Fashion giant H&M sees China sales slump after Xinjiang boycott

Western brands were recently hit by a backlash in China over statements on Xinjiang and the Uyghurs.

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Bars and restaurants struggle with staff isolating

The industry wants a "test to release" system to solve worker shortages as cases rise.

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Clarks workers consider strike over fire-and-rehire

Over 100 shoe company workers are at risk of being dismissed and rehired on worse pay and conditions.

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Lorry driver shortage threatens Haribo sweets

The German confectionery giant is struggling to get supplies of Goldbears and Tangfastics to UK shops.

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The Amazon sellers who sold up and became millionaires

Small e-commerce entrepreneurs have thrived in lockdown - now big money wants to buy them out.

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Global tax overhaul backed by 130 countries

The OECD, which led the talks, announces that many have backed plans for a 15% minimum corporate tax.

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Four reasons why Gap is closing its shops in the UK

Four reasons why the former High Street favourite is closing its shops in the UK and Ireland.

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Post-Brexit trade: UK extends EU-era steel protections

The government overrules its post-Brexit trade advisers to keep EU-era limits on products.

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Plan for law to protect neighbourhood cash access

The Treasury says people should not have to travel beyond a reasonable distance to withdraw or deposit cash.

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Bank governor warns against over-reaction to higher inflation

Bank of England governor says a rise will be "temporary" after a warning by the former chief economist.

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