A bold initiative to build 12 new towns across England is set to be announced at the Labour Party’s annual conference in Liverpool. Steve Reed, the recently appointed housing secretary, follows the resignation of Angela Rayner and will present the ambitious blueprint, which aims to address the severe housing shortfall faced by the nation. The […]

The UK steel industry faces a grave threat as the European Union considers drastic changes to its import regime, which could deal a devastating blow to British manufacturers. Officials in Brussels are preparing to halve tariff-free quotas and double tariffs on steel imported from the UK to 50 per cent, under mounting pressure from steel […]

Leighton Snelgrove surveys his flourishing field on the edge of Uckfield in East Sussex, his herd of Sussex Red cows content with the late autumn grass. Yet the serene picture belies a turbulent year for British cattle farmers. This past summer, Britain endured its hottest weather on record, transforming vibrant pastures into dustbowls and leaving […]

Revolut, the rapidly expanding fintech powerhouse, is reportedly considering an historic dual listing in both New York and London, signalling a significant boost for the City and an evolution in founder Nik Storonsky’s approach to public markets. A valuation of at least $75 billion would make the float one of the largest on record, positioning […]

Jaguar Land Rover has secured a £1.5 billion government-backed lifeline to support its business and suppliers through to Christmas after a crippling cyberattack brought operations to a halt. Britain’s largest carmaker, which usually manufactures 1,000 vehicles daily across three UK sites, has seen global production suspended for almost a month following a significant breach of […]

The UK pharmaceutical sector, long celebrated as a linchpin of the British economy, now faces an unprecedented crisis following the imposition of sweeping new tariffs by Donald Trump. In a shock move, the US president announced 100 percent tariffs on pharmaceutical imports, hitting any company not already committed to manufacturing on American soil. As Britain […]

Tesco’s ambitions to cement its role as a leader in autonomous retail technology have run into major disruption after its key warehouse automation partner went bust. Earlier this year, the supermarket giant struck a significant agreement with Canadian robotics firm Attabotics to develop cutting-edge robotic warehouse systems, an initiative that formed part of Tesco’s strategy […]

Britain is poised to extend an invitation to Germany to join its Tempest next generation fighter jet initiative, amid mounting tensions between German and French defence partners over their rival European project. The Global Combat Air Programme, or GCAP, including the UK, Japan, and Italy, could soon open the door to German participation, according to […]

The US tech industry reeled this week after Donald Trump’s dramatic announcement of a new $100000 fee for each application to the H1B visa scheme a move certain to reshape the global technology talent market. Scenes of turmoil unfolded at San Francisco International Airport as dozens of Silicon Valley workers scrambled off planes or rushed […]

Rachel Reeves, the Chancellor, has arrived at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool amid growing unrest within her own government. Senior ministers are urging Reeves to relax her stringent spending rules as they seek funds to deliver Labour’s manifesto pledges. The pressure has mounted as Reeves tries to fill a £30 billion shortfall in public […]

An American investment titan is negotiating to acquire a substantial 50 per cent share of Hornsea 3, which is set to become the world’s largest offshore wind farm, off the coast of Yorkshire. Orsted, the Danish energy company, is seeking a deal that would value the stake at around £4.25 billion, from the project’s total […]

The Bank of England may soon have scope for fresh interest rate cuts as the main forces behind Britains sustained inflation begin to recede according to Swati Dhingra a rate setter on the Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee Writing in The Times Dhingra contends that restrictive monetary policy now risks doing more harm to the economy […]

Electronic Arts, the renowned California-based video game developer, is on the verge of a significant transformation as it enters advanced negotiations to go private. The anticipated deal, valued at approximately £50 billion, involves a consortium led by private equity firm Silver Lake and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund. The transaction is expected to be unveiled […]

Britain faces pressing financial decisions as Chancellor Rachel Reeves calls for an “ambitious” postBrexit youth migration agreement with the European Union. The chancellor prioritises a bilateral scheme enabling young people to live and work across the Channel, a move expected to boost economic growth and help close a looming £30 billion budget shortfall. Reeves revealed […]

