The Monetary Policy Committee has changed its mindset. What’s next for interest rates? September 28, 2026 Investec Chief Economist Philip Shaw explains why an interest rate rise now looks more likely – and when these changes are expected. The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee voted 6-3 to keep the Bank rate at 3.75% earlier this month, with the three dissenters backing a quarter-point increase. This was exactly the same voting [...]
Bank of England’s Ramsden says interest rates will need to rise if pressures persist September 28, 2026 Interest rates may need to rise if growing inflation pressures continue to build, according to the Bank of England’s deputy governor, who added there had been “robust discussion” among officials over the authority’s recent bond sale overhaul. Dave Ramsden, who leads the organisation’s oversight of markets and banking, said there would have been “at least [...]
UK has ‘low capital gains tax rates’, Healey says September 27, 2026 The UK enjoys the lowest capital gains tax rate of any major European economy, Chancellor John Healey has said, raising the prospect of another hike at the Budget. Healey has said he wanted to improve the UK’s economic fortunes yet pointed to the UK’s competitiveness on capital taxes when speaking about business confidence. He told [...]
AI and politics will never destroy the beauty of supporting clubs like Bournemouth September 26, 2026 A record transfer window, club investments at ever increasing valuations and the same unpredictability of results on the football pitch. Was it ever thus? And will it ever change? The memories sport creates are at the heart of what makes it so special. Taking a step back, next year will mark 30 years since I [...]
Andrew Bailey sends warning as officials say interest rate hikes ‘increasingly likely’ September 25, 2026 Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey has said that it will become “harder” to leave interest rates on hold if energy prices remain higher for longer. At an event in Oxford on Friday, the Bank of England chief indicated that interest rates would have to be raised from 3.75 per cent if oil and gas [...]
Minister tries to keep growth spirit alive amid bleak outlook September 25, 2026 A government minister has moved to keep people’s optimism about the UK economy and spending afloat amid fears that interest rate hikes and a difficult Budget could dampen spirits. Several analysts, such as those at the research company GfK, have recorded a boost in consumer confidence in the months since Andy Burnham became PM. The UK [...]
Diesel ban: UK to be ‘even more exposed’ if Trump follows through on export threat September 25, 2026 After Trump announced a ban on exports of diesel, Mauricio Alencar explores how it could impact the UK economy. President Trump’s newest trade threat sent markets into a frenzy once again on Friday. Earlier this week, Trump said he would back Republican proposals to halt exports of diesel in order to ease prices ahead of [...]
ISG Announces 2026 ISG Women in Digital Awards Winners for EMEA September 25, 2026 Leaders with Elanco, DiversITy-talent, NHS 24, Amazon Web Services, IFS Nexus Black and the Otermans Institute named gold winners in six award categories
Consumer confidence hits two-year high but ‘could soon falter’ September 25, 2026 Consumer confidence has surged to a two-year high in a surprise rise which will hand a much-needed boost to Andy Burnham ahead of the Budget – but experts have warned that momentum could soon run out. GfK’s closely-watched consumer confidence barometer rose to -13 in September, a rise of about one point since last month [...]
Evelyn Partners Padel Cup 2026: Smash hit City tournament set to return September 24, 2026 The Evelyn Partners Padel Cup is back next month, when top City of London firms will vie for the title on a day of coaching clinics, camaraderie and competition. City firms are no stranger to friendly competition, although usually it involves trading floors, pitch decks and spreadsheets. Next month they will be doing battle in [...]