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Empty shop numbers 'set to rise' The number of empty shops on the UK's high streets is set to increase this year, a survey says, as economic conditions get tougher.
Greece says lender talks 'tough' Greece holds further talks with its international lenders, as the debate on more austerity measures continues.
Fewer deaths 'may hit pensions' The mortality rate in England and Wales improved in 2011, which could have a knock-on effect on pensions, actuaries say.
Gas price rises as freeze bites The price of gas in the UK hits its highest level for five years as below-freezing temperatures lead to a surge in demand across Europe.
Clydesdale Bank owner could sell The Australian owner of the Clydesdale Bank and Yorkshire Bank is looking for options to sell or radically reform the businesses.
China drives growth for KFC owner The owner of restaurant brands KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell reports another set of strong figures, helped by growth in China.
Macquarie falls on profit warning Macquarie Group, the largest investment bank in Australia, says it expects full year profits to drop 25% as a weak market hurts its business.
Citi to launch China credit cards The Chinese unit of Citigroup wins approval to launch credit cards in China, the first non-Asian bank to do so.
Network Rail boss forgoes bonus Network Rail bosses, including chief executive Sir David Higgins, say they will not accept bonuses this year amid growing political pressure.
Borrowers 'shunning credit cards' Demand for credit cards is "feeling the strain" as UK borrowers turn to other forms of finance, a report suggests.
P45 tax form is given a reprieve The P45 has been given a reprieve by the UK tax authority after employers said they did not want to see it go.
Tesco Bank delays account launch Tesco Bank is not expected to launch its current account until next year in order to take advantage of new rules.
Brazil sells control of airports The Brazilian government privatises operations at three airports as part of moves to upgrade transport links ahead of the World Cup.
Scots 'locked out' on procurement Scottish firms are being "locked out" of public procurement contracts worth hundreds of millions of pounds, a think-tank claims.
Final bids for retailer Peacocks Six serious bidders remain in contention to take over the Cardiff-based clothing retail firm Peacocks, struggling with £750m debts, BBC Wales understands.
Ofcom wants Openreach price cut Telecoms regulator Ofcom tells BT Group to cut the wholesale prices it charges for use of its lines
Annuity sales 'unfair and opaque' The way annuities are sold is costing half a million retirees each year as much as £1bn in future pension income, the National Association of Pension Funds says.
1.1 million face £100 tax fines Just over one million taxpayers face a penalty of £100 for failing to submit their self-assessment tax returns on time, HM Revenue and Customs says.
Euro crisis 'could damage China' A eurozone recession could almost halve Chinese growth this year, according to a report by the International Monetary Fund.