The past year has seen a wave of digital assaults shake some of Britain’s most recognisable names to their core, exposing vulnerabilities across the UK’s intricate network of outsourced IT services. At the centre of this storm stands Tata Consultancy Services, the Indian outsourcing heavyweight whose rapid expansion and close ties with major British brands […]

Sir Richard Branson’s ambition for Virgin Group to operate high speed international rail services through the Channel Tunnel is drawing intense scrutiny as UK authorities signal stricter criteria for new operators entering this strategically critical market. The Office of Rail and Road is currently reviewing bids from several contenders to rival the longstanding Eurostar monopoly, […]

Petrol stations across the UK are under fire after the competition watchdog revealed a significant rise in profit margins at the pump. Motorists have been left paying much higher markups than in previous years, with profit margins more than doubling at leading supermarkets and climbing sharply at other forecourts. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) […]

Mark Carney, the Canadian prime minister and former Bank of England governor, has delivered a pointed warning to Sir Keir Starmer and the UK government. Addressing the Global Progress Action Summit alongside world leaders from Iceland and Australia, Carney argued that tax cuts for the British middle class are essential to counter rising discontent and […]

Sir Keir Starmer has signalled a determined drive to curtail the United Kingdom’s mounting out-of-work benefits bill – a policy move set to take centre stage at next week’s Labour Party conference in Liverpool. Freshly appointed Chief Secretary, Darren Jones, told The Telegraph that the existing welfare regime is entrenching dependency and requires urgent reform […]

As the UK heads into winter, a familiar set of symptoms—runny noses, coughs, fevers—are sweeping through households and workplaces. Recent data highlight that these afflictions are largely driven by a resurgence in Covid-19 cases, underpinned by a combination of factors including waning immunity, the emergence of a new variant and behavioural shifts. This autumn, attention […]

The European Union is rolling out significant changes to how British travellers enter its Schengen area, marking a new era for postBrexit tourism and business trips. These changes are set to impact millions of UK citizens from October 2025, with a full transition by April 2026. Understanding the implications and timelines of these systems is […]

The Co-operative Group has reported a significant financial loss after a cyber-attack struck the retailer earlier this year, damaging both its reputation and bottom line. Profits at the mutual have been hit by £80 million in the first half of the year, after the attack forced the group to shut down parts of its IT […]

The latest UK government bond auctions have revealed a notable drop in investor appetite, with policy ambiguity and mounting political risks causing turbulence in the debt markets. Yields on gilts rose on Thursday after a nine-year bond auction struggled to attract bids, echoing weak demand seen earlier this week for five and thirty-year bonds. The […]

Pressure is mounting on the government to compel defined contribution pension schemes to increase their investments in UK equities, as concerns grow over the future of Britain’s stock market and domestic economic growth. A recent report, backed by leading British asset managers and investment banks, recommends that workplace pension schemes allocate between 20 and 25 […]

A British fashion label with a loyal following among high society and celebrated figures such as the Princess of Wales and Victoria Starmer is achieving what eludes many retailers—an extraordinary expansion across the Atlantic. Me+Em, established in 2009 by Clare Hornby, is currently growing at a pace in the United States six times more rapid […]

BP’s latest World Energy Outlook forecasts that data centres supporting artificial intelligence are set to account for ten per cent of the growth in global electricity demand over the next decade. With the United States leading the charge for AI adoption, BP estimates American data centres could represent up to forty per cent of the […]

Goldman Sachs has delivered a significant blow to the City with the announcement that its £3 billion Petershill Partners investment vehicle will delist from the London Stock Exchange. The decision comes as Petershill plans to return $921 million to shareholders, marking the end of its stint as a listed asset on the FTSE 250. Despite […]

The Labour government is under mounting pressure as it considers approving limited expansions of existing North Sea oil and gas fields. While Labour’s manifesto has pledged a ban on new oil and gas licences, ministers and industry leaders are debating potential exemptions that could see “tiebacks” given the green light in the coming months. Tiebacks […]

The United Kingdom is on the verge of a significant policy shift as the government announces plans to introduce compulsory digital ID cards for every worker. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is preparing to unveil details of the initiative, which aims to strengthen measures against illegal migration and protect the domestic workforce from wage suppression […]

