Japan records its first trade surplus in three years due to the effects of the weaker yen and lower oil prices.

A report by Amnesty International and Global Witness alleges that nearly 80% of US firms are failing to adequately check their supply chains for conflict minerals.

Tesco has reported the worst results in its history with a record statutory pre-tax loss of £6.4bn for the year to the end of February.

Rolls-Royce announces that John Rishton will retire as chief executive on 2 July and be replaced by Warren East.

Japan's Nikkei index closes above 20,000 points for the first time in 15 years after the country recorded its first trade surplus in three years.

Thailand says it is "confident" it can address concerns over illegal fishing that may lead to a trade ban from the European Union.

Shares in the FTSE 100 turns negative, but Tesco rises despite reporting its biggest ever loss.

The spending power of the over-65s is being underestimated by the hotel and travel sector, according to a report.