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…