1. Spring Budget tax cuts leave few surprised
Hunt’s statement included much of what was already expected, with national insurance cuts key.
2. L&G results miss the mark despite bumper retirement profits
Analysts weren't all that impressed despite pension-based profits jumping 10%.
3. AstraZeneca to invest £650mln in UK life sciences
Also announced in the budget was AstraZeneca's plans to develop a new facility in Liverpool.
4. FTSE 100 reacts warmly to Chancellor's update
London's lead index closed close to...
5. Issa not looking good for billionaire bros
Zuber Issa, the Asda owner, is set to buy his brother out of parts of their petrol station business EG Group.