Business

Demand at baby bank ‘has never been higher’
The founder says rising childcare costs mean many of those they help are in work but struggling.

As more US business owners retire many are selling up to their staff
Some six million bosses of American firms will be entering retirement between now and 2035.

Millions of people can get discounts on their bills – here’s how
Lower social tariffs allow many people on benefits to get cheaper deals for water, broadband and phone.

Surge in scams as fraudsters use AI to target people
On average, nearly eight cases of fraud in which money is stolen are reported in the UK every minute.

Is the convertible heading into the sunset?
UK drivers have taken a shine to the SUV but could the fate of the convertible be reversed?

Man who built Guernsey finance charity retires
Peter Neville stands down as head of the charity supporting people ineligible for mainstream banking.

Fund boosts support for financial struggles
The £300k fund will expand support for residents struggling with financial pressures in Devon.

David James backs affordable football kit charities
The former England goalie does not want costly kit to be a bar to anyone hoping to play football.

Elon Musk becomes world’s first trillionaire as SpaceX soars in stock market debut
Musk is now worth $1.11tn according to the Bloomberg rich list, while SpaceX listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange with a value of $2.2tn.