Here are some of the top business stories making the national headlines.
BP reports stronger than expected profits
Oil and gas giant BP has reported stronger than expected profits for the first three months of the year. Find out more via the BBC.
Food inflation hits another record high as pressure mounts on home finances
With the average price of food and non-alcoholic drinks seeing the sharpest increase in 45 years, the latest figures are expected to further test the strength of consumer confidence. Find out more via Sky News.
UK house prices pick up in April after seven months of falls
Nationwide reports that UK house price growth shows ‘signs of stabilisation’ in April, rising 0.5%. Find out more via the Guardian.
Pubs set for £120m boost from bumper coronation weekend
New figures from the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) show local pubs and breweries expect to pour 62 million pints during the celebrations. Find out more via the Evening Standard.
