Federal Reserve may raise US rates ‘fairly soon’
Craig TaylorThe US central bank suggests the strength of the economy may prompt an increase as soon as March. BBC News – Business
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British Gas to launch customer loyalty scheme
British Gas plans to launch a £100m customer loyalty scheme after government pressure on energy suppliers over pricing. BBC News – Business
Kraft Heinz drops Unilever takeover bid
Unilever shares slide as US food giant abandons £115bn bid for Unilever, its Anglo-Dutch rival. BBC News – Business
Vauxhall deal: PM set to meet Peugeot boss
The PM agrees to meet the boss of France’s PSA Group to discuss a planned UK takeover of Vauxhall. BBC News – Business
Marmite owner Unilever sees no merit in Kraft takeover
Unilever, which makes Marmite and PG Tips, snubs a £115bn takeover offer from US food giant Kraft. BBC News – Business
RBS accused of fraud and forgery by customers and ex-employee
RBS customers and a former employee of RBS accuse it of manipulating documents, which the bank denies. BBC News – Business