COMPANIES

Legal action on behalf of 23 Hyundai and Kia car owners filed in US District Court for Central California.

Countless embarrassing tabloid headlines speculating over various methods of tax avoidance by big names like Jimmy Carr and singer Gary Barlow have annoyed people these last few months.

The company reports a pre-tax profit of £111.9m, down from £158.7m a year ago primarily to due to a payment of £73.8m to end a fragrance and beauty licence relationship.

Apple and four publishers allow retailers to set prices for a period of two years and to suspend "most-favored nation" contracts for five years.

Barclays' Antony Jenkins, HSBC's Douglas Flint and Ana Botín at Santander UK tell lawmakers that hedging tools are critical for Britain's small businesses despite past failures.

BMW outperformed expectations by posting a near 14 per cent rise in third quarter profits, in large part due to strong sales from China.

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority launches probe into the unauthorised trading of Apple shares at brokerage Rochdale Securities, say media reports

China growth helps BMW beat market consensus with profit boost and puts 2012 targets into the fast lane

Company intends to create a new parcel sorting hub and upgrade its operations.

American Suzuki Motor Corp, with $346 mn in debt, to file for bankruptcy.

Apple's case alleging Google-owned Motorola Mobility is charging excessive fees for patents used by iPhone maker dismissed.

Japanese manufacturer claims that its latest model blocks wrinkle-causing UV rays and the air-conditioning pumps out ionically charged particles that make skin softer.

President of the brokerage confirms that an unauthorised trade of Apple shares has led to Rochdale Securities seeking a capital injection.

Irish bookmakers paid out on all bets that President Barack Obama will win a second term in office before votes have been counted

UK’s low cost airline announces a profit boost on growing passenger traffic and a rise in fares.

Row over crackdown on Islamist groups said to be reason for exclusion.

Shares fall after US watchdog finding that Hyundai and Kia overstated fuel efficiency of vehicles.

China still in full control over some of world’s most important yet limited supply of raw materials and rare minerals.

As RBS reveals it is close to settling on Libor fixing investigations, more fines and compensation payments mount up and threaten the bank's existence

RBS reports third-quarter loss of £1.38bn having increased payment protection insurance compensation fund to £1.7bn.

Playboy Enterprises plans to open over 120 Playboy businesses including clubs, cafes and retail outlets in India over a period of ten years.

Barclays could be fined near the same amount it was charged for fixing Libor, on US power market manipulation

Electrical retail chain Comet is on the verge of entering administration, putting 6,000 jobs at risk across its 240 UK stores.

UK’s largest fixed telecoms company posts gloomy outlook, after recession, regulation and rain hit revenue

Shell cites lower crude oil and depressed output for its tumble in supply profits but keeps dividends steady

Site aimed at cutting-edge consumers who want to be the first in the know with latest products, brands and experiences.

With banks being blighted by a number of scandals, will the manipulation of the power markets be the next to break?

Walt Disney snaps up studio behind Star Wars franchise and announces new films.

Walt Disney Co. has acquired Lucasfilm for $4.05bn, and announced that a new Star War Film will be made for 2015.