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News: BBC News: Economy
Bank warns of inflation danger from firms raising prices
The Bank of England boss urges firms to avoid price rises that fuel inflation and hurt the least well off.
UK interest rates: What the rise means for you
The Bank of England has raised the rate from 4% to 4.25%, creating higher mortgage costs.
Interest rate rise: Bank of England more hopeful on UK economy
Andrew Bailey's comments come as the Bank raises interest rates to 4.25% to try to combat inflation.
US raises interest rates despite banking turmoil
The Federal Reserve moves borrowing costs higher as it focuses on efforts to stabilise prices.
Wales freeports for Milford Haven-Port Talbot, Anglesey
The two new areas will have tax and duty relief and simplified customs, with hopes for 20,000 jobs.
Veg shortages drive surprise jump in UK inflation
The cost of living rose more than expected in February driven by sharp hikes in food prices.
UK government borrowing hits record February level
The government borrowed its highest amount of any February to fund support for energy bills.
Sri Lanka: $3bn IMF bailout for struggling economy
The deal is a lifeline for the country which is facing its worst economic crisis in over 70 years.
Investor fears appear to ease as UK and US share prices rise
Investors appear largely reassured after Credit Suisse rescue, but First Republic shares plunge.
Banks: Is this a banking crisis - how worried should I be?
Credit Suisse has been taken over by rival UBS and shares have tumbled, but your money is safe, say regulators.
Central banks take swift action to keep cash flowing amid investor fears
Six central banks move to keep credit flowing worldwide after two big institutions collapsed.
People face biggest fall in spending power for 70 years
The gloomy forecast came as Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered his Budget in the Commons.
'I may still have to move back in with my parents'
Young people tell the BBC what they think of the help announced in the Spring Budget.
Argentina inflation soars past 100% mark
Inflation hits triple digits for the first time since the period of hyperinflation in the early 1990s.
UK job vacancies fall for eighth time in a row
The number of jobs on offer drops as the chancellor prepares to set out plans to get people back to work.
Moody's warns of more pain for US banks as downgrades sector
The ratings giant warns of a 'rapid deterioration in the operating environment' for US banks.
Silicon Valley Bank: Rising interest rates will uncover more ticking bombs
Rapid rate rises were always likely to lead to unintended consequences in the financial system.
Trains: How can it take so long to fix a struggling railway?
One company is promising passengers "generational" change - but said there must be "pain" first.
Why is the UK economy lagging behind the US, Germany and others?
Projections suggest the UK recovering slower than other countries - and the reasons go beyond Brexit.
The race across Europe to build green steel plants
A project is under way in northern Sweden which will drastically cut CO2 emissions in making steel.
Have Biden's economic plans hit the buffers?
In his keynote speech he laid out new or rehashed ideas. But they probably aren't going anywhere.
Why are BP, Shell, and other oil giants making so much money right now?
Oil and gas producers are making billions while bills soar. Should governments tax them more?
Droughts leave cargo riverboats high and dry
Falling river levels are affecting the use of cargo riverboats around the world.
Can Sri Lanka trade its way back to prosperity?
Ben Chu, Newsnight's economic editor, takes a closer look at the country's economic woes.
Does easing US inflation point the way for the world?
It may be good news for the rest of the world if price increases in the US continue to slow.
Pints, power and parents: Three ways the Budget could affect you
The BBC's Vishala Sri-Pathma breaks down how the government's spending plans might impact your pocket.
'Customers freaked': Silicon Valley Bank saga in 80 seconds
Has the collapse of two US banks sparked another financial crisis?
Jeremy Hunt on HSBC buying UK arm of collapsed Silicon Valley Bank
The company, which specialised in lending money to tech companies, was shut down by US regulators on Friday.
The Dutch twins shaking up the UK drinks industry
Joyce and Raissa De Haas, who founded Double Dutch drinks, explain the power of twins in business.
We have avoided recession - Jeremy Hunt
The UK has narrowly avoided falling into recession, after the economy saw zero growth between October and December.
Bank chief Andrew Bailey: 'We think inflation will fall rapidly'
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey says lower energy prices should help lower inflation.
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