Biz update

Fable and Mythos were abruptly suspended in June over concerns that they could be used by hackers.

Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension

Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older

Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension

Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older

Plea for households to read energy meter as prices rise

Household energy prices have risen by 13% a year as regulator Ofgem's latest price cap kicks in.

Woman's Hour

We discuss the key findings of Baroness Amos' National Maternity Investigation.

Homes harder to sell as high mortgage rates frustrate buyers

Three in five homes listed for sale since January remain on the market, says property portal Zoopla.

India's biggest share sales tell the story of a country glued to its phones

NSE and Jio Platforms embody the sweeping changes in how India has consumed, invested and transacted over the past decade.

We had packed lunches every day for 10 years and retired at 40

The Fire (Financially Independent, Retire Early) movement sees followers save as much as possible.

Hollywood director gets two and a half years in prison for defrauding Netflix

He was accused of using money for a Netflix show on lavish purchases like Rolls Royces and Ferraris.

Money Box

June 27, 2026

Paul Lewis interviews Richard Lloyd, the chair of the Access to Banking Review.

Trump threatens 100% tariff on European nations over tech tax

The US president says "Numerous European countries" have been discussing bringing in such a levy.

Could you handle a 20-plus hour flight? This airline is banking on it

Some analysts say the first non-stop London to Sydney flight is a major milestone - but would you buy a ticket?

Three unusual things about the King's tax bill

King Charles paid £12.9m in tax for 2024-2025 - here's what we know about his unique tax situation.

New ISA and Lifetime ISA changes explained

In this week’s episode, there’s a deep dive into first-time buyer savings, with a special focus on Lifetime ISAs.

How do you escape an overdraft?

How do you escape an overdraft? Finance expert Ioan Bain explains

Who could be the UK's next chancellor?

The prime minister's resignation has fired the starting gun on the race to be in charge of the UK's finances.

Asia stock markets slide as tech shares slump

Trading on South Korea's Kospi index was halted for the third time this week to prevent panic selling.

Power banks and vapes now biggest fire risk on planes

Lithium battery fires are the number one safety risk to aircraft, yet the number of devices found in hold bags has nearly doubled in a year.

Teens who hacked TfL were known to police years before cyber-attack

Owen Flowers and Thalha Jubair were convicted for their roles in the attack, which led to large costs for Transport for London.

I'm back at home again after uni - here's how I'm making it work

Rising costs are forcing more young adults to live with their parents, here's how not to come to blows.

Apple hikes some prices by nearly 20% while Xbox raises console cost

Apple said it had "never seen a component price increase this much, this quickly".

Reeves urges Burnham to 'stick to what I'm doing' on economy

The chancellor throws her support behind the MP for Makerfield despite reports he could demote her if he becomes PM.

Oil price falls back to pre-Iran war levels

Signs that traffic through the key Strait of Hormuz shipping route is gradually resuming has helped to push the oil price down.

Rethink

Could the US dollar lose its number one status?

Ryanair says it will reluctantly not charge parents to sit next to children

The airline had typically charged adults a fee of £8 each way to sit with their young children.

Ferrari marketing boss quits just weeks after EV launch backlash

The design of the luxury carmaker's first all-electric vehicle, the Luce, was heavily criticised.

How you can save money on your energy bill as debts rise

Experts say support is available as total debt and arrears to suppliers hit a new record.

EasyJet rejects fourth takeover offer

The airline is questioning the "deliverability" of the offer.

Food kit warehouse closure puts 290 jobs at risk

Food company Gousto says it is closing its warehouse in Spalding, Lincolnshire.

IBM hails new 'block of flats' design breakthrough for ultra tiny chips

IBM says it has created the world's first known chip tech below 1 nanometre - but it will be some time before it's ready for production.

Find out which university degrees could earn you most across your lifetime

New data suggests which university degrees have the highest and lowest financial returns over a lifetime.

Price cuts on family summer days out come into force

The government is reducing VAT from 20% to 5% on attractions and kids' meals as schools begin to break-up.

