BA reports large jump in profits
British Airways reports a 45% jump in annual profits to £883m but warns of challenges ahead.
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Water sector competition proposed
Watchdog Ofwat is recommending that the water and sewerage sector be opened to competition.
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Currys.digital to close 77 stores
DSG unveils a revival plan which will lead to the closure of almost half of its Currys.digital stores.
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Fed auctions $7bn in securities
The US central bank auctions $7bn in securities, far less than was available, showing credit markets are improving.
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World Bank boosts microfinance
The World Bank and Standard Chartered join up to invest $45m in microfinance in Asia and Africa.
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Barclays in £1bn credit writedown
Barclays takes a £1bn hit on its credit assets, confirming its first-quarter profits will be lower than last year.
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House building in England slumps
House building has slumped under the impact of the credit crunch and is heading to its lowest level for 10 years.
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Scottish newspapers 'in crisis'
Scottish newspapers are struggling to compete with London-based titles, a BBC Scotland investigation reveals.
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CBS buys tech news website
Television company CBS agrees to buy online technology news and entertainment website CNET.
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Global food prices fall in April
Average food prices fall in April, the first time they have done so for 15 months, according to a UN agency.
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