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Business

11-07-08 11:41 BBC News | Business | World Edition

Citigroup sells its German consumer banking business for five billion euros as part of its efforts to return the business to profit.

Business
No agreement for US car bail-out
20-11-08 19:34 BBC News | Business | World Edition

US politicians say there is no agreement on a rescue plan to help the crisis-hit "Big Three" carmakers.

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Russia pushes Ukraine on gas debt
20-11-08 18:05 BBC News | Business | World Edition

Russia demands Ukraine to repay a $2.4bn gas debt, raising fears of a renewed dispute which could disrupt supplies to Europe.

Business
Santander snubs UK shareholders
20-11-08 16:35 BBC News | Business | World Edition

The giant Spanish bank Santander has excluded 1.8 million UK shareholders from taking part in a new share issue.

Business
National Grid profit rises in US
20-11-08 12:20 BBC News | Business | World Edition

UK utility National Grid reports a 4% rise in half-year profit and gave a positive forecast.

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AstraZeneca axes jobs and plants
20-11-08 11:02 BBC News | Business | World Edition

Anglo-Swedish pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca says it will cut 1,400 jobs by 2013 and close three European factories in a cost-cutting effort.

Business
Oil price hovers at $50 a barrel
20-11-08 10:45 BBC News | Business | World Edition

Oil prices are hovering around $50 a barrel amid growing fears over a global recession and lower demand for oil.

Business
Downturn hits newspaper profits
20-11-08 09:43 BBC News | Business | World Edition

The publisher of the Daily Mail reporta a 9% fall in full-year profit, while competitors announce a pay freeze and job cuts.

Business
Peugeot Citroen cuts 2,700 jobs
20-11-08 09:28 BBC News | Business | World Edition

French car company Peugeot Citroen announces plans to shed 2,700 jobs because of falling demand in Europe.

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Rolls-Royce plans 2,000 job cuts
20-11-08 07:41 BBC News | Business | World Edition

Aircraft engine maker Rolls-Royce says it plans to cut up to 2,000 jobs in 2009, including 140 in the UK.

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IMF approves $2.1bn Iceland loan
20-11-08 07:20 BBC News | Business | World Edition

The International Monetary Fund approves a $2.1bn (£1.4bn) loan for Iceland, after its banking system collapsed in October.

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Other news:
11-07-08 12:57
US slowdown dents profits at GE
11-07-08 12:32
Crude oil price hits new US high
11-07-08 10:32
A void in Vatican coffers as the weak dollar hits papal profits
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