Here are the business stories making the headlines across Scotland and the UK this morning.
The UK is drawing up plans to give ministers an EU-inspired "trade bazooka", allowing them to impose extensive sanctions to counter "economic coercion".
North-east drivers slowed traffic to around 10mph on the A90 last night as part of a fuel protest.
London-based developer Grove Hotels has unveiled plans to turn the vacant from RGU student union building into a hotel and Italian restaurant.
Around 100 jobs are at risk at Aberdeen energy firm Spirit Energy under plans plans for a major restructure at the North Sea operator.
A new poll has revealed the SNP is set to secure a majority in next month's Holyrood election, giving John Swinney a mandate to negotiate with Westminster on a second independence referendum.
R+R Fitness is set to open this month at Aberdeen Energy Park, having agreed terms with AM Sci Tech, to occupy the Innovation Centre in Bridge of Don, marking an exciting addition to the area’s growing range of amenities.
Acclaimed brewers Fierce Beer are saying cheers to Nuart Aberdeen with an exclusive brew to celebrate the return of Scotland’s national street art festival to the Granite City next week.
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WTA Energy has strengthened its Middle East operations with the appointment of Richard Wilson to its Dubai team as Managing Director.
A Banchory businessman is combining his passion for music with his personal experience as a parent to create a special fundraising event in support of local charity, Archway.
A supporter and member of the Erskine Veterans Activity Centre North in Forres, Shaun Moat, has set himself the challenge of taking on the Mighty Stride at the Aberdeen Kiltwalk in support of Erskine Veterans Charity.