China's services sector picks up pace in October, the latest in a series of figures indicating that its economic growth may be rebounding.

Hyundai and Kia Motors shares dip as they say they will compensate US consumers after admitting to overstating fuel efficiency of some vehicles.

Ed Miliband will unveil plans to deliver a "living wage" of at least £7.20 per hour for millions of people, if Labour wins the next election.

Japanese carmaker Toyota raises its annual profit forecast as it continues to recover from the impact of last year's natural disasters.

Ryanair reports a rise in half-year profits thanks to an increase in both passenger numbers and fares.

HSBC bank puts aside a further $800m to cover potential money laundering fines in the US as it announces a fall in quarterly profits.

The number of people looking for work in Spain has risen by 2.7% in October, marking the third month in a row that unemployment levels have risen.

Activity in the UK service sector grew at its slowest pace in almost two years in October, a survey suggests.