Many over 50s are "sleepwalking into their old age", a pensions group says, as research suggests people are over-optimistic about retirement income.

Eight supermarkets have agreed to ensure that special offers and price promotions are fair, following a regulator's investigation.

Shares in Japanese infrastructure giants Hitachi and Mitsubishi Heavy soar after a decision to merge their thermal power businesses.

James Bond movie blockbuster Skyfall helps UK film studios Pinewood Shepperton bounce back into profit.

Japanese lawmakers approve another stimulus package to revive growth, as the flagging economy becomes a key issue in the upcoming general election.

India's growth rate slowed in the July to September quarter, putting further pressure on the government to implement reforms and ease monetary policy.

Eurozone joblessness hits a new record high as ECB head Mario Draghi warns the region will only emerge from crisis late next year.

An American company has developed a technique that it says can make bread stay mould-free for 60 days.