Market Report
CBI chief to urge government and businesses to tackle 'Brexit logjam'
CBI president Paul Drechsler will use his last major speech in the role to call for an end to Brexit uncertainty to allow for businesses and the government to mend poor productivity and regional inequality.
Price of a UK flat up £75,000 over last five years, says Halifax
Despite their waning popularity, the average price of a flat in the UK has risen by a total of £75,074 over the last five years, according to new research from Halifax.
US and China agree framework to reduce trade tensions
The US administration set aside its threat of tariffs on Chinese goods for the moment, following two days of negotiations with Beijing, after China proposed a "significant increase" in its purchases of US-made goods.
Commodities: Dollar strength weighs on WTI and copper, but wheat jumps back
Losses in the energy space and among base metals was offset by strong gains in agricultural commodities at the end of the week.
Sunday newspaper round-up: Next, carbon emissions, US-China tensions, Shaftesbury, Four Seasons Health Care
The fashion retailer Next is preparing to take a stand against landlords who grant rent cuts and store closures to rivals using a controversial insolvency process. Company voluntary arrangements (CVAs), which allow struggling businesses to walk away from their liabilities, are sweeping through the retail industry as traditional operators reel from a downturn in consumer spending and the ongoing shift to online shopping. - The Sunday Times.