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Trump tariffs trigger steepest US stocks drop since 2020 as China, EU vow to hit back
Nike and Apple were among brands worst hit, but Trump maintained the US economy would ultimately "boom".

Who might buy TikTok as ban deadline looms? Amazon joins bidders
Oracle and the founder of OnlyFans are also among names that have cropped up as the president seeks to broker a deal.

Eli Lilly boss: 'Tariffs are pivotal moment and hard to come back from'
The Chief Executive of Eli Lilly has told the BBC that he is doubtful tariffs could bring manufacturing jobs to the US whilst raising billions in tax revenue

UK draws up list of US products it could hit with tariffs
The business secretary says he wants to reach an economic deal but would take "necessary steps' if talks failed.

Lush and Kwik Fit warn tax rise will push up prices
The brands are warning of the impact of employer National Insurance Contribution rises which kick in on Sunday.

What is live shopping and will it take off?
Big in Asia, live shopping involves brands putting on live shows to sell direct to shoppers.

What next for products like the iPhone made in China? And more of your questions answered
Donald Trump slaps much of the world with a 10% baseline tariff while others face even higher rates. Our correspondents answer your questions.

British Steel could decide to shut Scunthorpe plant in days
British Steel's owner has cancelled coal and iron ore shipments to the Scunthorpe plant.

Faisal Islam: This is the biggest change to global trade in 100 years
The impact of the tariffs will be huge, with significant changes to long-standing global avenues of trade.

How were Donald Trump's tariffs calculated?
Analysts have questioned claims that new tariffs are reciprocal and based on those charged against the US.

Trump's tariffs on China, EU and more, at a glance
A 10% rate of import tax will apply globally - with higher rates for a list of Trump's "worst offenders".

Luton airport expansion approved by government
Annual passenger numbers are due to almost double to 32 million, despite environmental concerns.

UK firms react to Trump tariffs: 'It's a huge blow to Scotland's whisky industry'
Business in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland tell us what US tariffs could mean for them.

How Trump's tariffs might affect you and your money
The UK has been hit with 10% tariffs by the US, but there is uncertainty as to the impact of them.

Trump to charge high tariffs on 'worst offenders' globally
The president says the US has been "pillaged, raped and plundered" for years by international trade partners.

Tesla sales plunge after Elon Musk backlash
The car maker's sales slide has been attributed to competition and controversy around its boss.

Can Trump's sweeping global tariffs spark a manufacturing boom in India?
Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs have shaken global trade, but can India turn disruption into opportunity?

Six things that could get more expensive for Americans under Trump tariffs
Economists say the president's import taxes could result in higher prices for a range of products in the US.

Heathrow warned by airlines about power supply days before shutdown
MPs hear the airport was warned about power supply resilience days before the disruptive closure.

Trump announces tariffs on NI and Irish goods
NI goods entering the US will face a 10% tariff, while those from the Republic will be hit with 20%.

Parents allowed to block children's games and friends on Roblox
They are the latest safety measures from the gaming platform, which has faced questions over inappropriate content.

'National Insurance rise may force us to close'
Charities and childcare centres say they are being hit by the tax increase but cannot raise prices.

Trump-endorsed news channel sees shares surge 2,200%
Conservative US cable TV channel Newsmax started trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Monday.

Trump poised to reshape global economy and how world does business
The BBC’s economics editor Faisal Islam explains why a US tariff on goods imported into America is such a big deal for both consumers and countries.

Car firms fined for withholding recycling information
BMW, Ford, JLR, Peugeot Citroen, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Renault, Toyota, Vauxhall and Volkswagen have all been fined.

Why are bills going up? Your questions answered
Bills, bins, and benefits - the BBC's cost of living correspondent Kevin Peachy answers your questions on bill rises.

Three big unknowns ahead of Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs
The president is expected to unveil details of his plans for a wider set of import taxes. But what tariffs and when?

The Finnish defence firms 'on steroids'
Helsinki has become one of the top five cities in Europe for investment in defence and security technologies.

The Swedish city fined for missing an environmental target
Gothenburg has to pay a financial penalty if it misses certain annual sustainability goals.

Could electric drones you can sit in take off?
Skyfly's aircraft promises the flexibility of a helicopter without the cost, noise or emissions.

'No fuss, no surprises': Shoppers defend supermarket cafes amid closures
Morrisons and Sainsbury's have announced a raft of cafe closures - but some customers insist they should stay open.

'It's going to get worse': US car buyers brace for sweeping auto tariffs
"The prices in the wholesale market have skyrocketed already and it's going to get worse," one car seller tells the BBC.

Can Vietnam golf its way out of new Trump tariffs?
Vietnam's Prime Minister has said he would "golf all day long" with the US president if it benefits his country.

Why are tech stocks so volatile?
Shares in technology firms have both fallen and risen sharply over the past year.

Bitcoin in the bush - the crypto mine in remote Zambia
Bitcoin miners will go to remote locations to take advantage of cheap electricity.

What makes a rum Jamaican? Question at heart of Caribbean legal dispute
The dispute centres on whether it is acceptable to age and bottle the spirit overseas.

How did a single fire bring down Europe's busiest airport?
Questions have been raised over what caused the outage and why back-up systems failed?

The slow but steady advance of driverless vehicles
Robo-taxi services and driverless trucks are gaining ground but progress is painstaking.

Why Elon Musk's Grok is kicking up a storm in India
The chatbot has become an "unfiltered and unhinged" digital sensation in India.

Vending machines sell farm shop goods out of hours
Visitors can pay for milk and meats from suppliers on The Romney Marsh by tapping their bank cards.

How much is the state pension going up?
The triple lock means that the state pension will increase by 4.1% in April 2025.

What is stamp duty and how is it changing?
Home buyers in England and Northern Ireland will pay more stamp duty from 1 April when thresholds rise.

Council offers grants to help with cost of living
Rotherham Council allocates £4.3m to helping its residents with food and energy costs.

Why are bills going up? Your questions answered
Bills, bins, and benefits - the BBC's cost of living correspondent Kevin Peachy answers your questions on bill rises.

David Dimbleby: I thought the free market was with us forever - then Trump came along
Why the reign of the free market is facing its biggest ever challenge

Rachel Reeves is feeling the heat ahead of her Spring Statement
The Chancellor hints at a more guarded approach amid global uncertainty - and issues a warning ahead of her announcements.

Tesla's challenges run deeper than 'toxic' controversy around Elon Musk
The company is still valued at more than 100 times its earnings - but it faces problems that experts say go beyond questions around its CEO

The debate: Do Trump's tariffs mean the end of the post-war free trade world?
President Trump has proposed a sweeping set of tariffs. Does this mark the end of the post-war free trade world?

The tariff wars have begun - buckle up
The UK will still be hit even if not directly targeted by Trump's tariff measures.

Watch: How Trump's tariffs may impact India
The BBC's Nikhil Inamdar explains how US President Donald Trump's tariffs could impact India.

Watch: Starmer says UK will keep 'cool head' after tariff announcement
The prime minister told the UK's biggest business leaders a trade war with the US is not in the UK's national interest.

Three things to know about Trump's tariffs announcement
The BBC's Michelle Fleury breaks down what the import taxes mean for the US and countries around the world.

Watch: Key moments in Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs announcement
The US president said universal 10% tariffs would go into effect for all countries starting 5 April.







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