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Eurozone economy grows faster than expected - but 1 country still in 'recession' danger

The Eurozone’s economy has surprised analysts by growing at a faster rate than expected, despite global headwinds and ongoing economic challenges. However, the United States, previously seen as a...

Labour defends net-zero policies after Blair criticism

Labour defends net-zero policies after Blair criticismJust nowBrian WheelerPolitical reporterHenry ZeffmanChief Political CorrespondentGetty ImagesThe government has defended its net-zero policies...

Spain and Portugal power cuts leave EU refusing to ask one glaring question

The widespread power cuts in Spain and Portugal this week caused chaos and exposed the risks of switching almost entirely to electricity to power our way of life – plus the possible perils of a...

UK and India close in on mega Brexit Britain trade deal that could turbocharge economy

Britain is closing in on a Brexit trade deal with economic superpower India after Downing Street revealed that “constructive and productive” talks are under way. Business Secretary Jonathan...

Canada will deal with Trump 'on our terms', PM Carney tells BBC

Canada will deal with Trump 'on our terms', Carney tells BBC22 minutes agoFaisal IslamEconomics editor, BBC NewsReporting fromOttawa, OntarioMichael RaceBusiness reporter, BBC NewsReporting...

European politician suggests getting rid of Belgium and dividing it up

A senior Dutch politician has reportedly suggested dividing up Belgium between France and the Netherlands, effectively eliminating the country. Martin Bosma, president of the Dutch Parliament...

There are signs the president could be ready to retreat on tariffs

There are signs Trump could be ready to retreat on tariffs2 days agoFaisal IslamEconomics editor•@faisalislamBBCOver the past week I have crossed a radically changing North America, from Arizona to...

Faisal Islam: There are signs Trump could be ready to retreat on tariffs

There are signs Trump could be ready to retreat on tariffs12 hours agoFaisal IslamEconomics editor•@faisalislamBBCOver the past week I have crossed a radically changing North America, from Arizona...

The chilling 'truth' about England’s most haunted village exposed

An academic has claimed to uncover the truth about England's most hanted village. For more than 70 years, Pluckley in Kent has been known as England's scariest village, with more than a dozen ghosts...

'Now, more than ever, we must back Britain by buying British'

In the rapidly shifting global political landscape, one enduring certainty is ever clearer: national economic security means putting Britain first.To do so, in demoting the dogma of feckless free...

NHS and Army should be ordered to buy British, top Tory says

The NHS and armed forces should be ordered to “buy British” to protect jobs and strengthen our national security, a top Tory warned. Sir John Hayes called for the public sector to "lead by...

Donald Trump hints at first trade deal – and it's bad news for Keir Starmer

Donald Trump has hinted that South Korea could be the first country to sign a new trade deal with the United States – in a move which would come as a significant blow to Sir Keir Starmer, who has...

Germany economy panic as Donald Trump's tariffs crash forecast growth

Germany has cut its economic growth forecast for this year to zero, blaming Donald Trump’s “unpredictable” tariffs policy. It’s another blow for Europe’s biggest economy after its growth...

China tells Trump: If you want trade talks, cancel tariffs

China tells Trump: If you want trade talks, cancel tariffs52 minutes agoGetty ImagesChina has called on the US to cancel its sweeping tariffs on Chinese goods entering the country as a sign that the...

Expert reckons he's worked out exact date China trade war will start to devastate America

A “dirty bomb” has been detonated under the United States economy with China holding the cards, warns a finance expert. A trade war between the world’s two biggest economies is now in full...

Trump says he has 'no intention of firing' Federal Reserve boss Jerome Powell

Trump says he has 'no intention of firing' Fed boss2 hours agoJoão da SilvaBusiness reporter, BBC NewsReutersUS President Donald Trump says he has "no intention of firing" Jerome Powell after...

Three more UK interest rate cuts this year, predicts IMF

Three more UK interest rate cuts this year, predicts IMF4 hours agoVishala Sri-PathmaBBC business reporterGetty ImagesThe Bank of England could cut interest rates three more times this year, as the...

Hobbycraft to shut 9 stores with 18 more at risk

Hobbycraft could see nine of its stores close with 18 more at risk as its parent company undergoes a radical restructuring. Modella Capital, who also owns WH Smith’s high street stores, is drawing...

Rachel Reeves jets to US to beg Donald Trump to end tariff chaos

Rachel Reeves is set to make the case for free global trade at the International Monetary Fund’s spring meeting in Washington DC, as she hopes to get a trade deal with the US over the line. The...

China warns nations against 'appeasing' US in trade deals

China warns nations against 'appeasing' US in trade deals3 hours agoJoão da SilvaBusiness reporter, BBC NewsGetty ImagesChina has warned it will hit back at countries that make deals with the US...