Reform UK is intensifying calls for sweeping changes to the Bank of England’s quantitative easing programme, urging Chancellor Rachel Reeves to seize a £20bn annual windfall by reforming the way the central bank handles money printing and bond sales. Richard Tice, the party’s deputy leader, revealed that he will write to both Reeves and the […]

Starbucks is embarking on a sweeping restructuring initiative, closing scores of cafes in the UK and North America while axing 900 non-retail roles, in a bid to revive the fortunes of the global coffee chain. The strategy, announced by Chief Executive Brian Niccol, has been prompted by waning sales, increased competition, and mounting operational costs. […]

Jaguar Land Rover JLR is making urgent efforts to restart the distribution of spare parts from its Midlands warehouse after a crippling cyber attack left operations at a standstill since late August. In a communication to suppliers, the carmaker revealed plans to ramp up inbound capacity starting Monday September 29 bringing hope for mechanics and […]

A “crisis of opportunity” is gripping the younger generation, as fresh research underscores the stark reality that almost none of the UK’s adults living with their parents can afford to purchase their own home. Official figures now show that 4.9 million adults remain in the family home, and the situation is especially dire in the […]

Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a video address at the United Nations climate summit in New York, unveiling China’s new emissions reduction commitment. By 2035, China pledges to cut greenhouse gas emissions by between 7 and 10 percent from their peak levels. The announcement has stirred debate among experts and policymakers, with widespread agreement that […]

Ed Miliband, the UK energy secretary, is prepared to advance new measures aimed at encouraging oil and gas drilling in the North Sea, despite Labour’s firm manifesto commitment not to issue fresh licences for exploration on new areas of the British seabed. The energy secretary is assessing innovative ways to support industry growth without breaking […]

Primary schools across England are facing an uncertain future as new analysis reveals that declining birthrates could lead to the closure of as many as 800 schools by the end of the decade. London is expected to experience the sharpest drop, with boroughs such as Islington, Lambeth and Southwark forecasted to see the most pronounced […]

A man in his forties has been apprehended in West Sussex as part of the ongoing investigation into the cyberattack that caused significant disruption to flights at London Heathrow and several major European airports last weekend. The National Crime Agency (NCA) has confirmed the arrest, conducted under suspicion of offences related to the Computer Misuse […]

Mobile and broadband companies are under scrutiny for engaging in questionable practices that make it challenging for consumers to secure better deals, potentially saving them up to £325 a year. This revelation comes from a recent report by Citizens Advice, which finds that three-quarters of those attempting to negotiate contract renewals encounter obstacles such as […]

Moderna has marked a significant milestone in the UK pharmaceuticals landscape by launching a £150m manufacturing and research facility in Oxfordshire. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, attended by Moderna’s chief executive Stéphane Bancel and the secretary for Health and Social Care Wes Streeting, signals the company’s commitment to expanding its footprint in Britain despite ongoing tensions over […]

The Bank of England is under mounting pressure from environmental groups to ramp up its response to the climate crisis, as campaigners mark ten years since Mark Carney’s landmark speech warning of the risks posed by short term policy horizons. Carney, who served as the Bank’s governor in 2015 and is now prime minister of […]

The UK government is weighing up significant measures to shield the country’s automotive supply chain from the worsening impact of the Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) cyber-attack. Following the production shutdown sparked by the August incident, ministers are exploring proposals that could see the state directly purchasing parts from suppliers in a bid to safeguard manufacturing […]

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is poised to announce a bold regeneration scheme aiming to address deepening discontent in many of the UK’s deprived areas. The government’s new initiative will direct tens of millions of pounds to more than 300 communities, particularly coastal towns, former coalfields, and market towns that have long suffered from economic neglect. […]

The upcoming autumn budget, set for 26 November 2025, is poised to become a vital moment for the UK government. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces the pressing challenge of a ballooning government deficit, with borrowing hitting £18 billion in August—its highest point in five years. Reeves is under mounting pressure to tighten fiscal policy in light […]

Britain is on course to endure the highest inflation among the G7 economies this year, with the latest OECD projections indicating mounting financial pressure across UK households. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development now expects annual inflation to hit 3.5 per cent by the close of the year, a notable increase from 2.5 per […]

