Tax rises are coming and these are the ones to look out for May 21, 2024 Unless the next government rips up the fiscal rules it’s going to have to raise taxes, so it pays to think about where the extra money might actually come from, says Tim Sarson Last September I wrote about how our Government and its peers around the world are running out of money as they face [...]
Warren Buffett and The Big Short’s Michael Burry: Why are they selling Apple and buying gold? May 16, 2024 The latest portfolio moves of Warren Buffett and Michael Burry have been revealed.
Experian: Strong consumer spending and mortgage demand drive solid growth May 15, 2024 Experian's growth was boosted by a recovery in the US mortgage market towards the end of 2023.
Starmer pledges to ‘rebuild our economy’ with decade-long local growth plans May 13, 2024 Firing up the UK’s regional prosperity will be key to Labour’s plans to “rebuild our economy”, Sir Keir Starmer has said, as he called for mayors to deliver 10-year local growth plans.
The Power of Capitalism: The myth of Swedish socialism May 10, 2024 Sweden has long had a reputation as a successful 'socialist democracy' - but it's market reforms that have powered growth
The Power of Capitalism: Time and again, it’s free markets that deliver for people May 10, 2024 Capitalism and free markets have been shown, again and again, to be better for people than any alternative
CRH: Building giant unveils fresh £239m buyback as profit rises May 10, 2024 Irish building materials firm CRH has unveiled a fresh buyback to reward investors following a rise in profit at the start of 2024.
The Notebook: Where are retail investors putting their money? May 8, 2024 Victoria Scholar takes the Notebook pen to talk retail investors, Ozempic's fat profits, and the UK's inflation forecast.
AIM hit by sharp liquidity drop in further blow to London market May 6, 2024 Companies listed on the UK's AIM have seen the average value of their shares trading fall over 15 per cent in the last year.
Lounge hikes dividend as international expansion drives sales at underwear brand May 1, 2024 Underwear brand Lounge hiked its dividend to more than £10m as its focus on international expansion helped drive up sales.