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French foreign minister tweets support for sale after Barack Obama questions deal

This week's Current Account rounds-up the highlights over the Scottish referendum

This week has all been about Scottish independence, as politicians and businesses warned of detrimental repercussions from splitting the union, following the official start of the referendum process.

Pentagon report shows China's military spending far higher than Beijing official admits

Partnership owns department stores and Waitrose supermarkets across UK.

The US pharma giant denied that its pursuit of AstraZeneca was tax avoidance motivated

Potential $12bn penalty to exceed Bank of America's 2013 profit of $11.43bn.

The Report on Jobs reveals that permanent staff appointments declined further in May

Mikko Hypponen believes Snowden sacrificed everything to save us and hopes he will inspire more whistleblowers

Board will be replaced by four members from US, Italy, Singapore and Switzerland.

Reports say that Qatar is looking to buy chunks of stock at £4-plus a share

In the past, US authorities have targeted Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan in recruitment probes.

The London Pride owner also runs 180 managed pubs and hotels and 206 tenanted pubs

China's growth would moderate over medium term due to its economic transformation, says World Bank.

It is tipped to be announced imminently by parent company Acromas Holdings imminently

In order to retain management of conglomerate, heirs will reportedly have to pay tax.

Research reveals almost five million small UK businesses could double their chances of increasing their turnovers with mentoring.

Boohoo has moved to reassure investors following Asos share crash.

European Commission vice-president gives stark warning on eurozone economic future.

Eurogroup president warns on Greek optimism over state of economy.

Son of Morrisons founder had strong words for Dalton Philips at supermarket's AGM.

Dr Robin Niblett warns new radicals in European Parliament could halt economic progress.

What impact did his revelation have, who are the winners and losers, and is Snowden a hero or villain? Experts have their say

Expert reveals how financial institutions need to utilise more stealth-like types of technology

Researchers discover entirely new flaw in OpenSSL while Cupid attack takes advantage of Heartbleed vulnerability

US president warns Russia president Putin over funding and encouraging insurgency in eastern Ukraine

Former EU trade commissioner and Labour lord plays down Ukip electoral success.

The M&S boss missed out on bonuses following a disappointing year for the retailer.

Economist accuses France of failing to adapt to modern global economy