Leading economists expect Bank of England to cut interest rates in spring January 2, 2024 Top economists have brought forward their expectations for the Bank of England's next interest rate cut to as soon as March and overwhelmingly see the central bank's monetary policy as too hawkish, according to a City A.M. poll, after promising signs in the battle against inflation.
Shop price inflation stays steady but obstacles to come in 2024 January 2, 2024 Shop price annual inflation stayed flat at 4.3 per cent in December, remaining at the lowest level growth seen since June 2022.
Sport sceptics might scoff but Paris Olympics and Euro 2024 really can lift our gloom January 1, 2024 Brands and marketeers take note: this is how you can capitalise in 2024.
Why higher interest rates are ‘the single best economic development’ for investors in the past 20 years January 1, 2024 Real interest rates remaining in positive territory as inflation continues to fall is good news for investors in bonds
UK banks’ costs in focus in 2024 as interest rates go from boon to burden January 1, 2024 UK banks' cost control will be a key focus in 2024 as the tailwind from high interest rates gives way to mounting margin pressure, analysts have told City A.M.
Japanese investor to ditch £500m stake in HS1 and East Midlands Railway December 31, 2023 Mitsubishi HC Capital is reportedly preparing to sell £475m worth of UK rail assets as it steers away from the country's embattled network.
Four small business trends to watch out for in 2024 December 31, 2023 What next year holds for entrepreneurs: from growing sales to using AI
Seven things banks will be looking out for in 2024 December 31, 2023 A challenging year is in the offing for lenders – from regulatory reform to fraud crackdowns
PM urged public to focus on a brighter future in New Years message as election looms December 30, 2023 Rishi Sunak has said the UK should “look forward with pride and optimism” to 2024 in a message to the nation ahead of an election year. The Prime Minister urged the public to focus on the promise of a “brighter future” as he highlighted an upcoming cut to national insurance as an example of change [...]
Arise Sir Tim Martin as Wetherspoon boss knighted in New Year honours December 30, 2023 Outspoken Wetherspoon founder and boss Tim Martin has been knighted in the New Year honours. The businessman, who was a vocal Brexit supporter during the 2016 referendum campaign, has been recognised for his services to hospitality and culture. He said the news of the knighthood came as a surprise. “It had never been expected, so it came out [...]