GTA 6 - all you need to know about Rockstar's blockbuster game

Rockstar's sixth game in the franchise is set to be the biggest game release of the year.

I've spent 30 years in recruitment - this is how to get a job

The recruitment agency boss shares his tips on getting noticed in a tougher jobs market.

The heatwave workers 'like cats on a hot tin roof'

Many workers are downing tools early, but there is no legal limit to how hot a workplace can be.

Anthropic accuses Chinese rival Alibaba of illicitly extracting AI capabilities

The firm alleged that Alibaba used fraudulent accounts to access data from its Claude AI model.

The legal fight to get equal pay for Germany's disabled workers

A test case is seeking the minimum wage for 300,000 disabled people who currently get paid less.

Baroness Mone among individuals sued to recover PPE Medpro millions

The Baroness and her husband Doug Barrowman are among individuals being sued in a bid to recover some of the money owed to the government by the business.

Business Daily

June 23, 2026

Luis von Ahn co-founded the #1 language app after selling reCAPTCHA to Google

Tension 'likely' in new government - ex-chief

June 22, 2026

Kristina Moore says she expects to see "some quite considerable clashes" between senior politicians.

Do you know your 'sweat score'? The rise of hydration tech

June 22, 2026

Hydration tracking gadgets are flooding the market but is it too much information?

Is Germany looking again at coal-powered electricity?

June 21, 2026

It had planned to abandon the fuel, but the higher cost of natural gas may make it think again.

Fake romance to missed deliveries: How to protect yourself from three common scams

June 21, 2026

Romance and investment fraud is at record levels but what can you do to prevent being caught out.

Money Box

June 20, 2026

Civil service pensioners face further delays to payments.

Do you want to know the secret to haggling with call centres?

Martin Lewis explains how your TV, phone, breakdown cover, insurance and more could be cheaper!

Do you want to know the secret to haggling with call centres?

Martin Lewis explains how your TV, phone, breakdown cover, insurance and more could be cheaper!

Who had the best World Cup advert?

BBC Sport looks at the numbers behind both Nike and Adidas' World Cup adverts.

Americast

The US economy backs Elon Musk’s vision for AI and sending people into space

Five ways the Iran peace deal could affect you and your money

With fuel and gas prices having fallen in recent days, we look at how the end of hostilities might affect you - in five charts.

'I'd be put off if he asked to split it': Who should pay on a first date?

Some insist on splitting the bill, others say the asker should pay, while many still see a man paying as romantic.

The artificial ice pyramids saving India's mountain villages

Himalayan villages are creating artificial glaciers to guarantee water for their crops in the spring.

Brexit cost 6% of UK economy, Bank of England company data suggests

Analysis showed how much the UK could have grown if it had not exited the EU.

Business Daily

Which jobs could be most resistant to the rise of AI?

'Do not travel' advice for Dubai dropped

Thousands of Brits were left stranded in the Middle East when the US-Iran war broke out in early 2026.

Apple to raise prices as AI boom pushes up chip costs

The firm's outgoing boss Tim Cook did not say when prices would rise or which products would be affected.

Interest rates held as Bank warns of impact of high energy prices

The Bank last cut interest rates in December but upheaval in the Middle East has stalled any further reductions.

Number of job vacancies hits five year-low

Latest figures suggest companies are becoming more cautious about taking on new staff.

Why has Texas set its sights on London?

Texas, which once had an embassy in London, strengthens its ties with the capital by opening a new trade office.

'We had to get out of the way': The backlash over delivery robots

As the delivery vehicles increasing take to US streets, bans and protest groups are springing up.

Warsh to review how Fed works after holding US interest rates at first meeting

The Federal Reserve held rates between 3.5% and 3.75% after Kevin Warsh's first meeting in charge of the central bank.

Driving test wait time target will not be met until autumn next year

The Transport Secretary had been aiming to reduce the backlog to seven weeks by this autumn.

Inflation unexpectedly steady as food price rises slow

Higher petrol prices were offset by slower price rises for meat, dairy and vegetables, according to the ONS.

