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Northern Rock sees reduced losses

Northern Rock says that it made "good progress" in 2009, after reporting a sharp fall in its annual losses.

Banking fraud 'moves to internet'

Fraudsters are continuing their switch from traditional card fraud to raiding online bank accounts, new research shows.

BA strike action talks to resume

Talks aimed averting strike action by BA cabin crew are due to resume later, after a deadline was extended.

China's exports see big increase

China's exports surged 46% in February, figures show, raising hopes of a strong recovery in global trade.

Economic storm not over, says PM

Gordon Brown is expected to say he has guided the economy through a "storm" and is best-placed to secure its recovery.

Insurers 'face $7bn Chile bill'

The earthquake in Chile may cost the global insurance industry as much as $7bn (£4.7bn), Swiss Re estimates.

Payment protection rules delayed

The Financial Services Authority is delaying its plans to combat the mis-selling of payment protection insurance.

Trade gap widens unexpectedly

The UK goods trade deficit with the rest of the world widens in January, causing the pound to dip below $1.50.

Aer Lingus to make 670 job cuts

Aer Lingus announces plans to lay off 670 staff, including nearly a quarter of its cabin crew, as part of restructuring plans.

Photographer Annie Leibovitz snaps up debt rescue deal

Photographer Annie Leibovitz does a deal with Colony Capital to clear huge debts that meant she may have lost her library of famous pictures.