6 h. ago Trump says Samsung and other smartphone manufacturers will also be subject to 25% Apple tariff – business live

US president says 50% tariff on EU goods to come in 1 June; Apple iPhones and those of other manufacturers made overseas to face 25% tariffTrump says he is hitting EU with 50% tariff as trade talks are ‘going nowhere’As well as cutting UK energy costs (see earlier), Donald Trump can also take credit for growing the German economy!New GDP data this morning shows that Germany’s GDP rose by 0.4% in January-March, twice as fast as the first estimate of 0.2% growth in the quarter.“The reason for the slightly higher growth compared to the initial estimate was the surprisingly positive economic development in March.”“In particular, production in the manufacturing sector and exports performed better than initially expected.The German economy had its best quarterly performance since the third quarter of 2022, and the reason for it seems to be Donald Trump. As a result of the announced tariffs and in anticipation of ‘Liberation Day,’ German industrial production and exports surged in March.Ne...

Economics

7 h. ago European markets suffer losses after Trump ‘recommends’ 50% tariff on EU, and threatens Apple with 25% tariff – business live

US president Donald Trump reignites trade war with threat to impose high tariffs on European goods, and Apple iPhones made overseasTrump says he is hitting EU with 50% tariff as trade talks are ‘going nowhere’As well as cutting UK energy costs (see earlier), Donald Trump can also take credit for growing the German economy!New GDP data this morning shows that Germany’s GDP rose by 0.4% in January-March, twice as fast as the first estimate of 0.2% growth in the quarter.“The reason for the slightly higher growth compared to the initial estimate was the surprisingly positive economic development in March.”“In particular, production in the manufacturing sector and exports performed better than initially expected.The German economy had its best quarterly performance since the third quarter of 2022, and the reason for it seems to be Donald Trump. As a result of the announced tariffs and in anticipation of ‘Liberation Day,’ German industrial production and exports surged in March.Net export...

Economics

9 h. ago Mirror Daily Digest: Top stories from shop's high street return to Olly Murs' cancelled gigs

In this Fridays's Mirror Daily Digest, we've pulled together the biggest stories of the day from Olly Murs cancelling his tour dates to the new energy bill price cap

Politics

12 h. ago Trump ‘recommending’ 50% tariff on EU, and threatens Apple with 25% tariff – business live

US president Donald Trump reignites trade war with threat to impose high tariffs on European goods, and Apple iPhones made overseasTypical energy bill in Great Britain to fall 7% to £1,720 a year from JulyAs well as cutting UK energy costs (see earlier), Donald Trump can also take credit for growing the German economy!New GDP data this morning shows that Germany’s GDP rose by 0.4% in January-March, twice as fast as the first estimate of 0.2% growth in the quarter.“The reason for the slightly higher growth compared to the initial estimate was the surprisingly positive economic development in March.”“In particular, production in the manufacturing sector and exports performed better than initially expected.The German economy had its best quarterly performance since the third quarter of 2022, and the reason for it seems to be Donald Trump. As a result of the announced tariffs and in anticipation of ‘Liberation Day,’ German industrial production and exports surged in March.Net exports an...

Politics

15 h. ago Martin Lewis reveals real energy bill savings in withering OFGEM price cap assessment

Martin Lewis has dismissed OFGEM’s claim of average annual household savings of £129 following a 7% price cap drop as ‘totally misleading’.

Economics

15 h. ago How to save money on power as Ofgem confirms energy price cap

If you’re struggling to pay the electricity bill, you’re not alone

Economics

15 h. ago Martin Lewis warns new Ofgem energy price cap 'nothing to shout home about' and people need to be weary of one thing

Money saving expert Martin Lewis has given his verdict on the new energy price cap - and it's not good.

Events

15 h. ago Martin Lewis warns new Ofgem energy price cap 'nothing to shout home about' and people need to be wary of one thing

Money saving expert Martin Lewis has given his verdict on the new energy price cap - and it's not good.

Events

16 h. ago FTSE 100 Live 23 May: Sterling higher after retail surprise, energy bills fall

Household energy bills will fall by 7% from July after the latest energy price cap was revealed by Ofgem today.

Science

16 h. ago Martin Lewis urges people to get off energy price cap before July

The consumer champion warns Ofgem’s new price cap is still a ‘Pants Cap’.

Politics

17 h. ago FTSE 100 Live 23 May: Food sales drive retail surprise, energy bills fall

Household energy bills will fall by 7% from July after the latest energy price cap was revealed by Ofgem today.

Society

18 h. ago Martin Lewis issues warning to households after Ofgem energy price cap update

Martin Lewis has explained what happens next after it was confirmed the Ofgem energy price cap will fall by 7% from this July, taking the typical household bill from £1,849 to £1,720 a year

Events

18 h. ago Scots set to pay £500 more on energy bills this year despite new Ofgem price cap

Ofgem has announced the price cap will fall from £1,849 to £1,720 on July 1.

Economics

18 h. ago Energy price cap: Here's how much household energy bills are set to fall from July

News of a fall in energy costs will come as a relief for households

Economics

18 h. ago Energy price cap calculator: See how much YOUR bill will fall after Ofgem announcement

You can estimate how much your energy bill will drop from July after the changes from Ofgem were confirmed by using our calculator below

Economics

18 h. ago Ofgem confirms energy bills are set to fall by £129 under latest price cap

It comes after US president Donald Trump's aggressive tariff plans led to a significant slump in gas and oil prices

Economics

19 h. ago Household energy bills to fall by about £130 per year as energy price cap drops to £1,720

The typical bill will fall by around £129 to £1,720 per year from July

Economics

19 h. ago Household energy bills to fall by £129 this summer as Ofgem confirms new price cap

The drop of 7 per cent will see annual energy bills go down from £1,849 to £1,720 on July 1.

Economics

19 h. ago Ofgem price cap explained: What is it and are energy bills getting cheaper?

The Ofgem price cap is important as it sets the rate a limit on what suppliers can charge for each unit of gas and electricity you use - here is everything you need to know

Economics

19 h. ago UK household energy bills to fall after Ofgem lowers price cap 7%

Reduction for July to September would see typical households pay £1,720 a year

Economics