UK house prices rise for second straight month in sign of economic recovery June 19, 2024 UK house prices rose for their second consecutive month in April, latest official figures show, amid hopes for a rebound in the housing market as the economy improves.
August interest rate cut in doubt despite inflation falling to target June 19, 2024 Inflation dropped to two per cent, prompting champagne corks to go flying in CCHQ. But MPC members might be a bit slower to crack out the fizz.
Victoria sweeps flooring market woes under the carpet June 19, 2024 Full-year profit at Victoria dipped from £76.9m to £27.1m, alongside a 14 per cent fall in revenue to £1.23bn.
Regulation has ‘stifled’ growth in housebuilding, Berkeley boss says June 19, 2024 "The industry has absorbed many regulatory changes over recent years and, while all well-intended, when taken together they have stifled investment, housing delivery and growth," he said.
Speedy Hire profit tumbles as inflation bites June 19, 2024 Tool and machinery specialist Speedy Hire has reported a significant dip in profit amid cost inflation
Inflation drops to two per cent ahead of Bank of England interest rate decision June 19, 2024 Even though inflation has returned to near the two per cent target, the Bank of England is very unlikely to cut interest rates tomorrow.
What is industrial strategy? And why do Labour think the UK needs one? June 19, 2024 Labour believes that a well mapped out industrial strategy is crucial to delivering economic growth. But does the UK really need one?
FTSE 100 today: British stocks poised for decline if UK May inflation surprises to the upside June 19, 2024 Asian markets surged with Wall Street hitting record highs. Focus on UK May inflation and the Bank of England policy decision.
Firms still face ‘significant pressure’ despite slight decline in insolvencies June 18, 2024 Last year saw the highest number of company insolvencies since 1993, with 25,000 firms going under.
Supermarkets hope for Euro 2024 boost as Asda and Co-op lose ground June 18, 2024 Asda and the Co-op are the only major supermarket brands in the UK to have lost market share over recent weeks, according to new figures.