The Japanese computer chip maker Elpida Memory is delisted from the Tokyo Stock Exchange after filing for bankruptcy.

Hon Hai Group, the owner of the manufacturer Foxconn, is to invest 133bn yen ($1.6bn; £1bn) in Japanese electronics maker Sharp.

Conciliation service Acas invites trade unions and oil companies to talks in an attempt to avert a tanker drivers' strike that could disrupt supplies.

Hong Kong's government wins an appeal against a ruling that could have allowed foreign domestic helpers to apply for residency in the city.

US technology firm Apple offers to refund Australian customers who felt misled about the 4G capabilities of the new iPad.

The Indian government says it will review a new tax on unbranded gold jewellery after 11 days of protests by shop owners.

Tour operator Thomas Cook reveals summer bookings are still below last year's levels, although they are improving.

The insurance market Lloyd's of London announces a loss for 2011, saying it was its worst year for catastrophe claims.