Pensioner bonds’ website struggles
New pensioner bonds paying an annual interest rate of up to 4% are now on sale but high demand has led to some website problems. BBC News – Business
New pensioner bonds paying an annual interest rate of up to 4% are now on sale but high demand has led to some website problems. BBC News – Business
The World Bank has cut its global growth forecast, warning the US alone cannot drive an economic recovery. BBC News – Business
The price of Brent crude oil drops more than 3% to below $ 49 a barrel, its lowest level since April 2009. BBC News – Business
Pensioners could run out of cash by the age of 75, as a result of rule changes coming into effect in April, the charity Age UK has warned. BBC News – Business
Ireland’s flagship carrier, Aer Lingus, has rejected a revised offer from British Airways owner IAG. BBC News – Business
Marks and Spencer reports a “difficult” festive trading period for clothing sales, with “unsatisfactory” online sales distribution performance. BBC News – Business