Communities across the UK have lost more than 40% of their bank and building society branches since 1989, according to a new report.

The pay gap between men and women is exacerbated by bonuses given to male managers which are on average double those received by women, says study.

AEG is on course to take over management of Wembley Arena, giving the firm control of three of the four largest indoor venues in London.

Indonesia stocks continue to drop, entering the bear territory, on concerns of slowing economic growth and a widening current account deficit.

The Indian government is to launch a programme to provide subsidised food to two thirds of the population.

People on zero-hours contracts are paid six pounds an hour less than other workers, according to a study by a charity.

House-builder Persimmon announces a 40% increase in pre-tax profits, which it says is due to mortgage credit becoming more easily available.

Newly-merged mining giant Glencore Xstrata writes down the value of Xstrata's assets by $7.7bn, and reports a drop in half-year revenues.