1. Shell and BP may need billions to become net zero energy majors
Billions will have to be spent annually if the oil giants wish to remain as 'majors' in a net zero age, the IEA said.
2. Binance feeling the pinch but Coinbase raking it in following CZ departure
The unexpected departure of founder and figurehead Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao this week saw Binance face a blow.
3. FTSE 100 closes higher after a report showed an upturn in business activity
At the close, London’s lead index was up 14.07 points, 0.2%, at 7,483.58 while the FTSE 250 eased 20.65 points, 0.1%, at 18,459.52
4. Virgin Money profits throttled by tighter spreads, bad credit exposure
The challanger bank booked only modest net interest income growth in the year to September.
5. ISA and pension tweaks aim to broaden investment opportunities
In case you missed it, the autumn statement included a host of ISA and pension reforms designed to widen access to investment.