Small shops better at surviving virus than big ones

Independent shops have been “more agile” and better at surviving Covid-19 than chain stores, data indicates.…

Financial markets rise ahead of US election

Financial markets have risen for a second day in a row ahead of the US presidential…

Indians asked to eat more sugar to tackle oversupply

A glut of sugar has prompted India’s industry body to start a campaign to encourage Indians…

Chinese firm moves from adult diapers to face masks

A Chinese firm specialising in adult nappies – also known as diapers – is to provide…

Mortgage holidays extended for up to six months

Mortgage payment holidays are being extended for homeowners financially affected by the pandemic. Read more at…

New coronavirus lockdowns lead to oil price slump

Oil prices hit a five-month low on Monday following fresh virus-induced lockdowns. Read more at https://www.bbc.com/news/business-54775143

US growth surged in summer but recovery is slowing

The US economy emerged quickly from the depths of the crisis triggered by coronavirus lockdowns this…

For Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Google business is booming

Business is booming for America’s tech giants. Read more at https://www.bbc.com/news/business-54741689

Soy sauce: Will it be cheaper next year?

The Department for International Trade has been causing something of a stir on social media, after…

Samsung sees sales surge from rival Huawei’s ban

Samsung Electronics has reported record revenues of $59bn (£45.4bn) in its third quarter. Read more at…

BP returns to profit but pandemic weighs on demand

BP returned to profit in the third quarter, but the global coronavirus crisis continued to hit…

Aston Martin: Mercedes to take 20% stake in luxury brand

Germany’s Mercedes-Benz is to raise its stake in Aston Martin Lagonda as part of the UK…