France wins Egypt combat jet deal
France confirms a deal to sell 24 Rafale combat jets and other military equipment to Egypt in a deal worth 5bn euros.
IMF agrees $17.5bn plan for Ukraine
The IMF agrees a $17.5bn loan to Ukraine as part of a new economic reform programme, which it says could represent a “turning point” for the country.
Greek ‘compromise’ possible – Merkel
Germany’s Chancellor Merkel says a compromise is possible, amid a stand-off with Greece over the terms of its bailout.
Npower worst for customer complaints
More than a quarter of all Npower domestic customers complained to the company last year, according to figures from the energy regulator Ofgem.
Manchester United revenues fall 12%
Manchester United sees its revenue fall by 12.2% to £194.4m for the six months to the end of December.
Carney: Inflation may turn negative
Inflation in the UK could temporarily turn negative in the spring because of falling oil prices, the governor of the Bank of England says.
Sweden cuts rates and starts QE
Sweden’s central bank cuts its key interest rate from 0% to a record low of -0.1% and starts a programme of quantitative easing.
Home repossessions at eight-year low
The number of homes repossessed by lenders last year fell to their lowest level since 2006, mortgage lenders say.