Shares in Kingfisher, the owner of B and Q, surged by nearly a fifth after the company increased its annual profit guidance amid rising demand for kitchens and bathrooms. This dramatic rise dealt a significant blow to several hedge funds who had positioned themselves against the retail stalwart. Kingfisher now expects to deliver full year […]

Stellantis, the automotive powerhouse formed by the merger of Frances Groupe PSA and Fiat Chrysler, has announced a suspension of vehicle assembly at two of its vital European factories. Production at the Poissy site, located to the west of Paris, and the Pomigliano plant near Naples, will be halted in response to waning demand for […]

NHS staff outperformed government expectations last year, delivering a sharp improvement in productivity and offering a timely win for Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the crucial autumn Budget. For the year ending March, productivity across the UK’s healthcare system rose by an impressive 2.7 percent, surpassing the government’s 2 percent target according to new data […]

Pat McFadden, the newly appointed Labour Work and Pensions Secretary, has placed the focus of his tenure squarely on reintegrating idle young people into the workforce. The scale of the problem is stark: nearly 950,000 individuals aged 16 to 24 are now classified as NEETs—neither in education, employment, nor training—reflecting an increase of 200,000 since […]

Amazon has announced the closure of all 19 of its Amazon Fresh grocery stores across the United Kingdom, marking a significant retreat from its ambitions to rival the nation’s major supermarket chains. The decision, which puts around 250 jobs in jeopardy, comes despite the tech giant’s stated commitment to the British market and follows a […]

Pressure is mounting on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to execute a £6bn tax raid targeting pensioners, landlords and the self-employed, as advocated by the highly influential Resolution Foundation. The think tank, known for its close ties to Labour’s top economic advisers, recommends slashing employee National Insurance by 2p and shifting this burden to income tax, broadening […]

to motoring taxes are being proposed to bridge a looming fiscal shortfall. The influential Resolution Foundation think tank suggests that drivers in Britain should face a new pay-per-mile system to replace declining fuel duty revenues. The rise of electric vehicles and more efficient cars is quickly eroding the government’s income from traditional petrol and diesel […]

Revolut has announced plans to invest £3 billion in the United Kingdom over the next five years, as the fintech leader intensifies its pursuit of a full banking licence. Chief executive Nik Storonsky revealed the substantial investment at the official opening of Revolut’s new headquarters in Canary Wharf, a key location in London’s financial district. […]

The United Kingdom’s status as a global scientific powerhouse is under mounting threat as lengthy delays in security vetting for international researchers erode its competitiveness, prominent figures in academia have warned. The Academic Technology Approval Scheme (Atas), aimed at screening foreign scientists and safeguarding national security, has drawn sharp criticism from university leaders who describe […]

Recent public announcements of cancer diagnoses by high-profile figures have inadvertently contributed to significant delays in the National Health Service’s cancer referral process, a senior coroner has observed. Samantha Goward, senior coroner for Norfolk, highlighted that celebrities such as the Princess of Wales, King Charles, Sir Chris Hoy, Gordon Ramsay, and Ronnie Wood have encouraged […]

Reform UK’s ambitious commitment to slash £234 billion from Britain’s benefits bill by stopping foreign nationals from accessing welfare has been met with significant scepticism within political and economic circles. Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, unveiled sweeping proposals to scrap “indefinite leave to remain” and move all incoming workers onto new visas with a […]

Ocado shareholders had reasons to be concerned long before this autumn’s sharp downturn. The company’s partnership with US giant Kroger, once celebrated for its ambition to construct up to 20 automated warehouses across America, is now under threat. Kroger’s long-time chief executive Rodney McMullen, a steadfast ally of Ocado founder Tim Steiner, recently stepped down. […]

A sudden sell-off in the cryptocurrency market has wiped $1.5bn in leveraged bets, as investors who once rode a wave of optimism tied to Donald Trump’s pro-crypto stance now face heavy losses. Bitcoin slid by as much as 2.9pc to fall below $112,000 on Monday, while Ether plunged around 9pc to $4,075. This downturn follows […]

