Business Headlines from the BBC

Toyota in global recall of Prius
Toyota recalls thousands of Prius cars worldwide because of braking problems, in a new blow for the world's largest carmaker.

Lloyds and RBS 'failing to lend'
Royal Bank of Scotland and Lloyds are criticised by MPs for failing to lend enough to homeowners and businesses.

January chill for housing market
Activity in the UK housing market was frozen by the snowy weather although prices continued to rise, surveyors say.

Shop sales 'worst for 15 years'
UK retail sales described as 'awful' as icy weather and the unsteady economy keep shoppers at home.

Swiss bank UBS returns to profit
Swiss bank UBS reports its first quarterly profit for a year, helped by lower costs and a large tax credit