UK economy continues to bounce back as most sectors return to growth, new survey shows March 18, 2024 "Growth is continuing to spread to more and more parts of the UK economy as conditions improve," Nikesh Sawjani said.
UK credit card debt jumps as household finances squeezed in warning sign for the economy March 18, 2024 Outstanding debt on UK credit cards jumped nearly 10 per cent last year, according to new data, as households turned to borrowing amid inflationary pressures and the cost-of-living crisis.
Martin Gilbert’s Assetco endures ‘exceptionally difficult’ year but signs things are ‘picking up’ March 18, 2024 Chair Martin Gilbert noted the cost savings programme has required the firm to take "significant write-downs", which have impacted results for the year.
Currys shrugs off lack of takeover offer by raising profit forecast for the year March 18, 2024 Tech retailer Currys has officially ended its period for considering takeover bids without securing any offers.
House prices reach highest level in 10 months in March March 18, 2024 Green shoots continue to emerge in the property market as March welcomes the highest rise in house prices in 10 months.
Young people are still losing out to pensioners March 18, 2024 Claims that pensioners have “lost out” from targeted cuts to a tax that they do not pay are utterly disingenuous, says Emily Fielder This year’s Spring Budget seems to have precipitated a huge media frenzy about what it means for Britain’s pensioners. Commentators from across the political spectrum are asking why the Chancellor has forgotten [...]
Moving markets: Five things shaping the FTSE 100 today March 18, 2024 Asian shares climb on strong Chinese data, while oil prices surge amid geopolitical tensions. Vladimir Putin wins 88 per cent of votes in an election devoid of opposition candidates. Major central banks take centre stage this week with pivotal decisions ahead.
Central banks in focus this week as policymakers weigh up interest rate cuts March 17, 2024 Major central bank are set to dominate the headlines this week as they prepare to make decisions on interest rates that will determine borrowing costs around the world.
Bank of England to cut interest rates in June, economists forecast March 17, 2024 The Bank of England is set to start cutting interest rates in June, according to a City A.M. poll of top economists, as inflation nears its target, the labour market cools and the UK takes its first steps out of recession.
Lib Dems call for Biden-style tax on share buybacks at spring conference March 16, 2024 Party leader Sir Ed Davey said: “Neither the Conservative government or Labour Party have explained how they will fund public services fairly after the next election.