The Financial Times has substantially written down its investment in Sifted, the publication dedicated to European start-ups, after a sharp downturn in technology funding across the continent. Recent company filings reveal the FT increased its stake in Sifted from 14.4 percent to 17.5 percent in June 2024, investing £614,000 to bolster its position with the […]

Bristol Myers Squibb BMS has issued a pointed demand for the NHS to fund a greater share of pharmaceutical innovation calling for the UK to pay what it describes as a fair contribution toward new drug development In a move that aligns with emerging White House rhetoric BMS stated it would price its new schizophrenia […]

Amid mounting economic tension in Buenos Aires, the United States has signalled readiness to offer extensive support to President Javier Milei’s embattled Argentine government. Following a spell of rampant market volatility and sharp depreciation of the peso, Scott Bessent, the US treasury secretary, declared that “all options are on the table” for assisting Argentina. This […]

Government plans for a permanent nuclear waste disposal site in the UK face a pivotal shift, as ministers weigh up scrapping the requirement for local consent in an effort to accelerate crucial infrastructure. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has commenced a review that could allow the construction of a geological disposal facility […]

The government has approved Gatwick Airport’s £2.2 billion plan to build a second runway, a transformative project set to create an additional 14,000 jobs and increase capacity by 100,000 flights per year. The expansion, now officially backed by Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander, is privately financed and positions Gatwick to play a far larger role in […]

The Cotswold Company has defied the prevailing downturn in the furniture sector, posting impressive sales growth as discerning consumers turn away from throwaway furnishings in favour of quality and longevity. While competitors such as Madecom have struggled following the post-pandemic cooling of demand, the Gloucestershire-based business has not only weathered the volatility but also emerged […]

Britain’s largest investment platform is set to shake up the savings landscape as Hargreaves Lansdown unveils its first easy access cash Isa, developed in partnership with challenger bank Shawbrook. The new product launches at a variable rate of 3.45 per cent, with Hargreaves pledging not to let the rate fall more than 0.65 percentage points […]

Britain’s troubled intercity rail operator Avanti West Coast is locked in a confrontation with its train drivers after a recent pay offer was rejected, raising the threat of strike action in the coming months. Drivers on the line that connects London, Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, and Glasgow have turned down a proposed 3.4 per cent pay […]

BMW’s UK motor finance arm has dramatically increased the amount earmarked for potential compensation payouts as the ripples from the car finance mis-selling scandal continue to reverberate through the financial sector. The German carmaker’s British finance division has now set aside nearly £207 million, an uptick from £70.3 million previously, to cover the cost of […]

A fresh wave of anxiety has swept through the City of London as major UK-founded technology firms prepare to launch their initial public offerings (IPOs) outside the capital, raising urgent questions about the future of Britain’s most important equity market. Barney Hussey-Yeo, founder of Cleo, an artificial intelligence powered fintech that has grown to a […]

In a stark warning, Matt Clifford, chair of the Advanced Research and Invention Agency and former adviser on artificial intelligence to the British government, has expressed grave concerns over the United Kingdom’s sluggish adoption of AI. Clifford, who authored the government’s AI action plan, has argued that the nation’s economic engines could face a protracted […]

Britain’s manufacturers have come under increasing pressure as the United States has collected an unprecedented 1.36 billion dollars in tariffs on British exports in just four months. This figure is six times higher than the same period last year and surpasses the tariffs paid on exports from rival nations such as France and Spain. Figures […]

The National Health Service is making a significant stride towards modernising diagnostics with the introduction of a cloud-based screening platform designed to accelerate the identification of chronic diseases. With an initial investment of £6 million, the AIRSP platform aims to consolidate IT systems across NHS trusts, enabling clinicians nationwide to access the latest artificial intelligence […]

Corporate Travel Management CTM, one of Australia’s most prominent travel companies, faces mounting scrutiny after its suspension from the Australian Stock Exchange following the discovery of significant anomalies in its financial accounts. With a market capitalisation reaching A25 billion, the company’s abrupt trading halt shocked the investment community and raised important questions about its long […]

