24 May 2013 Last updated at 15:13 ET

Co-op halts new business lendingCo-operative Bank

Co-operative Bank has stopped offering new business loans amid concerns over its capital position and talks with UK regulators.


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Robin van Persie lifts the Premier League trophyManchester United cuts debt costs

Manchester United has struck a new loan deal to cut the amount of interest it pays on its huge debts.

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Dow Jones 15303.10 Up 8.60 0.06%
Nasdaq 3459.14 Down -0.28 -0.01%
S&P 500 1649.60 Down -0.91 -0.06%
FTSE 100 6654.34 Down -42.45 -0.63%
Dax 8305.32 Down -46.66 -0.56%
BBC Global 30 7078.71 Down -20.32 -0.29%

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