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Novo Nordisk, the maker of weight-loss drug Wegovy has become Europe’s most valuable firm, dethroning the French luxury conglomerate LVMH.

People with disabilities could be given “more support” to work from home, under plans announced by the government.

The new car market has entered a second year of growth after a strong rise in sales last month but retail demand has softened.

The Port of Dover wants to build out into the sea to avoid delays when the EU’s planned biometric border controls system starts.

Discount chain B&M has agreed to buy dozens of shops from the collapsed retailer Wilko, as talks over a bigger rescue deal hang in the balance.

Jeremy Hunt will set out his Autumn Statement on November 22, the Chancellor has told MPs.

Royal Mail is hoping to end Saturday letter deliveries after the postal regulator called for evidence on how its services might change as the popularity of paper post continues to fall.

Today, leaders from the travel, retail and hospitality sectors have written to the Chancellor urging him to immediately restore VAT-free shopping for international tourists.

The government is in advanced talks with the country’s largest steel producer, Tata Steel, over a £500m package to secure its long-term future in the UK, according to reports.

Retailers have long demanded changes to the business rates system, which many regard as an unfair tax, out of step with modern shopping, but rarely has the clamour been as loud as it is today.

Foreign multinationals paid £70 million in additional tax in Britain last year amid a crackdown on international companies diverting profits to lower-tax jurisdictions.

In recent times, UK businesses have exhibited the highest level of confidence since before the Russian invasion of Ukraine, according to a new survey.

The Canadian tycoon behind HMV was last night finalising a deal to buy the majority of Wilko, the collapsed British homewares retailer.