HSBC suspends banker over 'nut job' climate comments, say reports
The banking giant has reportedly suspended its responsible investing leader Stuart Kirk.
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Governments should subsidise food and energy, says IMF boss
Managing director Kristalina Georgieva says state subsidies can help with the cost of living.
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Palm oil firms depriving tribes of millions of dollars
Companies supplying major manufacturers fail to meet promises to share land, joint BBC investigation finds.
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Pay gap between bosses and staff expected to widen
The High Pay Centre says pay gaps were the greatest in the retail sector in the early months of 2022.
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E.On UK boss warns 40% of customers face fuel poverty
Chief executive Michael Lewis calls for government intervention to help struggling households.
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Russia halts gas supplies to Finland
Finland has refused to pay for gas in roubles but also angered Moscow by applying to join Nato.
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Canada to ban China's Huawei and ZTE from its 5G networks
The UK, US, Australia and New Zealand have also barred the Chinese telecoms equipment makers.
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Sri Lanka defaults on debt for first time in its history
The governor of the country's central bank and two major credit rating agencies said it has defaulted.
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Cyber security: Global food supply chain at risk from malicious hackers
The growth of "smart" farm machinery is increasing the risk of hacking of food and farming systems.
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Twitter steps up Ukraine misinformation fight
The social media platform says it will put false claims from official accounts behind warning notices.
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Australia election 2022: Cost of living worries voters
If interest rates keep rising 300,000 Australians may default on mortgage repayments.
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Russian McDonald's buyer to rebrand restaurants
The fast food giant says the new owner of its 850 Russian restaurants will operate them under a new brand.
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Leaky Gucci and Adidas 'sun umbrella' sparks China outcry
Chinese social media users say they are shocked the £1,329 item will not stop rain.
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Ukraine invasion could cause global food crisis, UN warns
UN chief Antonio Guterres warns that developing countries face disaster due to rising prices.
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Ratan Tata: Tycoon's ride in India's cheapest car wins internet
When Ratan Tata recently rode in the Nano, he revived the frenzy over India's "most affordable car".
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Royal Mail warns it will put prices up again
The company says it has to act to cover higher costs, including wages, energy and fuel expenses.
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Global stock markets fall as growth fears rattle investors
UK shares slide after more signs of waning consumer confidence trigger steep falls in US markets.
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Martin Shkreli 'Pharma bro' released early from prison
Mr Shkreli was convicted in 2017 of defrauding investors.
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India seeks to win public trust in crisis-hit Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's giant neighbour is emerging as one of its biggest providers of aid, after years of mistrust.
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McDonald's and Wendy's sued for burger ads that mislead on size
A lawsuit accuses the firms of advertising burgers that look bigger than they actually are.
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Rishi Sunak warns of tough few months as inflation soars
The chancellor says it won't be easy to tackle cost of living crisis as inflation hits 40-year high.
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Cost of living: Calls to bring benefit and pension rises forward
Big increases are due next April but charities say soaring prices mean people need the money now.
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Netflix cuts 150 US-based jobs after losing subscribers
The US streaming giant is forced to lay off staff to minimise cost of viewers quitting the service.
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Germany beer bottle shortage: Industry warns of 'tense' situation
Rising energy costs and a shortage of lorry drivers could lead to a beer bottle shortage this summer.
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China Eastern plane crash likely intentional, US reports say
Flight data reportedly indicates someone in the cockpit made the China Eastern Airlines jet crash.
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Californian court declares law requiring women on boards unconstitutional
The court said the law, which forced boards to have up to three women directors, was discriminatory.
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Global firms are boosting baby formula supplies in the US
Nestle is flying in additional shipments from Europe as the US faces a shortage.
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Social platforms' Buffalo shooting response called inadequate
Campaigners accuse technology companies of failing to block and remove content posted by the attacker.
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Elon Musk warns Twitter deal stuck without fake account proof
The deal to buy Twitter can't "move forward" without proof of spam account numbers, Mr Musk says.
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The radio station giving indigenous people a voice
A new station in Panama allows marginalised groups to speak out about their lives and communities.
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Why your haircut is getting more expensive
Chain Trevor Sorbie says they are now spending thousands more each month.
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How Gen Z is hooked on cryptocurrency and NFTs
A growing number of young people are getting into crypto trading - despite the risks.
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Will swapping out electric car batteries catch on?
One Chinese carmaker has plans for thousands of stations in Europe where you can switch batteries.
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The new jet set - why private plane usage has soared
The pandemic led to more people using private jets, but is the increase set to continue?
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Why the volatile price of aluminium matters
From door frames to aircraft and food packaging - how soaring prices will impact the world economy.
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Why India's poorest children are falling further behind
Lack of access to smartphones and computers is widening the education gulf in India.
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Peloton warns 'turnarounds are hard' as losses rise
Demand for Peloton's bikes and treadmills has sunk as pre-pandemic exercise habits return.
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Is it fair for fantasy football managers to rely on AI?
Some managers think artificial intelligence helps remove their bias but others think it's cheating.
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How fast food giants like McDonald's found their Indian soul
What is it about the Indian market that impels even the biggest food chains to adjust to local needs?
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'I nearly drowned on holiday, but it inspired my business'
Dhruvin Patel talks about becoming an entrepreneur after surviving a terrifying accident.
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The perfect storm increasing the cost of a crucial metal
Nickel is essential for batteries and stainless steel but suppliers are struggling to meet demand.
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Why Europe will have to face the true cost of being in debt to China
The Beijing investment offers that need to be weighed up by European countries.
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'An hour a day built my million-pound side hustle'
Joel Remy-Parkes of kids tableware company Bamboo Bamboo shares his business advice for CEO Secrets.
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Why I didn't use my real name at work
Should you change your name to fit in at work? We look at why some people have anglicised their names.
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This plug socket tells you if your energy is green
A power socket that helps you save electricity and tells you if it's from renewable sources.
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The Apprentice winner Harpreet Kaur: Sometimes I don't realise how direct I am
Harpreet Kaur also tells BBC Breakfast that her sister is "definitely staying within the business".
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E-waste: Royal Mint wants to turn your old phone into gold
The Royal Mint has found a way to turn old circuit boards from phones, computers and televisions into gold.
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