Extra Equitable pension payouts

Some 400,000 existing policyholders with the Equitable Life are to get an increase to their future pensions, the society says.

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Tax deal lifts AstraZeneca profit

AstraZeneca announces a deal between US and UK tax authorities that will help increase its earnings this year.

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China inflation at 34-month high

Inflation in China's rapidly growing economy hits a 34-month high as consumer prices continue to surge.

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Increase in Indian inflation rate

India's inflation rate rose by more than expected in May, raising expectations of a further interest rate rise.

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Oil demand boosts Glencore profit

Commodities trading giant Glencore reports a sharp rise in profits and revenue thanks to strong demand for grain and oil in particular.

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Earthquake to knock Honda profits

Honda becomes the second Japanese carmaker in a week to warn of lower profits due to reduced production resulting from March's earthquake.

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Sainsbury's sales growth 'solid'

Sainsbury's reports "solid" sales growth for the past three months in what it calls a "tough consumer environment".

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Zara-owner Inditex's profits rise

The world's largest clothes retailer, Inditex, reports rising sales and profits as its global expansion continues.

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Construction sees slower growth

Growth in the UK's construction industry eased in June, thanks to a slower expansion of new orders, a survey shows.

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Tiger fights Australia grounding

Tiger Airways will hold crisis talks with Australian regulators to try and counter safety claims and resume domestic operations.

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