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Economy Energy could have its licence revoked if it fails to improve its customer service.

US employers add 312,000 jobs in December, far more than expected.

Hundreds of jobs are lost with the firm’s collapse after Monarch Airlines itself failed in 2017.

The latest survey from the Nationwide says property values grew by just 0.5% last year.

The transport secretary expects no disruption at Dover under any circumstances. What if he is being over-optimistic?

The BBC’s Aaron Heslehurst explains how the X-ray became a million dollar idea.

Data – how it is created, stored, analysed and applied – will be a key theme in 2019, experts think.

BBC News asked shoppers in Nottingham if they spent more or less in the run-up to Christmas 2018.

The tech firm blames China for troubles but analysts say the sales warning highlights existing woes.

A company is offering an alternative – and slightly controversial – form of stress and anger management.

BBC World Service economics correspondent Andrew Walker looks at what 2019 has in store for the global economy.

Brexit uncertainty makes it tough to predict UK house prices in 2019 – but we asked some experts to have a go.

New Year’s resolutions are often about how we spend our money and our time at work. Here’s some advice on how to keep them for the rest of the year.

A California father set up a company where his sons could work – and now employs more than 150 people.

Retailers endured a tough 2018 but technology like artificial intelligence could secure the future.

From global superstars to lower league footballers, sportspeople are spending money and time to back causes close to their hearts.

Kylie Jenner, imploding retail sales and an endless summer – the most-read business stories of 2018.

Which government schemes do people use most when trying to get on the housing ladder?

The way trainers are made and sold is allowing newcomers to break into the market.

The UK High Street has seen chains collapse and tough trading conditions in 2018.

Alan Barratt, CEO of Grenade, advises entrepreneurs to “always follow your gut”.

Examining the truth in the line the EU needs our customer more than we need theirs.

The idea of a four day week is being backed in various quarters but what are the pros and cons?

Can a bodysuit help customers take accurate measurements and buy custom-fit clothes online?

Home ownership rates for the young rise after 30 years, but buying remains a far-off dream for many.

The Dow Jones and the Nasdaq recorded the biggest falls since 2008, led by tech giants.

It’s been a tough year for fashion retailers on the High Street, but online it’s been quite a different story.

It’s been a tough year for fashion retailers on the High Street, but online it’s been quite a different story.

Top influencers on the High Street crisis and how retailers can turn things round.

Retailers banking on last-minute Christmas shoppers to boost December sales may end up disappointed.