As footfall takes a dive, restaurants say energy bills will crush them
The hospitality sector says energy price hike of £7.3 billion is unsustainable in the wake of reduced government support, as it also faces reduced consumer spending
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UK household debt surpasses £2 trillion amid soaring cost of living
Household debt exceeds £2 trillion for the first time in UK history. As consumers struggle with the skyrocketing costs of living, financial literacy hits rock bottom.
Banking rebound remains fragile as regulators review response to failures
Investor confidence in the banking sector remained fragile on Tuesday, with the European Central Bank (ECB) saying recent volatility highlighted the need for greater regulatory scrutiny.
Should the government regulate Bitcoin or does Bitcoin in fact regulate the government?
"It is hard to hold the government accountable for their mistakes. At the same time, it gives governments the excuse to continue their nefarious accounting behind the scenes."
Investment analysis expert reveals surprising similarities between young and old investors
Emma Wall of Hargreaves Lansdown reveals younger investors are more interested in tech investments while the older generation are more likely to invest in pharma companies.
Credit Suisse takeover, central bank action calm jittery markets
Moves by authorities to avert a global banking crisis appeared to have lifted market confidence on Monday as investors welcomed emergency dollar liquidity from top central banks and a historic Swiss-backed acquisition of troubled Credit Suisse by UBS Group.
Voice Call Verification Technology: How It Works and Why You Need It
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Analysis: UK businesses mull moving cash after SVB chaos
British banks are seeing a pick-up in enquiries to switch cash between institutions after the collapse of U.S.
Dealers see UK gilt issuance around 232 billion pounds in 2023/24: Reuters poll
Dealers expect Britain to ramp up issuance of government bonds in the coming financial year, although by less than suggested by Debt Management Office (DMO) forecasts published in November, a Reuters poll showed on Tuesday.
The number of women in the financial markets grows every year despite stereotypes
Statistics from XTB group suggest the percentage of women interested in financial markets has increased from 16 per cent in 2022, with women working in the financial sector contributing £1.12 trillion to the UK economy.
Proposed data bill to save UK economy £5 billion in 10 years
A new proposed UK data bill would reduce pointless paperwork for UK businesses and other EU countries could follow suit to ease European companies.
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Find the best VPN services for your privacy and security needs. Read expert reviews and compare the top-rated VPN providers of 2023.
iMac 2023 rumours: Apple to likely focus more on specs rather than design of its next iMac
If current rumours are anything to go by, the iMac 2023 will retain the design of its predecessor but offer improved specifications.
Baker Greggs sees more growth as Britons 'seek value'
British bakery and fast food chain Greggs forecast more growth this year, as its value products, longer opening hours, loyalty app and new menu options like hot wraps and loaded wedges help drive sales despite squeezed consumer incomes.
Ford taps masses of vehicle data to stay ahead in commercial van market
Ford Motor Co's push to use reams of data generated by its vans and trucks - from engines to oil filters or brake pads - to attract more customers in the European and U.S.
Why thousands of people who thought they were British could lose their citizenship
EU law, which had direct effect in the UK until Brexit, effectively created a conditional residence for EU nationals
Analysis: Competition hots up as British banks fight to keep earnings rising faster than costs
British banks face a tougher battle for mortgage customers and business borrowers in 2023, as rising costs and deposit rates paid to long-suffering savers threaten to outpace flatlining profit margins, senior industry executives and analysts said.
Australia plans to limit early access to retirement funds, cut tax breaks
Australia's centre-left government said on Thursday it would push ahead with plans to change superannuation rules, including restricting early access to funds until retirement and limiting tax breaks for high-earners.
Lloyds faces housing market chill as profit growth stalls
Britain's Lloyds Banking Group signalled that falling house prices, competition on savings and rising costs may crimp future returns after reporting flat profit growth for 2022.
Analysis-To raise prices or not? Consumer goods makers weigh bets on buyer strength
Prices of everyday basics like Bounty paper towels and Cadbury chocolate may rise again this year while those of others like Clorox Co wipes and Diet Pepsi are likely to stay steady.
Aussie supermarkets set to capitalise on high inflation, but softer demand ahead
Australian supermarkets will reap bigger profits in fiscal 2023 half-year due to decades-high inflation and increased savings, but analysts warned of a rough second-half as households reel from mounting expenses due to higher cost of living.
Hermes beats forecasts on robust growth in China, U.S.
Birkin bagmaker Hermes said that wealthy Chinese clients snapped up its products in the fourth quarter even as the rest of the luxury sector took a hit from rising COVID infections, helping it beat sales and margin forecasts.
Ford to cut 3,800 jobs in Europe, mostly Germany, UK
US automaker Ford said Tuesday it would cut 3,800 jobs in Europe, mostly in Britain and Germany, as competition in the electric car sector intensifies.
Mark Gurman reveals why Apple Pay Later, iPhone subscription service have been delayed
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has revealed why Apple's financial services aren't likely to see the light of day anytime soon.
New Apple iMac launch postponed, here's when its coming
Apple isn't likely to launch the new iMac anytime soon, according to a report by Mark Gurman of Bloomberg.
France hit by new strikes, protests over pension reform
Fresh strikes hit trains, schools and refineries in France on Tuesday over an unpopular pension reform pushed by President Emmanuel Macron, with nationwide protests planned for later in the day.
Amazon's outlook disappoints as customer budgets stay tight
Amazon.com Inc on Thursday said its operating profit could fall to zero in the current quarter as savings from layoffs do not make up for the financial impact of consumers and cloud customers clamping down on spending.
Vodafone endures more pain in Spain and Germany
Vodafone reported a steeper-than expected slowdown in its third quarter, the first under interim boss Margherita Della Valle, after service revenue in Spain slumped and there was a further deterioration in Germany, its biggest market.
IMF lifts 2023 growth forecast on China reopening, strength in U.S., Europe
The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday raised its 2023 global growth outlook slightly.