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Germany’s Aldi eyes China for expansion: Report

German discount grocery chain Aldi is considering entering China as it seeks growth outside its traditional markets, according to a German magazine.

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VIDEO: How energy saving can save pounds

It is thought the UK needs to improve energy-saving measures in over 13,000 existing homes a week if it is to meet its greenhouse gas commitments.

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Retailer dismisses Miliband comments

Retailer Sports Direct dismisses criticism by Ed Miliband of its use of zero-hours contracts, after the Labour leader calls it a “terrible place to work”.

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VIDEO: Is Germany’s economy flatlining?

The BBC’s Robert Peston reports from Hamburg on the economic condition of Germany, which has seen growth figures of just 0.1% in the third quarter of the year.

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Energy efficiency challenge at home

The cost and benefits of energy efficiency at home

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Craig Whyte arrest warrant issued

An arrest warrant is issued for former Rangers owner Craig Whyte following an investigation into the club’s sale in 2011.

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Microsoft leapfrogs Exxon in value

The energy giant ceded its position as the world’s second largest company to Microsoft, after concerns about the falling oil price devalued its shares.

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House passes Keystone pipeline bill

The US House of Representatives passes a bill to approve the controversial Keystone XL oil pipeline, and it will now go to a vote in the Senate.

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Virgin America shares surge on debut

Shares in Richard Branson’s Virgin America airline surge more than 30% in their first day of trading on the Nasdaq stock exchange in New York.

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FTSE buoyed by mild oil price rise

London’s main share index closed at a six-week high, as a small recovery in oil prices buoyed energy firms’ shares.