Christmas adverts – do they really work?
Craig TaylorBig budget ads are already gracing our screens but do they actually benefit the big brands behind them? BBC News – Business
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Germany narrowly avoids recession despite trade war hit
The country narrowly avoids recession as it struggles with trade conflicts around the world. BBC News – Business
England flooding: Why insurance may not cover damage
Schemes are in place to protect most householders, but businesses may face extra costs. BBC News – Business
Jingye to invest £1bn and save ‘thousands of British Steel jobs’
The Chinese company says it will invest £1.2bn in British Steel following rescue agreement. BBC News – Business
Saudi Aramco unveils next stage of blockbuster flotation
Saudi Arabia oil giant says 0.5% of shares will be offered to retail savers – but there are risks. BBC News – Business
EU should drop oil, gas and coal funding, say ministers
EU finance ministers call upon the European Investment Bank (EIB) to cut fossil fuel funding. BBC News – Business