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Can Andy Burnham solve Britain

Determining the most efficient way for Britain to look after its elderly population has proved a perennial political and financial problem.

PensionBee looks profitable – should you buy in?

PensionBee has carved out a profitable niche for itself by consolidating retirement pots. Its growth trajectory will reach an inflexion point ne…

Three European stocks for a turbulent world

Three European stocks for your portfolio, picked by Harry Halewood, product specialist for the Making Europe Great Again UCITS ETF

'Burnham must act quickly to save London from decline'

If the PM prioritises the North over London he will be making a big mistake, says Matthew Lynn – signs of economic decline are already accelerat…

Who pays for emerging art and the artists who make it?

Sarah Ryan explains the challenges of running a gallery showcasing emerging art, and why she is setting up a foundation

Forget holiday car hire – holiday taxis are a much better idea

The cost of holiday car hire has gone through the roof. And the experience can put a damper on your trip. Using taxis is an easier – and cheaper…

Nigel Rudd: Sir Sell-out’s latest offer may be his last

An industry joke has it that Nigel Rudd’s businesses are always a buy because he’ll soon be selling up. His latest deal is likely to be his swan…

Big oil is under pressure to cut production – what does that mean for investors?

Big oil majors including Royal Dutch Shell and Chevron are under pressure from institutional shareholders to reduce emissions. John Stepek looks…

The great global semiconductor squeeze

The rise of electric cars and booming sales of games consoles, televisions and home computers is driving a global shortage of semiconductors.

Nick Leeson: the man who broke Barings Bank

"Rogue trader" Nick Leeson’s losses cost his employer, Barings Bank, an estimated £860m, plunging it into bankruptcy.

Professionalise your home office

This kit will make help make life easier when you’re working from home, says Nicole Garcia Merida

Emerging Europe comes of age

Central Europe is enjoying an EU-backed boom as manufacturers open facilities in countries such as Slovakia and Hungary.

5 February 1963: Europe toughens its tariff laws

On this day in 1963, the Netherlands lost a landmark dispute in the European Court of Justice, establishing the doctrine of

28 January 1958: the Lego brick is patented

Godtfred Kirk Christiansen, the son of the Danish founder of Lego, patents the famous eight-stud Lego brick, on this day in 1958.