UK lags behind France and Germany on gender equality, WEF study shows
The World Economic Forum says it will take another 217 years to achieve full gender parity across the world.
Standard Chartered shares drop despite earnings beating expectations
Pre-tax profit after adjustments was $814m (£612.5m) in the third quarter, a 78% improvement on the same period a year earlier.
Ineos takes control of Forties Pipeline System from BP
The 235-mile pipeline system, which delivers almost 40% of the UK's North Sea oil and gas production, has been sold by BP in a $250m (£188m) deal.
Typical UK household £600 worse off due to Brexit vote, NIESR says
Think tank predicts UK GDP to expand by 1.6% this year and 1.7% in 2018, a modest downward revision on the forecasts it made earlier this year.
Maximum stake on fixed-odds betting terminals 'could be slashed to £2'
Government unveils plans to fix the maximum bet on FOBTs between £2 and £50, down from the current £100.
BP sees quarterly profits double on higher oil prices
Oil and gas giant posts underlying replacement cost profit of $1.87bn in the third quarter, compared to a profit of $933m in the same period of 2016.
Gary Neville defends Jose Mourinho from 'unfair' criticism over Manchester United playing style
Mourinho's defensive tactics have come in for criticism from fans and pundits alike in recent weeks.
Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan says he never thought about joining Chelsea
Belgium international Nainggolan, 29, signed a new four-year contract at Roma in July amid interest from Blues boss Antonio Conte.
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has 'no concerns' over Alexis Sanchez ahead of Manchester City showdown
Sanchez, 28, came close to joining City during the summer transfer window, but the move broke down on deadline day.
Jose Mourinho unhappy with Manchester United fans' reaction during win over Tottenham
Anthony Martial's introduction for Marcus Rashford in the 70th minute was booed by some sections of the Old Trafford support.
Philip Hammond urged to abandon budget surplus target
Think tank says chancellor is stuck "between a rock and a hard place" as he prepares to unveil his first budget since the general election.
Liverpool owners pledge to reinvest money from potential Philippe Coutinho sale to Barcelona
Barcelona are expected to make a fresh approach for Coutinho in the January transfer window after failing to sign him in the summer.
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho expresses concern over Marouane Fellaini's contract situation
Fellaini, 29, is in the final 12 months of his Red Devils contract and will be free to speak to other clubs in January.
Oakland Athletics catcher Bruce Maxwell arrested for aggravated assault on woman
Maxwell, 26, was arrested after he allegedly aimed a gun at a female food delivery driver on Saturday evening, 28 October.
Carlo Ancelotti is Chelsea's 'first choice' to succeed Antonio Conte
Ancelotti led Chelsea to a Premier League and FA Cup double in 2010 but was sacked the following year.
Are hotel comparison websites overcharging customers?
Competition and Markets Authority says it is concerned about the clarity, accuracy and presentation of information of hotel search sites.
Royal Bank of Scotland to pay $44m to settle securities fraud charges in US
Charges relate to RBS attempting to increase its profits by misrepresenting prices and commissions in trades of mortgage-backed securities.
RBS profits boosted by cost-cutting and fewer fines
Attributable profit came in at £392m for the third quarter, compared to a loss of £469m in the same period a year ago.
Manchester United named most valuable football team brand
The Red Devils were named the fourth-most valuable team brand across all sports at £564m and were one of only three football clubs in the top 10.
Barclays third-quarter profits fall short of analyst expectations
Profit before tax rises by nearly a third to £1.1bn between July and September, short of estimates for a profit of £1.4bn.
Deutsche Bank to pay $220m to settle Libor rate rigging probe
Settlement paid to 45 US states after investigation finds that Deutsche manipulated inter-bank lending rates.
Ryan Giggs urges Manchester United fans to be patient with Victor Lindelof
Lindelof was at fault for Huddersfield's second goal in United's 2-1 defeat at the John Smith's Stadium.
Jurgen Klopp hoping youth can help rejuvenate Liverpool's season
Joe Gomez set for extended run in centre-back position after Dejan Lovren's disastrous performance against Tottenham.
Lloyds Bank profits jump in third quarter as PPI costs decline
Pre-tax profits for the three months to September rose to £1.95bn from £811m in the same period a year earlier.
Chelsea keen on hiring Napoli coach Maurizio Sarri as Antonio Conte's successor
Sarri has a release clause in his contract with Napoli worth €7.5m (£6.7m), with the Blues reportedly willing to pay him a salary of around €12m per year.
FCA ponders further action against RBS over mistreatment of small business customers
City regulator's review finds instances of inappropriate treatment on the part of RBS in 92% of the cases it examined.
Whitbread profits rise 20% despite slowing sales at Costa coffee chain
Sales at UK's largest coffee chain rose 0.6% year-on-year in the six months to 31 August, down from the 2.3% growth recorded a year earlier.
Gianluca Vialli 'shocked' by reports of dressing room unrest at Chelsea
Some Blues players are reported to be unhappy with manager Antonio Conte's physically demanding training schedule.
Gary Neville 'stunned' by Manchester United's humbling at Huddersfield
Shock defeat raises importance of United's Premier League clash with Tottenham at Old Trafford, former England defender says.
Shinzo Abe's election victory sparks record 15th straight rise in Nikkei
Japan's benchmark share index hits highest level in 21 years after Abe won a decisive election victory on 22 October.
