His 19% in 1992 was best result for independent presidential candidate in 80 years

From Wimbledon to Lord’s, this summer has been a gift that — technology permitting — keeps on giving

He became the scourge of the Mob and white-collar crime in New York

A trailblazer who broke the glass ceiling in Washington

Sportswear maker apologises but warns it cannot bear virus lockdown for long   

Legal marijuana producers also report spike in demand during lockdown 

Healthcare tech group chief calls estimate to deal with coronavirus ‘conservative’ as it boosts medical equipment production

If anything, it’s only made the most coveted more sought after, as online sellers adapt to cater for their clientele.

Global Witness highlights UK hedge fund’s stake in company accused of environmental violations

Billionaire CQS trader hurt by exposure to default-ridden energy sector

Energy sector leads US S&P 500 to 2.3% gain   

Mike Mackenzie’s daily analysis of what’s moving global markets

Why, from an investment perspective, Covid-19 suppression is the equivalent of kicking the can down the road.

Experts fear country is embarking on more white elephant projects

FTSE 250 housebuilder also takes charge for fire safety review after Grenfell tragedy

Move comes amid escalating political row with London’s mayor over coronavirus risks

Work in the sector slows at fastest rate since financial crisis

Commission president sets out Brussels’ plan for CO2 border adjustment mechanism

But its coal addiction and authoritarian system mean it will struggle to take a global lead

The pro-Beijing venture capitalist on Trump, China’s rise — and Xi Jinping’s ‘little red app’

The UK’s decision on Huawei should give the US cause for reflection as much as reproach

The epidemic could weaken Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, feed conspiracy theories and lead to closed borders

Human rights are regressing worldwide and the UN’s ability to defend them is under attack

Gro Harlem Brundtland on lessons of SARS and how to handle a pandemic

Several long-running conflicts are edging towards a temporary halt to hostilities

Gideon Rachman talks to Joseph Nye about the role of morality in shaping foreign policy

Jean Pierre Mustier’s nascent turnround derailed as bank slips to first-quarter loss

Pexip deal marks bright spot in otherwise bleak European IPO market

Combination of O2 and Virgin Media set to transform British telecoms market

Insurer is well placed to manage pandemic-related losses

O2 and Virgin Media’s £31bn merger is one of the biggest examples of virtual dealmaking during pandemic

Tag Heuer’s digital chief sees connected watches as a point of entry to the mechanical models

Price wars and coronavirus have disrupted the sector, possibly moving peak demand even closer 

Turmoil in commodity market slashes state colleges’ revenues

Glencore-backed First Cobalt to open Canada refinery this year in attempt to cut reliance on China

IEA expects global consumption will decline 8% this year in largest drop since second world war

President’s pet project holds line on output growth despite oil crisis and mammoth losses

Phoenix Commodities seeks debt restructuring after racking up $450m of currency hedge losses

A new exchange traded commodity holds several advantages

Timely relaunch allows savers to keep pace with the rising cost of living

First big energy supplier to pass on lower wholesale costs

Covert and overt ways to interest children in learning about money

As numbers and statistics come to the fore, can we boost national numeracy?

Lenders reluctant to count payments as affordability checks tighten

Production costs to rise by 61% when industry invests in carbon capture

Market is full of cautionary tales about investors betting on familiar stocks

Price in local currencies of commodities such as copper and coffee has surged

Mauricio Leyva to advise German family company on expanding beverages arm

Ambitious plans for renewable energy rarely feature in government strategy

From coffee to copper, exporters enjoy higher profits