Fund managers most optimistic since 2021 despite worries over tech valuations, Bank of America survey shows

Broadcaster enters negotiations over new 10-year charter amid intensifying competition from online rivals

The US president has handed the initiative to Beijing in tech, energy and security

As workers struggle with overcomplicated shared schedules, tech companies say they can help

Figures also show wage growth cooled in three months to October

Tax return to hot chicken

High court rules product should be subject to the 20 per cent tax rate after 13-year case

The experience of the video game industry suggests transparency about AI use won’t be straightforward

Timing for fintech’s planned listing was a key aspect of ructions ahead of TS Anil’s surprise departure

Wael Sawan’s lack of enthusiasm suggests oil major may not move on rival when takeover restrictions end

Rather than use the traditional policy process, foreign governments are dealing with the handful of envoys who appear to have the president’s ear

President hit with blowback for branding affordability issues a ‘hoax’ while flaunting expensive White House renovations

US president claims UK public broadcaster’s 2024 documentary was ‘disparaging, inflammatory and malicious’

Japanese carmaker has invested £450mn in the third-generation model, breathing new life into the UK’s largest car plant

Washington pushes for concessions from London on the broader trade relationship

Announcement spares British exporters from threat of tariff increases

Anuradha Mittal told she is no longer eligible to serve on the ice cream maker’s board

Group scraps plans for flagship all-electric pick-up truck on Trump regulatory changes and tepid demand

Hedge fund manager plans to build $8bn gambling complex next to Mets baseball stadium in Queens

Germany says US to provide security guarantees as Kyiv and Washington admit differences on territorial issues

Partnership between Frontline and Germany’s Quantum Systems aims to boost production and open new markets

UK prime minister finishes 2025 with approval ratings at rock bottom and Labour languishing below 20 per cent in the polls

José Antonio Kast’s victory in presidential election adds to a growing network of Maga ‘equivalents’ in the region

LA police investigating killing of ‘Spinal Tap’ director who was praised for his civil rights work