Amid growing warnings from industry leaders and union chiefs, Labour is poised to soften its landmark policy on new North Sea oil and gas exploration. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband, who previously pledged not to issue new licences for additional fields, is now considering a compromise that could see ‘tie-backs’—new fields linked to existing operations—permitted, according […]

The billionaire owner of LVMH, Bernard Arnault, has voiced strong opposition to France’s proposed wealth tax, warning that its introduction could significantly damage the nation’s economy. Arnault, currently the richest individual in France, described the plan as a deliberate attack on successful enterprises, rather than a reasoned economic policy. The measure, championed by economist Gabriel […]

Billionaire Larry Ellison, long considered in the shadow of other tech icons such as Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Mark Zuckerberg, and Elon Musk, has stepped decisively into the limelight. At 81, Ellison recently saw his personal fortune surpass Elon Musk’s, propelled by renewed investor optimism in Oracle and the accelerating artificial intelligence boom. Despite Oracle’s […]

Plans to launch the first TNT production facility in Europe in decades have encountered significant delays, as Swebal, a Swedish defence company, grapples with stringent European Union regulations. Chief executive Joakim Sjöblom has highlighted how excessive bureaucratic demands have hindered progress, stalling much-needed rearmament efforts on the continent. Before breaking ground on the new site […]

A significant development has emerged in the ongoing negotiations over TikTok’s operations in the United States. The White House has revealed that the evolving agreement aims to secure American control of both the video platform’s influential algorithm and the majority of seats on a board overseeing its US activities. Central to the discussions is the […]

Retail sales in Great Britain recorded a modest rise in August, with official data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) revealing a 0.5 percent increase for the month. This uptick was due in large part to an unseasonably warm spell and a flurry of back-to-school shopping activity. Clothing retailers enjoyed a healthy boost, posting […]

The Financial Conduct Authority has ordered car insurers to pay out more than £200 million in compensation to 270000 drivers after uncovering a widespread practice of undervaluing vehicles when settling claims due to theft or write-off. This revelation follows a comprehensive review by the regulator, which found many motorists were short-changed by their providers at […]

British savers have injected a record-breaking £103bn into individual savings accounts over the 2023-24 tax year, highlighting the nation’s preference for the certainty of cash in uncertain economic times. According to the latest HM Revenue and Customs figures, 15 million new Isas were opened during the period – a substantial leap from 12.4 million the […]

Flights at Heathrow Europas busiest airport faced significant disruption today after a cyberattack crippled checkin and boarding at major European travel hubs including Brussels and Berlin. The incident highlights increasing concerns over the security of critical infrastructure integral to the aviation sector and global commerce. The root cause of the delays stems from a cyberattack […]

Rachel Reeves, the current Chancellor, faces mounting criticism over her intention to attend a private reception hosted by gambling industry chief lobbyist Michael Dugher, at a time when the Treasury is actively reviewing taxes on the £12bn betting sector. The timing of her appearance, set for the Labour party conference in Liverpool, has prompted warnings […]

Analysts at Wood Mackenzie, a world leader in energy data, have revealed that Britain’s North Sea could hold up to three times more recoverable oil and gas than currently estimated by the government. Their report suggests as much as 14 billion barrels remain extractable from existing fields, compared with the 4 billion barrels outlined by […]

The British car industry faces its greatest challenge in years as a cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover creates widespread turmoil throughout its critical supply chain. Four weeks have passed since JLR, renowned for producing Jaguar and Range Rover vehicles, was forced to halt production due to a significant security breach. The suspension has sent […]

Richard Liu, the billionaire founder of JD.com, has called the past five years the dreariest chapter in his career. The Beijing-based ecommerce giant, known as Jingdong in China, is now looking to Europe and, in particular, the British high street as it seeks growth beyond an increasingly saturated Chinese market. JD.com stands as the largest […]

Back in 2012, a Greggs sausage roll was priced at a modest 66p. Fast forward to 2025 and shoppers now face a cost of £1.30 for the same popular snack, an increase that almost doubles its original price. This sharp rise spotlights the broader pressures of food inflation affecting high street retailers and consumers alike […]

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure to increase taxes in the forthcoming November budget after official figures revealed government borrowing soared to a five year high in August. Data from the Office for National Statistics showed a borrowing figure of £18 billion, the largest since August 2020. This total surpassed last year by £3.5 […]

