Germany bank Helaba says it expects to pull out of European Union's bank stress tests this week to avoid failing it.

An online entrepreneur says that poor spelling is costing the UK millions of pounds in lost revenue for internet businesses.

New Zealand's economic growth accelerates in the first three months of the year despite its devastating earthquake.

MPs are to meet later to decide whether to summon News International chief Rebekah Brooks to appear before them over the phone-hacking scandal.

The Italian senate is set to vote on a stringent austerity budget, aimed at reducing the country's deficit and avoiding a bail-out.

Profits at KFC owner Yum Brands rise 10% thanks to another big increase in sales at its Chinese outlets.

Singapore's economic growth stalled in the second quarter as manufacturing activity in the country plunges.

Retailer Sports Direct reports sales up 10% and underlying profits up a third, as it pulls away from loss-making rival JJB.