Barrels of hope for BP's £4.7bn oil deal

BP yesterday moved into one of the hottest regions for oil exploration with a $7billion (£4.7billion) deal to buy the international oil and gas assets of US-based Devon Energy.

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Astra signs deal with Indian firm

ASTRAZENECA yesterday signed a deal with Indian group Torrent Pharmaceuticals to beef up its presence in fast-growing emerging markets.

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JD’s breakfast boost

JD WETHERSPOON is planning to open its entire chain of 746 pubs from seven in the morning to boost sales of profitable breakfasts and coffees.

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Waitrose bags essential gain

COST-conscious shoppers buying cheap food at upmarket grocer Waitrose helped parent John Lewis Partnership to higher annual profits, writes Philip Waller.

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Duddy urges caution

HOUSEHOLD goods group Home Retail forecast higher than expected profits for the second time in three months despite lower fourth-quarter sales and smaller margins at both its Argos and Homebase arms.

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EMI puts its trust in ex-ITV boss

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TOP TEN TIPS ON FINANCIAL SPREAD BETTING

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Struggling small businesses call on Government to review flat rate VAT

SMALL firms, with a turnover of less than £150,000, working in agricultural services and membership organisations sectors are among the hardest hit by increases in the flat rate of VAT rate charged by HMRC, according to new research from the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).

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Online help for farmers facing red tape issues

A NEW online service dedicated to support farmers and small holders to help save them time and money when grappling red tape issues and planning has just been launched by Business Link.

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Cash in with equity release

Unlocking the spare capital in your property can open the door to a retirement that has more fun and fewer worries. By Harvey Jones

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