Andrew Bailey concerned by UK’s lower ‘potential growth rates’ due to supply constraints November 27, 2023 Andrew Bailey, governor of the Bank of England, said the UK's worst performance on the supply side in recent years "concerns me a lot" as he warned that rates would not be cut any time soon.
Moving markets: What’s shaping the FTSE 100 today November 27, 2023 The FTSE 100 enjoyed a positive finish to the week - here's what's moving markets this Monday morning as trading begins
Bank of England to give UK GDP a ‘modest’ upgrade after Autumn Statement, analyst claims November 27, 2023 In last week's fiscal event, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt unveiled a fiscal loosening worth £18bn, the majority of which came from tax cuts.
Bank of England needs ‘pruning’ to deliver: Influential Lords Committee November 27, 2023 The Bank of England needs to face more Parliamentary scrutiny and have its remit "pruned" to ensure that independence works as effectively as possible, a new report argues.
Mortgage rates won’t dip below four per cent this year, experts say November 26, 2023 Mortgage rates are unlikely to dip below four per cent before the end of this year, industry experts told City A.M.
The Bank of England must put privacy and innovation at the heart of the digital pound November 25, 2023 Without being forward thinking, the Bank of England will fail to position the UK as the global hub for digital assets, says Varun Patel.
KPMG: Big four firm to freeze pay for 12,000 jobs as services slowdown continues November 24, 2023 Big four firm KPMG has announced it will freeze the pay of 12,000 staff, as the services sector continues to be hit by a major slowdown. The freeze was first reported by the FT, with staff only getting a pay boost if they get a formal promotion, ahead of the Christmas break. Partners at KPMG [...]
London’s mega wealthy turn to renting amid high interest rates November 24, 2023 London’s ultra wealthy are opting to rent instead of snapping up homes as high interest rates and a tough buyer market have dampened interest.
Bank of England: Growth is slowing, but that’s not slowing inflation November 24, 2023 The Bank of England's Chief Economist Huw Pill has warned inflation is not being slowed by a slowing UK economy
Lukewarm welcome as Hunt extends ‘limited’ mortgage scheme for first-time buyers November 22, 2023 The scheme, introduced in 2021, helps first-time buyers take out a mortgage with a five per cent deposit on homes worth up to £600,000.