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Kim Kardashian adds private equity firm to her portfolio

Reality TV star is the latest celebrity to build on her billion dollar brand in private investments.

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Should billboard advertising be banned?

Campaigners want to see the end of all outdoor advertising, calling it “sight pollution”.

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Royal Mail staff announce fresh strikes over pay

Further dates for walkouts are announced by staff in the Communication Workers Union.

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Beavertown Brewery bought out by Heineken

London-based Beavertown has become the latest craft beer brewer to be taken over by a drinks giant.

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Pound falls to lowest level against dollar since 1985

It comes after the Bank of England warned that little could be done to stop a recession in the UK.

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Avanti West Coast: Government considers withdrawing rail operator’s contract

A transport minister tells MPs that Avanti West Coast’s contract could be withdrawn.

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Energy bills: Tens of thousands of firms ‘face collapse’ without help

More than 25,000 businesses could collapse or cut jobs without bill support, experts warn.

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OEUK calls on government for rapid North Sea action

Offshore trade body says urgent government action is needed to maximise the UK’s energy security.

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US bars ‘advanced tech’ firms from building China factories for 10 years

The plan – for the next for 10 years – comes amid pressure from business to reduce reliance on China.

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Holiday Inn hotels hit by cyber-attack

The chain, run by Intercontinental Hotel Group, said its online services were facing disruptions.