Trump announced he will impose global tariffs of 15%.
'It is a catastrophe' - the man battling to stem rising youth unemployment (Sun, 22 Feb 2026 03:37:08 GMT)
Alan Milburn returns to his hometown of Newcastle as he undertakes a review into the growing numbers of young people out of work.
Trump says he will increase his new global tariffs to 15% (Sun, 22 Feb 2026 08:08:24 GMT)
After most of his tariffs were outlawed on Friday, Trump announced new global tariffs of 10% - which he says he has now increased to 15%.
Is £70 becoming harder to justify? The rise of cheaper blockbuster games (Sat, 21 Feb 2026 01:30:31 GMT)
As top games such as GTA 6 are speculated to cost $100 (£74), some developers are deliberately pricing lower.
Trump tariffs ripped up global trade order. What now? (Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:25:34 GMT)
If you think the Supreme Court ruling heralds a return to pre-Trump business as usual - think again.
MPs to discuss inquiry into trade envoy role after Andrew arrest (Sun, 22 Feb 2026 06:00:54 GMT)
A cross-party committee will also look into the appointment and accountability of UK trade envoys.
KFC, Nando's, and others ditch chicken welfare pledge (Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:17:53 GMT)
Wingstop, Burger King, and others have walked away from an industry commitment to avoid using fast-growing chickens
Higher tax helped UK government reach record January surplus (Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:13:35 GMT)
The government took in more from tax receipts than expected, official data suggests.
Lobbying firm co-founded by Mandelson goes into administration (Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:25:43 GMT)
Global Counsel's clients cut ties with the firm over Lord Mandelson's links with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
UK agrees drone defence plan with four EU allies (Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:35:35 GMT)
The scheme will seek to take inspiration from Ukraine's drone manufacturing programme.
Are you cut out for living and working in Antarctica? (Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:01:56 GMT)
Jobs are available on the icy continent for chefs, plumbers, carpenters and even hairdressers.
How do you modernise mango farming? (Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:05:20 GMT)
India's mango farmers are being urged to innovate as climate change makes cultivation "unpredictable".
The two farms in Senegal that supply many of the UK's vegetables (Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:16:54 GMT)
During winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.
