Day Headlines in Business News: 2026-04-20
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The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough (BBC Business 2026-04-20 23:09:41)
A stellarator is difficult to build, but could it be the best way to make fusion energy work? -
The 20-somethings juggling three jobs to make ends meet (BBC Business 2026-04-20 23:08:10)
While UK unemployment is at a five-year-high, increasing numbers of those in work have more than one job. -
Petrol thefts surge as Iran war pushes up fuel costs (BBC Business 2026-04-20 23:04:23)
One petrol retailer says he is experiencing about five drive-offs a week at each forecourt, costing him thousands. -
Apple names new chief executive to replace Tim Cook (BBC Business 2026-04-20 22:03:26)
John Ternus will take over running the technology giant as Cook steps up to become executive chairman. -
Blue Origin rocket grounded after satellite 'mishap' (BBC Business 2026-04-20 19:56:11)
The firm founded by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos is investigating the failed launch. -
Trump tariff refunds begin but consumers likely to miss out (BBC Business 2026-04-20 14:49:58)
Businesses can apply online through a portal for refunds expected to total $160bn. -
Another flight leaves passengers behind due to border delays (BBC Business 2026-04-20 14:20:30)
New European border rules have caused delays at airports across the continent, affecting flights. -
New media space opens in Hull to help city's creatives (BBC Business 2026-04-20 13:42:23)
Hull’s creative scene has a new home, with green screens, cameras and a mini radio studio. -
Are insider traders making millions from the Iran war? (BBC Business 2026-04-20 12:14:56)
The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements. -
Car recall warning: could yours be at risk of fire? (BBC Business 2026-04-20 12:11:54)
Car recall warning: could yours be at risk of fire? Consumer expert Louise Minchin shares the details. -
How the Iran war affects your money and bills (BBC Business 2026-04-20 10:45:42)
The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food. -
What's happening to UK petrol and diesel prices? (BBC Business 2026-04-20 10:00:51)
UK petrol and diesel prices have started to fall after 46 consecutive days of rises at the pump. -
Debt problems in seaside town among UK's worst (BBC Business 2026-04-20 05:23:30)
A debt charity believes the town's seasonal job market is in part to blame. -
Oil prices rise after Trump says Iranian ship seized (BBC Business 2026-04-20 02:29:04)
Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February. -
Oil prices jump after Trump says Iranian ship seized (BBC Business 2026-04-20 01:11:57)
Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February.