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• Tariffs: Why was there a 'bloodbath' on Asian markets?

  Major stock indexes from Shanghai to Tokyo and Sydney to Hong Kong plunged when they opened on Monday.

• Rules on UK car firms relaxed ahead of 2030 petrol vehicles ban

  The prime minister says the measures are designed to aid the UK motor industry, which has been hit by Trump's tariffs.

• How PM might tackle impact of Trump tariffs

  The BBC understands the PM is considering several options to mitigate the impact of US tariffs on the UK.

• Lloyds accused of failing small firms as it cut lending

  Business owners have told the BBC their businesses collapsed, blaming the bank's treatment.

• Carers and pensioners boosted as new tax year starts

  The state pension has risen by 4.1% and carers can work more hours will keeping a key benefit.

• 'Sometimes you have to take medicine': Trump defends sweeping tariffs

  Just hours after Trump's comments, stock markets plunged in Asia early on Monday, with Hong Kong's Hang Seng losing 9.8%.

• Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy

  What made the US step back from the system that it profited handsomely from for decades?

• Carmakers mull action over tariffs as JLR pauses car exports to US

  The British firm say no vehicles will be shipped in April as it processes the impact of Donald Trump's tariffs.

• Tariffs have shaken the markets - how worried should we be?

  Workers are right to fear for their pensions, but the greater worry is the here and now - the economy they live in.

• Globalisation era has ended, says Treasury minister

  Sir Keir Starmer has suggested there could be state intervention to protect UK business from tariffs introduced by Donald Trump.

• The British winners and losers from Trump tariffs

  Some UK exporters to the US see a chance to grow their firms, even as others fear a drop in sales.

• How does it affect me if share prices fall?

  Changes in the FTSE 100 and other indexes are not just for financial experts, they can affect our lives.

• Trump extends deadline to keep TikTok running in US

  The president has granted the app a second 75-day extension to comply with a law that requires it to either sell its US assets or face a ban.

• Worst week for US stocks since Covid crash as China hits back on tariffs

  The US president, who has vowed to remake the global trade order, dismissed concerns, noting the US jobs market is strong.

• Tariffs 'hard to come back from', says US pharma boss

  Eli Lilly's boss tells the BBC he is doubtful tariffs will bring jobs to the US or raise billions in taxes.

• Who's trying to buy TikTok?

  Oracle, Microsoft and the founder of OnlyFans are also among names that have cropped up as the president seeks to broker a deal.

• What is live shopping and will it take off?

  Big in Asia, live shopping involves brands putting on live shows to sell direct to shoppers.

• UK draws up list of US products it could hit with tariffs

  The business secretary says he wants to reach an economic deal but would take "necessary steps' if talks failed.

• What next for products like the iPhone made in China? And more of your questions answered

  Donald Trump slaps much of the world with a 10% baseline tariff while others face even higher rates. Our correspondents answer your questions.

• British Steel could decide to shut Scunthorpe plant in days

  British Steel's owner has cancelled coal and iron ore shipments to the Scunthorpe plant.