UK lags behind France and Germany on gender equality, WEF study shows
The World Economic Forum says it will take another 217 years to achieve full gender parity across the world.
UK facing 'ATM deserts': Thousands of free cash-machines could be axed
ATMs operator Link says demand for cash is falling drastically as it unveils plans to cut number of machines.
UK interest rate rise not as scary as you might think, says Nationwide
Nationwide figures show UK house prices grew 2.5% year-on-year in October, up from 2.3% in September.
Typical UK household £600 worse off due to Brexit vote, NIESR says
Think tank predicts UK GDP to expand by 1.6% this year and 1.7% in 2018, a modest downward revision on the forecasts it made earlier this year.
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End of eurozone quantitative easing 'in sight' despite dovish European Central Bank stance
The central bank's announcement – that it will extend asset purchase programme until next year – does not signal indefinite extension, says ratings agency.
Philip Hammond urged to abandon budget surplus target
Think tank says chancellor is stuck "between a rock and a hard place" as he prepares to unveil his first budget since the general election.
End of an era in Hong Kong as stock exchange shuts up shop after 31 years
In its heyday, the Trading Hall hosted over 1,000 traders but the number has drastically dropped as markets shifted to electronic trading.
Euro slides after ECB announces plans to halve stimulus package from next year
ECB President Mario Draghi highlights the QE programme will not suddenly end, despite planned slowdown.
Glass half empty! A possible global wine shortage is around the bend
International Organisation of Vine and Wines claims that extreme weather conditions are responsible for a decrease in production across Europe.
Bank of England set to hike rates in November after UK economy grows more than expected
UK economy grows 0.4% in the third quarter on the back of a strong performance from the services sector.
Heathrow third runway consultation reopens after government publishes new evidence
Department for Transport publishes fresh appraisal over the impact a third runway would have on noise and air quality.
Why Japan's Shinzo Abe coasted to an election victory despite being far from popular
The incumbent ran on predictable platform in unpredictable times and prevailed despite his ambition to change the constitution few have an appetite for.
Japan to see 'robust' growth bolstered by Tokyo Olympics and 'Abenomics'
Policy stimulus and frenetic construction for the summer games in 2020 seen aiding Japanese economy, according to new analysis.
Debtors to be given six-week 'breathing space' under government plans
According to StepChange charity, some 8.8 million Britons face financial difficulties, which could lead to hardship.
Philip Hammond urged to make shoppers and businesses a priority in his Budget statement
Lobby groups urge the Chancellor to suspend planned increase in business rates and incentivise investment instead.
Business lobby groups press David Davis to strike Brexit transition deal
Five major business lobby groups say companies will begin relocating jobs out of the UK in the coming months if no deal is in place.
Overseas purchasing power of UK earnings 22% below 2007 peak
Across the euro area as a whole, UK purchasing power is 17% below its initial 2000 level, according to fresh industry analysis.
Pound soars on data and EU stance on Brexit trade talks
Confirmation of trade talks with the EU beginning as early as December sparks sterling rally.
Philip Hammond urged to address lack of diversity at Bank of England
The Bank of England's three main committees are made up of 32 members but include only two women so far.
One in four UK workers 'permanently trapped' in poorly paid jobs
Report from the Social Mobility Commission shows only one in six low-paid workers has managed to 'escape' in the last 10 years.
Chinese official warns of 'Minsky Moment' 30 years on from Black Monday
Zhou Xiaochuan warns of excessive optimism as Dow climbs well above 23,000 points and Chinese debt levels rise.
Fears mount for UK economy as retail sales growth tumbles to lowest level in four years
ONS figures show quarterly growth of 0.6%, the lowest level on record since 2013.
Lloyds Bank shareholders suing for being 'mugged' over HBOS takeover
The shareholders claim the bank failed to tell them HBOS was effectively bust before the transaction was completed.
UK unemployment rate remains at historic low but wage growth lags behind inflation
ONS data shows number of jobless people fell in the three months to August, while rate held steady at lowest level since 1975.
Why we must embrace, not fear, the technology that is revolutionising education and jobs
In most cases, while the path to progress is not without problems, few would roll back the clock.
UK inflation rises to highest level in five years
Inflation surges to the highest level since April 2012 amid increase in food prices and transport costs.
Pound surges again as Catalonia uncertainty drags euro lower
British currency rises against major crosses for second successive session as Prime Minister Theresa May heads to Brussels.
CBI urges chancellor to deliver pro-business Budget
Business lobby group calls on Philip Hammond to deliver Autumn Budget that will allow UK to grow its way out of austerity.
Amazon continues relentless UK expansion with creation of another 1,200 jobs
Online retailer to create more permanent Jobs with the opening of a new fulfilment centre in Bolton.
Pound rallies against dollar and euro on leaked EU document
Confidential document suggests trade talks between London and Brussels could begin soon despite claims that Brexit negotiations were deadlocked.
BCC warns Bank of England against interest rate rise amid sluggish growth
Survey of more than 7,100 businesses reveals improvements in the manufacturing sector in the third quarter.
IMF pushes higher taxes for rich to tackle inequality
Washington-based lender says there is no evidence to suggest that raising taxes on high-earners would adversely affect economic performance.
Energy price cap will cover two-thirds of British households in push to fix 'broken market'
Price cap will be formally unveiled by ministers on 12 October 2017 and will last until at least 2020.
UK housing demand 'at lowest level since Brexit vote'
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors says its house price balance was unchanged at +6 during September.
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