Goldman Sachs has dethroned JPMorgan as the top UK dealmaker in 2024, leading a surge in M&A and equity capital markets activity. Discover the key deals and market shifts behind this major power shift.
UK retail sales fell 0.1% in November as cautious shoppers held back, with the Black Friday boost weaker than usual. Explore the ONS data and what it means for the economy.
Struggling for a last-minute gift? Spa vouchers are an instant, affordable, and appreciated solution. Discover five fantastic deals from Wowcher, with savings up to 59%, perfect for a festive treat.
The Productivity Commission has abandoned a proposal to let AI firms use copyrighted material for training. The government will wait three years before reviewing copyright rules.
Consumer tech expert Gareth Butterfield unveils his favourite gadgets of 2025, from foldable phones to DIY solar kits. Discover the year's top innovations and where to buy them.
TUI launches new direct flights from Cardiff to Fuerteventura, the 'mini Maldives', offering Welsh travellers easy access to winter sun from tomorrow. Discover the island's lunar beaches and 20°C escapes.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces off against Ryanair's Michael O'Leary in The Guardian's Christmas business quiz. Who will win this festive battle of wits? Read the full story.
The British Retail Consortium warns managing inflation expectations is key for 2026. High consumer forecasts may force the Bank of England to limit rate cuts. Read the analysis.
Kensington and Chelsea Council greenlights 274-home Lots Road South scheme, including 118 affordable homes, amid resident concerns over two decades of building works.
A UK lottery winner's £1.2m jackpot turned into a financial nightmare after a simple mistake. Discover the costly tax bill that followed and the crucial lessons for all winners.
GameCentral readers discuss the contenders for 2025's second-best video game, from Silksong to Hades 2, while grappling with industry issues like Steam's 19,000 releases and Metroid Prime 4's flaws.
The UK's financial watchdog will let banks set their own contactless payment limits from March 2025, scrapping the £100 cap. Find out how this could boost high street spending.
ByteDance agrees to sell TikTok's US business, ending years of political uncertainty. The deal, set for 22 January 2026, transfers control to a US-led consortium. Read the full details.
Panicking about Christmas gifts? Discover 10 brilliant last-minute present ideas, from personalised maps to gourmet treats, perfect for any recipient. Find your perfect solution now!
TikTok has finalised a deal to sell its US operations to American investors Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX, averting a ban. The agreement, delayed for years, sees ByteDance retain a minority stake.
The Guardian has updated its digital terms and conditions. Discover the key changes affecting your use of its website, apps, and services, and what they mean for you.
Police believe retired NASCAR star Greg Biffle and his family are among seven killed in a Cessna jet crash at a North Carolina airport. The investigation is ongoing.
A Cessna business jet crashes at a North Carolina airport, killing multiple people. The aircraft was registered to a company run by former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle. Read the latest details.
A Cessna business jet crashes at a North Carolina airport, killing multiple people. The aircraft was registered to a company run by former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle. Read the latest updates.
An exclusive look at the 2025 spending habits of Guardian readers reveals a move towards travel, culture, and sustainable goods. Discover the data driving consumer change.
Loveholidays' December sale offers huge discounts on winter sun and city breaks with a £19 deposit. Book now with a Best Price Promise and flexible payment plans.
Vodafone executives face parliamentary scrutiny over claims its commercial agreements harmed franchisees' mental health and finances. Read the full investigation.
Meta is testing a new feature where users must pay to share links on Facebook. This could drastically reduce traffic to news sites and reshape online content. Read the full analysis.
Activision confirms Fallout TV show character skins for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's first season. Read the details on this Microsoft-driven crossover and fan reaction.
BP appoints Woodside's Meg O'Neill as CEO, aiming to accelerate a 'leaner, more profitable' strategy. We analyse the puzzling timing and what investors can expect next.
Nissan begins production of the third-generation Leaf at its upgraded Sunderland plant, a £450m bet on the UK's EV future, despite a global retreat from strict electrification targets.
BP names Meg O'Neill as its new CEO, succeeding Murray Auchincloss. The 'hard-nosed' industry veteran faces the challenge of balancing energy transition with shareholder returns. Read the full story.
UK trade unions warn the government against diluting health and safety regulations to boost growth, citing risks to worker safety and a potential race to the bottom. Read the full story.
Global law firms Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft are in advanced merger discussions. The $3.6bn deal would create a transatlantic legal powerhouse. Read the full story.
Google has injected $1bn into its UK data centre subsidiary, signalling a major expansion of its British compute power. This forms part of its wider £5bn UK investment pledge.