The ‘rules-based order’ Davos craves has bigger problems than Trump: it represents a world that no longer exists
The global economic system doesn’t even benefit its US and European creators any more, says Guardian columnist Larry Elliott
‘The powerful have their power. We have the capacity to stop pretending’: the Canadian PM’s call to action at Davos
In a rousing speech, Mark Carney made the case for unity in the face of Donald Trump’s new world order. We reproduce it here
The IMF’s banal language is sane-washing an economic crisis created by the egomaniacal Donald Trump
Their latest report makes no mention of Greenland, Venezuela, or even Trump. This is just a pretence that normality continues
Gen Xers the new baby boomers: analysis identifies Australia’s richest landholders by generation
Those born between 1965 and 1980 own an average of $1.455m in housing and land, KPMG report finds
Nato chief urges ‘thoughtful diplomacy’ after US treasury secretary’s jibe at Denmark
Trump expected to face tough reception from European leaders in Davos over threat to seize Greenland
Next buyout saves footwear brand Russell & Bromley but 400 jobs likely to be lost
Retailer buys chain from administration for £3.8m adding to portfolio ranging from FatFace to Made.com
Archive: Davos – hot air in a cold climate
The first World Economic Forum meeting was held in January 1971. See how the gathering of world leaders has been reported over the years
JD Wetherspoon warns of lower profits as pubs hit by rising costs
Shares in pub chain fall after it reveals £45m surge in costs driven by business rates and other ‘higher-than-expected’ bills
Toby Carvery owner faces eviction from north London site for felling ancient oak
Felling of 500-year-old oak has provoked fury from public and Enfield council, which leases land to Mitchells & Butlers
Keir Starmer to visit China with British business leaders next week, say reports
Prime minister’s reported trip follows approval by UK government for Beijing to build new embassy in London
UK inflation rises for first time in five months to 3.4% in December
Bigger than forecast rise probably temporary but analysts rule out Bank of England interest rate cut in February
UK credit cards: six ways to help you pick the best deals
From understanding jargon such as APRs and 0% transfer offers, to getting perks such as air miles or cashback
Wednesday briefing: Can we afford to be optimistic about grassroots music venues?
In today’s newsletter: Music spaces are welcoming bigger crowds again, but the industry remains fragile as rising costs and shrinking local circuits threaten the next generation of talent
Half of world’s CO2 emissions come from just 32 fossil fuel firms, study shows
Critics accuse leading firms of sabotaging climate action but say data increasingly being used to hold them to account
Nearly 400 millionaires and billionaires call for higher taxes on super-rich
Mark Ruffalo, Brian Eno and Abigail Disney sign letter timed for WEF in Davos saying wealthy are buying political influence