Brokers warn government against guaranteeing one per cent deposit mortgages January 21, 2024 Brokers have warned that the government could push up house prices even further if it guarantees mortgages for first-time buyers with deposits of just one per cent.
Sunak considering one per cent deposit mortgage scheme in bid to win over young voters: report January 21, 2024 The Treasury is reportedly looking at introducing a scheme guaranteeing mortgages for first-time buyers with deposits of just one per cent.
Childcare costs mean it makes ‘no financial sense for many mothers to work’: official report January 17, 2024 London’s economy could be being held back by around £5bn a year due to issues with childcare costs and shortages.
Electoral and fiscal pressures will clash over the coming year – there can only be one winner January 17, 2024 The main political parties have received no shortage of warnings about reckless fiscal plans ahead of this year’s election.
‘Urgent’ action required as London jobs market falls at steepest rate since Covid January 12, 2024 The jobs market in London has stalled, prompting calls for “urgent” action by the government to help boost growth in the capital
A stronger pound and ‘bond vigilantes’: What should markets expect ahead of an election January 10, 2024 Vivek Paul, chief investment strategist at Blackrock, warned that election season might encourage both parties to "promise looser fiscal policy".
Chancellor meets with City grandees over London’s listings crisis January 9, 2024 Chancellor Jeremy Hunt held talks with top City chiefs on Tuesday as part of the government's efforts to attract more listings to the London Stock Exchange.
Majestic Wine toasts best-ever Christmas as consumers quaff fine wine January 9, 2024 Majestic Wines toasted its best ever Christmas in its 43-year history as more than 60,000 customers shopped with the store for the first time.
Interest rates tug of war may leave markets, and consumers, disappointed January 9, 2024 The path of the economy in 2024 will be defined by the trajectory of interest rates. But the question is, when will they be cut?
Financial sector contracts for the first time in over three years, CBI survey finds January 9, 2024 Both banks and insurance firms reported a drop in volumes, although investment management firms returned to growth.