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Faisal Islam: Global disruption looms large over biggest-ever Davos
Expect the World Economic Forum to be both the centre of the world this week, and totally bizarre, writes the BBC’s economics editor. Source link
'The finest in the world': Why the US is buying icebreakers from Finland
The Nordic nation leads the way when it comes to both the design and construction of the vessels. Source link
What tariffs has Trump announced and why?
Trump’s volatile trade policy has thrown the world economy into chaos, and put some US prices up. Source link
Big chains accused of masquerading as independent restaurants on delivery apps
Justina John says independent restaurants are “small fish trying to swim with the sharks”. Source link
'Warm hub has saved me from loneliness'
An 84-year-old Blackpool pensioner says she found herself in fuel poverty when her husband died. Source link
British Gas took 15 months to refund me £1,500. It's absurd
Beth Kojder said it was frustrating it took so long to get her money back, given the ombudsman had ruled in her favour nearly a year ago. Source link
The one measure that can tell us a lot about the state of the UK economy
Consumer confidence levels are rebounding for some in the UK, but older generations look to be immune, writes Faisal Islam. Source link
Cafe offers free breakfasts for vulnerable people
Hummingbird Cafe wants to support people who may not be able to afford a hot meal. Source link
Trump's proposed credit card cap spotlights Americans' debt. Would it help?
President Trump’s proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10% – an idea with bipartisan support – received swift backlash from bank executives. Source link
Trump to unveil home buying plan involving retirement funds
The housing proposal will let Americans use their 401(k)s for down payments, a Trump economic adviser said. Source link