Japan raids ice cream giants over price-fixing allegations

The investigation on alleged cartel pricing of ice cream comes as Japan faces record summer temperatures.

'It's a unique scenario' - Inside Lidl's first ever pub

The supermarket chain Lidl owns and operates The Middle Ale, a 'world first' for the brand.

Musk's SpaceX overtakes Amazon to become world's fifth most valuable firm

Elon Musk's rocket firm has overtaken the retail and media empire in value after a surge in its share price.

Cadbury chocolate-owner Mondelez defends staying in Russia

Mondelez boss Dirk Van de Put says it was the "right decision" to remain after the war with Ukraine.

Struggling Pizza Hut chain to be sold for $2.7bn

The decision comes after a prolonged period of difficulty for the chain, which has faced increasing competition from a range of rivals.

Thames Water moves step closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal

The environment secretary says the deal does not do enough for consumers or the environment.

Thames Water moves step closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal

The environment secretary says the deal does not do enough for consumers or the environment.

How the Iran war affects your money and bills

The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

How the Iran war affects your money and bills

The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

Why is Thames Water in so much trouble?

Thames Water's lenders have submitted a new rescue plan to save the firm, but how did it end up in this state?

Do online saving methods really work?

Do online saving methods really work?

Japan raises interest rate to highest for 31 years

The Bank of Japan has been raising rates from near-zero since 2024.

What is Helium-3 and could we get it from the moon?

June 15, 2026

Helium-3 is expensive and demand is forecast to soar, so some are planning to mine it on the moon.

How could the US-Iran deal affect oil prices and the cost of food?

June 15, 2026

Experts warn the impact of the war will continue to affect the global economy for months to come.

Why I sold my business to my staff

As more US company owners reach retirement age many are selling up to their employees.

Millions of people can get discounts on their bills - here's how

Lower social tariffs allow many people on benefits to get cheaper deals for water, broadband and phone.

Financial losses from scams hit £1.3bn a year as criminals turn to AI

On average, nearly eight cases of fraud in which money is stolen are reported in the UK every minute.

Is the convertible heading into the sunset?

UK drivers have taken a shine to the SUV but could the fate of the convertible be reversed?

Business Daily

An ambitious project aims to build a business hub to rival Singapore or Hong Kong

Elon Musk's stratospheric rise to trillionaire status - in charts

The BBC breaks down how the tech mogul's fortune has grown.

Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX soars in stock market debut

Musk is now worth $1.11tn according to the Bloomberg rich list, while SpaceX listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange with a value of $2.2tn.

Have you been mis-sold car finance?

Martin Lewis has advice for those who have or who are planning to put in a car finance mis-selling claim.

'I was employee number one at SpaceX'

The BBC's Michelle Fleury spoke to Tom Mueller, who was one of the company's founders alongside Elon Musk in 2002.

Watch: Three things to know about SpaceX's stock market debut

The BBC's Samira Hussain explains everything you need to know about SpaceX's historic IPO.

'I was employee number one': SpaceX co-founder reacts to firm's market debut

The BBC's Michelle Fleury spoke to Tom Mueller, who was one of the company's founders alongside Elon Musk in 2002.

Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever

From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.

India's 'blue gold' starts a new drinks industry

Agave plants grow wild in India and new distillers are using them to create a spirits industry.

My friends always want to split the bill equally, how do I say no?

It is never easy to speak up when a fellow diner says "let's just divide it!"

Ryanair investigated over charging parents to sit with children

The UK's competition regulator is investigating the airline over charges it imposes on parents to sit next to their child.

Trump says 'I love the inflation' as US prices rise at fastest rate in three years

The US president later said he had meant that he actually loved that inflation was not higher.

Korea fines e-commerce giant $400m over data breach affecting millions

The record fine comes after around 37.5 million users had their private data exposed.

Social media on trial: Four important cases to watch

Social media firms face thousands of lawsuits, the BBC looks at four which could be significant.

