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Saturday 29 October 2011

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Italian debt soars on bail-out fears

Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi launches extraordinary outburst against the single currency and claims that after Germany, Italy had the eurozone's strongest economy.

Qantas grounding to cost £13m a day

Qantas has grounded its entire worldwide fleet because of industrial action by its employees – a move that will cost the Australian airline A$20m (£13.3m) a day.

FTSE 100 set for best month since 1990

Eurozone woes might have cast a shadow over the past weeks, but London's benchmark index is nonetheless set to chalk up its biggest monthly rise in more than two decades.

Family finances falling at record level

The financial wellbeing of British families fell at the fastest rate in at least 14 years, according to data which underline how inflation and frozen wages are making life tough for many households.

'Significant' risk of UK recession, warns Fisher

The likelihood of another UK recession is 'significant', even if eurozone leaders manage to contain the region's debt crisis, Bank of England policymaker Paul Fisher has warned.

Italy's austerity drive – 19 Maserati supercars

Opposing MPs blast outrageous indulgence at a time of heavy cuts.

BP v Shell

Garry White: Questor's preferred portfolio choice.

Primark at Selfridges

Fast fashion retailer opens in Birmingham and Manchester stores.

Portugal enters 'Grecian vortex'

Monetary contraction in Portugal has intensified at an alarming pace.

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Bank participation in Greek haircut will be 'very high'

Bank participation in voluntary write-downs of Greek debt will be "very high", Charles Dallara, the head of the International Finance Institute (IIF) said on Saturday.

LIVE: debt crisis

A relief rally in global stock markets has faded after Italian government debt edged closer to danger levels, China balked at rescue aid, and doubts over the eurozone bail-out plan resurfaced.

The FTSE fat cats are purring over their pay but that's good for the UK

The pay of people running large companies is once again in the news. Income Data Services (IDS) has announced that FTSE 100 chief executives have enjoyed a 43pc "hike" in total earnings.

APR's deal with partner gives power to spark profits

Last month, Questor recommended buying shares in market debutante APR Energy, a provider of temporary power equipment. Yesterday's update shows everything is on track.

A new way to save for your children

Junior Isas replac Child Trust Funds on Tuesday – and they offer a more flexible way to save.

Renting out roof for solar power could make home sale harder

Homeowners hoping to save money by leasing their roofs to host solar panels could struggle to sell their houses, surveyors have warned.

How medium-sized businesses can succeed in Asian markets.

How do you choose between emerging markets? Should you opt for India or China? An expert panel offers tips on accessing and growing in Asian markets.

London 2012 Olympics have already given so much to the world

For the past few years, thousands of athletes from all over the world have been preparing every day to compete in next year's Olympic and Paralympic Games.

How medium-sized businesses can succeed in Asian markets.

How do you choose between emerging markets? Should you opt for India or China? An expert panel offers tips on accessing and growing in Asian markets.