Spire Healthcare, one of the United Kingdom’s leading private healthcare providers, is actively weighing up a potential sale. The company, currently listed on the FTSE 250, faces mounting discontent from key shareholders and its board regarding its £1 billion valuation on the London Stock Exchange. Spire, which operates 38 hospitals and more than 50 clinics, […]

Nvidia, the world’s most valuable company, is set to invest $500 million in Wayve, the British self-driving car technology developer, in a move that highlights the soaring international interest in the United Kingdom’s artificial intelligence sector. The announcement came during President Trump’s state visit, with Nvidia unveiling a £2 billion investment strategy to back leading […]

Policymakers at the Bank of England and the Treasury are now navigating economic decision-making with less confidence, as the quality of labour market data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) continues to erode. The ONS recently revealed a drop in the response rate to its jobs survey for the first time in nearly two […]

Vladimir Putin is poised to increase the financial burden on Russia’s wealthiest citizens, with new tax proposals aimed at funding the protracted war effort in Ukraine. As Russia’s fiscal pressures mount, the Kremlin is considering substantial measures, such as elevating taxes on dividends and luxury goods—a move President Putin justified by referencing similar policies implemented […]

The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, is set to announce a review of Britain’s digital services tax (DST) as she prepares for her Autumn Budget. This decision comes at a time of mounting calls from the White House to abolish the levy, spurred by President Donald Trump’s ongoing criticism that the DST unfairly targets American technology giants. […]

A new era for atomic energy is mounting, as Britain and the United States lay the groundwork for nuclear-powered cargo ships and floating nuclear power stations. This bold step, heralded by a recent technological partnership between Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump, could see the development of container vessels with onboard nuclear reactors. These ships, […]

The European Union has announced plans to stop importing Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) one year earlier than previously scheduled, in a move designed to increase economic pressure on Vladimir Putin’s regime and curb funds used to sustain the war in Ukraine. The embargo, now due to take effect by the end of 2026, follows […]

Retail giant Next has sounded the alarm on the UK’s economic outlook, stating that the nation faces a prolonged period of slow growth due to mounting tax burdens and tightening regulation. Announcing its results for the six months to July, the FTSE 100-listed retailer reported a 10.3 percent year-on-year increase in sales, reaching £3.3bn, and […]

Novo Nordisk, headquartered in Copenhagen, has seen its shares surge by more than 6 per cent after unveiling promising results from a late-stage clinical trial of its new anti-obesity tablet. The pharmaceutical company gained approximately £9 billion in value in a single trading day, providing a much-needed boost after nearly 60 per cent was wiped […]

Nvidia, the world’s leading chipmaker, has revealed plans to invest $5bn in Intel and enter into a significant collaboration with the embattled semiconductor firm. This move comes just a month after the Trump administration confirmed it had acquired a ten percent stake in Intel, an extraordinary intervention that sent markets into a frenzy. Nvidia’s announcement […]

UK taxpayers have suffered a staggering loss of £400 million following the collapse of hundreds of start-ups backed by the government’s pandemic-era Future Fund, an initiative introduced by Rishi Sunak during his tenure as chancellor. Originally launched in May 2020, the Future Fund aimed to inject life into emerging businesses at a time of crisis, […]

The Bank of England is pressing pause on the pace of its much discussed quantitative tightening programme, an economic measure that has quietly but significantly reshaped UK public finances. This process—essentially the opposite of the quantitative easing deployed during the 2008 financial crisis—has become a central topic in conversations about government debt, inflation, and the […]

Two British teenagers have been charged with orchestrating a significant cyberattack against Transport for London, a breach that inflicted losses exceeding £39 million on the capital’s transport authority. The defendants, Thalha Jubair, 19, from east London, and Owen Flowers, 18, from Walsall, are alleged to have played leading roles in the hack which unfolded on […]

President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, declaring that illegal immigration is eroding Britain ‘from within’ and suggesting the use of military force to curb small boat crossings in the English Channel. At a joint press conference following Trump’s two day state visit, the US President drew parallels […]