1. Manchester United's bid enters the final straight, maybe
Pressure is being applied to accept the Qatari bid, according to latest reports
2. Threads sparks outburst of memes
Online wags couldn't help themselves as Zuckerberg and Musk slug it out in the social media battle of the giants
3. FTSE 100 closes at lowest point this year
The FTSE 100 suffered its worst closing level so far in 2023, closing at 7,257 points for a 0.3% loss on the day.
4. BT shooting itself in foot with job cuts
Cutting R&D could hurt long-term competitiveness, reckons top broker
5. JD Sports ends busy week with Iberian Sports buy
Leisurewear group is buying out minority shareholders for €500mln