The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash

The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.

Mike Ashley's Frasers offers £1.73bn to buy all of Hugo Boss

The retail group already owns just over a quarter of the German fashion brand but wants to buy the rest of it.

New candy stores are popping up across NYC. Why?

While US consumer confidence is at an historic low the Big Apple's sweet shops are expanding.

I'd have vetoed foreign sale of UK tech giant, says Business Secretary

Peter Kyle's comments come as the government sets out how it would back British technology companies.

SpaceX IPO: Preparing for the biggest liftoff yet?

It’s not just about rockets: what SpaceX does and why its IPO matters

World Cup expected to be the biggest betting event in history

The expansion of the number of games being played is set to drive a surge in the amount of bets placed on this year's World Cup.

UK pint prices up 36% since last World Cup – here's why

UK pint prices are up 36% since the last World Cup. We look at why beer now costs so much more.

Illegal mini-marts to shut for up to 12 months under law change prompted by BBC

Under current rules, shops breaking the law can only be closed for up to six months in England and Wales.

Bill debt soars but many don't know help is available

The majority of billpayers are unaware of special tariffs for water and broadband, the spending watchdog says.

Beauty Pie LED mask ad banned over misleading anti-wrinkle claim

The mask is not "clinically proven to reduce wrinkles in four weeks", the advertising watchdog finds.

How to enjoy the World Cup - and keep your boss on side

Football fans and bosses share their strategies to balance late night kick offs with work the next day.

Kalshi to make some users reveal job details to tackle insider trading

After issues with insider trading, the prediction betting platform is adding new rules.

World's largest chipmaker does not rule out price rises as costs increase

In a rare interview, a senior executive at TSMC discusses the AI boom, the geopolitics of chips and what it means for the price of electronics.

Version of AI tool 'too powerful for public' released to public

Claude Fable 5 is a version of Anthropic's Claude Mythos, an AI program which caused a stir among technology, finance, and government leaders.

AI giants' race to raise funds heats up as ChatGPT-owner plans stock market debut

The company behind ChatGPT files its plans one week after Anthropic did the same.

US adds BYD to list of firms with alleged Chinese military ties

The Pentagon list warns US firms of risks linked to working with flagged Chinese companies.

Could humanoid robots be heading for the battlefield?

Armed forces are experimenting with humanoid robots, but battlefield deployment is some way off.

Driving test booking rules tightened after thousands of no shows

Learner drivers can only swap their test to the three centres nearest to their original booking.

Jailed crypto founder Sam Bankman-Fried seeks Trump pardon

The former leader of crypto platform FTX, currently serving a 25-year sentence, on Monday officially applied to be pardoned.

Widow 'distressed' by firm's nine-month delay to husband's pension

BBC Scotland has heard testimony from people affected by delays in pensions managed by outsourcing firm Capita.

Spain's visitor numbers hit new highs as tourists avoid Middle East

June 07, 2026

The European country had 9.1 million international visitors in April, the most ever for that month.

How the High Street became a window on our political instability

June 07, 2026

High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?

Cake sheds are making bakers £1,000 a week - but the dream might be over

June 06, 2026

They may have captured the public's imagination, but are councils coming for the cute cake cupboards?

I was applying for hundreds of jobs - this tip helped me get one

June 06, 2026

Four people who weren't hearing back from job applications shared what they did differently to secure their first role.

Consumer Fight Back

June 06, 2026

A new report says that 3 in 4 people are not saving enough for a moderate retirement.

Free Thinking

Can the accumulation of wealth be ethical and what can we learn from Adam Smith's enquiry?

Is there an AI stock market bubble, and is it ready to burst?

Despite the Iran war, inflation and debt fears, US markets keep hitting record highs, fueled largely by AI. BBC's Samira Hussain looks into whether that bubble will burst.

Who can buy shares in Elon Musk's SpaceX?

From next week individual investors can take a stake in Musk's rockets-to-AI company.

