Economy
UK Inflation Hits 3.5% as Fuel Costs Soar Ahead of Healey’s Budget
UK inflation accelerated to 3.5% in September, driven by sharp increases in petrol and diesel prices, adding pressure on Chancellor John Healey...
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Investing
State Pension Age Shifts to 67, Mortgage Rates Spike
The UK's State Pension Age has risen to 67 this week, with a further increase to 68 by 2046 under review. Simultaneously,...
World Business
UK Fiscal Strategy Earns IMF Praise, Signals Austere Budget Ahead
The IMF has lauded the UK's debt reduction plans, distinguishing it from G7 peers. This praise, however, points to a restrictive Budget...
Economy
Treasury Warns 0.3% UK Growth in 2027 Amid Iran War Threat
Internal Treasury modelling warns Prime Minister Andy Burnham that UK GDP growth could plummet to 0.3% in 2027 if Middle East conflict...
Investing
Higher Returns, Fewer Investors: Why Women Excel in Markets
New analysis reveals UK women's investments yield higher long-term returns than men's, despite significantly lower participation rates. Experts attribute this to distinct...
Finance
UK Rates Held at 3.75% Amid Global Conflict, Mortgage Outlook Shifts
The Bank of England has maintained its base rate at 3.75% for the fifth consecutive time, as geopolitical tensions disrupt earlier expectations...
Economy
Burnham Faces £24 Billion Inflation Squeeze, NIESR Warns
UK public services face a £24 billion hit this parliamentary term due to inflation and energy costs, NIESR warns, urging Prime Minister...
Investing
Gen Z’s £2.4 Million Retirement Challenge: No State Pension Expected
Half of Gen Z anticipates no state pension, driving them to radically rethink retirement. Many are now saving aggressively or exploring high-risk...
Economy
Forced Labor Tariffs Expose UK’s Weakened US Trade Position
Faisal Islam reports the UK's trade arrangement with the US now appears less favorable than the EU's, despite President Trump's new tariffs....