Business insolvencies rise as government aid wanes
The number of firms going bust in September was at its highest since March 2020.
Virgin Galactic delays first commercial space flight
Shares in the firm dive 20% as it delays first tourist flight to make upgrades.
Pump prices for petrol and diesel are near a record high
Average petrol prices are just 2p off their record high from April 2012, says the RAC.
Covid: US to lift travel ban for fully jabbed on 8 November
Fully vaccinated travellers will be allowed to enter the US for the first time since March 2020.
Gas prices: Kwasi Kwarteng defends government handling of energy crisis
Suppliers want to review the price cap on energy bills but he says keeping it is “non-negotiable”.
Gas prices: Energy price cap not fit for purpose, say suppliers
Firms say consumers could face a “huge cost” from providers going out of business.
Nations agree to 15% minimum corporate tax rate
The historic deal is designed to make big corporations pay a fairer share of tax around the world.
Former Tesco boss Dave Lewis to advise on supply chain crisis
The government has hired Dave Lewis to help it fix problems that led to petrol and other shortages.
Groupon pledges to offer refunds and better service after CMA inquiry
The discount voucher firm commits to improving customer service after a warning from the regulator.
US adds 194,000 jobs in September as Delta hits hiring
The unemployment rate fell to 4.8%, but the jobs growth was far below expectations.