We need to stop AI developing without humans, says Anthropic co-founder

Jack Clark tells BBC's Newsnight AI could get to the point where it develops without human input.

British Heart Foundation plans to close 150 charity shops

The charity says it is facing "an exceptionally challenging trading environment".

The ancient trick making food waste useful and tasty

Instead of throwing away byproducts of food processing, fermentation is making them valuable.

Hinge boss on her green and red flags in life

Jackie Jantos, CEO of Hinge, shares her daily habits and tips for success in dating and in life.

SpaceX says it's worth $1.75tn as it targets largest stock market debut

Elon Musk’s space exploration company set a target share price for buyers earlier than expected.

Witness History

How mass student demonstrations in May 1989 led to bloodshed in Beijing

'Library of Things' aims to help people save money

Volunteers in Leamington have launched a new type of library where you can borrow household items.

'I lost thousands in savings and my partner's money is in limbo'

The number of people withdrawing money from a LISA is outpacing the number using one to buy a home. Why?

Why is government spending £1.3bn on Universal UK?

The government is committing many millions of pounds to the new theme park planned for Bedfordshire.

Costly fuel pushes more Indians to buy electric cars but challenges remain

High fuel prices are strengthening the case for EV adoption in the world's third largest auto market.

'By the grace of God': Miners dig on as lab-grown diamonds change market

The rising popularity of lab-grown diamonds heaps pressure on those hunting for the natural gems.

US announces new tariffs over forced labour concerns

It comes after the US Supreme Court struck down many of US President Donald Trump's previous duties in February.

Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland back after online banking outage

"We're aware some customers are having issues with our app and online banking. We're really sorry about this," Lloyds Bank posted on X.

'Without free meal, it's a cup of soup for dinner'

Community cafe in Boston says numbers rose from about 60 to more than 90 at the start of the year.

Three-quarters of workers not on track for 'moderate' pension income, report suggests

A newly-published report suggests a moderate lifestyle in retirement costs £32,700 for one person and £45,400 for two.

The 18 creatures in the running to be on the new banknotes

The Bank of England is asking the public which animals should appear on future banknotes.

Microsoft testing wearable AI gadget aimed at office workers

The company said its own workers are testing a "wearable access badge" and a desktop device.

Water firm fined £1.8m over parasite outbreak

Four people were hospitalised and there were more than 140 cases of sickness and diarrhoea in Devon.

King told me Post Office scandal was 'dreadful', says oldest victim

Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.

Third of people say uni degree not worth it, as student loan inquiry begins

MPs will hear the concerns of graduates about the size of their student debts, and the interest rates.

Instagram AI chatbot tricked by hackers to give access to others' accounts

Some reports have linked the incident to recent cases of high-profile Instagram accounts being hijacked.

Post Office scandal victim dedicates OBE to 'sub-postmasters we have lost'

The 92-year-old said she dedicate the OBE to 'all sub-postmasters we have lost'.

AI giant Anthropic plans to sell shares in US as valuation nears $1tn

The AI company behind Claude is set to offer the public the chance to buy and sell shares in the firm later this year.

How 'confused' AI rollout hurts firms and baffles staff

Some firms are putting pressure on staff to use AI, but have not thought through their AI rollout.

How 'confused' AI rollout hurts firms and baffles staff

Some firms are putting pressure on staff to use AI, but have not thought through their AI rollout.

OpenAI let ChatGPT aid and abet mass shooters, Florida lawsuit claims

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier alleges OpenAI and boss Sam Altman built a 'web of deceit'

UK banks blocked from cyber AI tool Mythos get offer from rival OpenAI

Nine banks have been offered access to GPT 5.5 Cyber, as fierce rival Anthropic has blocked previews of its tool.

Wise under investigation over money laundering control concerns

Wise says it is working with the Brussels prosecutor's office but that "no specific findings have been shared with us to date".

Abusive passengers could be banned from all airlines under new proposal

The scheme would allow airlines to share information on disruptive passengers and potentially restrict their access to flights.

What's happening to UK petrol and diesel prices?