FTSE outlook 2017: Investors are betting big on the magic of Donald Trump
The rollercoaster of 2016 looks set to crash into next year - with rapid growth or a trade war at the end of the ride.
UK employment falls for the first time in over 12 months as labour market cools down
Unemployment rate in the three months to October remains unchanged at 11-year low as wage growth accelerates.
Labour backs triple-lock pension guarantee after 'generational inequality' warnings
Work and Pensions Committee said the system should be scrapped because of its 'unsustainable nature.
UK economy will end 2016 'with the G7's fastest growth' predicts services sector survey
It comes as Bank of England governor Mark Carney warned of a 'lost decade' of economic growth.
Tyrrells won't do a Cadbury and stunt UK production following US takeover
UK crisps producer was acquired by US-based Amplify Snack Brands for £300m in August this year.
Jose Mourinho could face investigation after tax avoidance claims
Investigation by the Sunday Times suggests the Manchester United boss misled tax authorities.
US unemployment rate hits nine-year low in November
Unemployment rate falls from 4.9% to 4.6% in November as non-farm payrolls fall slightly below expectations.
UK consumer credit grows at fastest pace since 2005 as Britain's economy remains resilient
Bank of England figures show demand remains resilient but rising inflation and weak pound pose threat.
Shaftesbury earnings boosted by strong demand in London's West End
ERPA net asset value rises by 19p through 2016 financial year to £8.88 per share.
Worst decade for living standards in the UK since WW2 says IFS
UK workers set to earn less in real wages in 2021 than they did in 2008.
Former Barcelona star Samuel Eto'o faces over 10 years in prison for alleged tax fraud
Ex-Chelsea striker allegedly defrauded €3.5m during his stint at the Camp Nou.
Spy kids: UK's first cybersecurity college for teens to open at Bletchley Park
The boarding school will be free to attend and will select students on talent, regardless of family background or wealth.
Autumn Statement 2016: How women are set to lose out to austerity yet again
Chancellor Philip Hammond will present his first big budget statement - but it likely won't favour women.
Government U-turns on controversial 'pay-to-stay' policy for council tenants
Housing Minister Gavin Barwell said pay-to-stay does not support working-class families struggling to get by.
Instagram launches live video broadcasts, disappearing photos and videos to take on Snapchat
The latest features will give users new ways to 'share freely and in the moment', the company said.
UK unemployment falls to its lowest level for 11 years
UK jobless count continues to fall regardless of the country's Brexit vote.
British Land profits rise 16% despite Brexit hit
Real estate firm reports underlying profits of £199m for the 6 months ended 30 September.
As Brad Pitt emerges from self-imposed exile, to what extent will Brangelina demise impact his brand?
Couple announced their split in September.
UK house prices will not grow in 2017 amid Brexit uncertainty, Savills says
Property firm says house prices will grow by 13.1% on average in the UK by 2021.
Slash's estranged wife 'humiliated' after Guns N' Roses rocker denies their 13-year marriage
Perla Ferrar wed the rocker in 2001 but the couple have filed for divorce twice.
Guns N' Roses' Slash denies he was ever married to his wife of 13 years amid divorce battle
Ferrar married Carlos Marty in 1993 and believed they were divorced when she wed Slash in 2001.
WPP third quarter revenues rise but UK growth slows
WPP's results show the company had benefited from the post-Brexit softening of the pound.
Equities 'hopelessly overpriced' but won't change unless interest rates rise says industry veteran
Industry veteran David Buik says there is growing interest in inflated equities market following Brexit vote.
PE firm Carlyle aims to raise another $100bn over the next four years
Carlyle's buyout funds are proposed to be targeted at companies in US, Europe and Japan.
Suge Knight accuses Dr Dre of hiring hitmen to kill him as Terry Carter murder trial looms
Knight has filed a lawsuit against former business partner Dr Dre for $300m (£245m).
Got poor corporate projections? Just blame Brexit for now!
An increasing number of UK companies are blaming the EU referendum's aftermath for their financial woes, but there is more to it than Brexit.
FX Focus: US rate hike expectation entices sellers to attack the 'pound incessantly'
British currency alternating between gains and losses after hawkish notes from US Federal Reserve.
Most Asian markets slip following Fed rate hike fears and poor US corporate earnings
According to the CME Fed Fund futures prices, 74.5% expect a US interest rate increase in December.
Stock markets are hitting record levels but investors lack the appetite to back new companies
Pure Gym's cancelled float may see a lacklustre year in the IPO market end badly.
Is the bedroom tax worth its human cost?
Critics argue limited successes of bedroom tax do not justify the devastating impact on many of those affected.