US unemployment rate falls to 50-year low of 3.5%
US unemployment rate falls to 50-year low of 3.5% Image copyright Getty Images The US unemployment rate has fallen to a 50-year low, possibly easing recession worries after recent weak…
Nine North East firms on list of UK’s top companies by sales
Nine North East firms on list of UK’s top companies by sales Nine North East companies have been named among the largest private firms in the UK by sales. The…
Former market stall Kettle Co now a successful Grand Design success
Former market stall Kettle Co now a successful Grand Design success A kitchen design retailer who started out with a stall at Par Market has now featured on Grand Designs…
Insurance: Millions of loyal customers ‘overpay on car and home cover’
Insurance: Millions of loyal customers ‘overpay on car and home cover’ Image copyright Getty Images Failings in the market for home and car insurance mean consumers are overpaying by about…
Hong Kong protests: Rich chase golden visas as unrest simmers
Hong Kong protests: Rich chase golden visas as unrest simmers Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionHow Hong Kong got trapped in a cycle of violence Wealthy Hong…
Missy Empire founders on why fast fashion is for keeps
Missy Empire founders on why fast fashion is for keeps You could say brothers Ash and Ish Siddique’s venture into online retail was a happy accident. The pair are founders…
How embracing the Humber Estuary’s ecology is opening the door for industry
How embracing the Humber Estuary’s ecology is opening the door for industry The most ambitious industrial development project in North East Lincolnshire Council’s history now includes the largest wildlife protection…
John Lewis seeks discounts from its landlords
John Lewis seeks discounts from its landlords Image copyright PA John Lewis is seeking discounts from its landlords to cut costs, in a highly unusual move that highlights the huge…