Economic News
Week ahead: UK data, US-China trade deal in focus
The flow of economic data will pick up considerably in all jurisdictions over the coming week, although the signing of the phase-one trade deal between China and the US may steal the spotlight.
US non-farm payrolls rise by lower than expected 145,000 in December
America's economy generated fewer jobs than expected as hiring in both manufacturing and services cooled, alongside only modest wage growth.
Elizabeth line to open in summer 2021, Crossrail chief says
The latest official assessment of progress of the Crossrail project in London was released on Friday, suggesting the new central London service would now be delayed until the summer of 2021.
US House of Representatives votes to limit Trump's war powers
The US House of Representatives approved a resolution to limit Donald Trump’s power to decide on taking military action in Iran.
Government pledges £71m to former SSI steelworks site in Redcar
The UK government has pledged £71. 0m in funding for the former SSI steelworks site in Redcar as Boris Johnson seeks to cement his support in the former Labour strongholds he took over in the last general election.
Lidl records fastest Christmas sales growth in grocery sector
Lidl turned in the grocery sector's highest sales growth rate across the Christmas period on Friday thanks to strong performances by its wine and cheese selections.
Internal Boeing messages show employees deriding 737 Max 'designed by clowns'
Internal messages between Boeing employees from 2017 released on Thursday revealed comments that have raised serious concerns about the manufacturer's already controversial 737 Max aircraft.