Download IPFS The Bank of England (BoE) is expected to continue lowering interest rates through the second half of 2025, prompting investors to consider whether their current strategies are still fit for purpose. As the UK base rate trends downward, this could mark a significant shift in the investment landscape,[Read More…]

Download IPFS Tata Steel’s latest financial results have drawn attention in the UK amid ongoing discussions about the company’s future presence in Britain. While the Indian parent company posted an impressive 116% year-on-year increase in net profit for the quarter ending June 2025, its UK operations continue to face financial[Read More…]

Download IPFS A new survey reveals that a majority of British retailers are preparing to raise prices again in the coming year, as increasing tax burdens and wage requirements continue to strain operating costs. According to the British Retail Consortium (BRC), a trade body representing major retail businesses across the[Read More…]

Download IPFS UK households are saving a larger share of their disposable income under the current Labour government, a shift partly attributed to Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ firm stance on fiscal discipline and anticipated tax increases. Official figures show savings rates are at their highest in nearly three years, reflecting heightened[Read More…]

Download IPFS The UK government borrowed £20.7 billion in June 2025, with £16.4 billion, almost 80%, spent solely on interest payments. Despite Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ claim of “fixing the foundations” of the economy, critics argue the figures reflect growing instability, as borrowing surges and economic growth stalls. Latest data from[Read More…]

Download IPFS Several major UK banks are implementing changes this August, including branch closures, service fee adjustments, and a transition toward digital services. Financial commentator Caroline Butler highlighted these developments in a recent video shared on TikTok, emphasising their potential impact on customers across the country. Here’s a rundown of[Read More…]

Download IPFS UK households significantly increased their bank savings in June amid growing concerns over potential tax changes, according to the latest figures from the Bank of England. The data points to a cautious consumer environment, with rising deposits and a conservative approach to spending as the government considers adjustments[Read More…]

Download IPFS British savers deposited over £2 billion more into cash Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) in the three months leading up to July than during the same period last year, according to recent data released by the Bank of England. The sharp increase in contributions comes amid speculation surrounding possible[Read More…]

Download IPFS The UK’s financial regulator has launched legal proceedings against Concept Capital Group (CCG), alleging the company raised over £23 million through an unauthorised investment scheme involving static homes intended for social housing. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) claims that CCG and several associated individuals and entities were involved[Read More…]

Download IPFS Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has reportedly found herself at odds with Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey after trying to intervene in Revolut’s ongoing efforts to obtain a full UK banking licence. The attempted move, aimed at expediting the regulatory process, underscores growing tensions between the[Read More…]