BBC News – Business

• Covid: Omicron fears cause wave of hotel cancellations
  Best Western is one hotel group that has seen many customers scrapping Christmas bookings.
• Elle to stop promoting the use of animal fur in its magazines
  It is the first major fashion publication to make the pledge, citing its support for animal rights.
• Ride hailing app Grab makes $40bn market debut
  Shares start trading in ride-hailing firm Grab which has used a shell company for its flotation.
• Countries reach 'landmark deal' to cut trade costs
  Members of the World Trade Organization agree to cut red tape to boost trade in services.
• Covid: Anglo American to introduce mandatory vaccinations
  Anglo American, which employs 95,000 worldwide, is consulting on compulsory Covid jabs for all workers.