Economic News
FCC votes to end net neutrality in US
The Federal Communications Commission has voted to revoke net neutrality legislation introduced by Barack Obama in order to limit the power of large telecoms firms.
70% chance of Trump attacking North Korea if it continues its military tests
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham puts the odds of the Trump administration ordering an attack on North Korea if it performs another nuclear test at 70%.
US industrial production rises slightly less than expected in November
Industrial production in the States rose slightly less quickly than expected last month, despite higher output of business equipment and materials.
Brexit: EU leaders agree to move to second phase of talks
European Union leaders have agreed to start the next phase of Brexit negotiations on Friday, having given Prime Minister Theresa May's overnight speech a warm reception.
Empire State index dips in December, as expected
A widely-followed gauge of factory sector conditions in the jurisdiction of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York dipped in December, just as expected by economists.
Scottish alcohol prices could soar 90% with new minimum unit price
The Scottish government is set to implement a minimum 50p unit price for alcohol on 1 May 2018, which will have the greatest effect on beer and cider.