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News in Review Wednesday 23rd September 2026

In this week’s news – Bank Rate held at 3.75% for the sixth time in a row, US interest rates rise, the Chancellor attempts to strengthen EU ties a..... Read More

News in Review Wednesday 16th September 2026

In this week’s News in Review, positive economic data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), oil prices on the rise again, the government an..... Read More

News in Review Wednesday 9th September 2026

This week John Healey delivered his first major speech as Chancellor, business confidence increases by 4 points, the latest data on the manufacturing ..... Read More

News in Review Wednesday 2nd September 2026

Housing market improves, Burnham boosts business confidence, difficulties in the retail sector and US inflation still high. Key takeaways:<..... Read More

News in Review Wednesday 26th August 2026

Annual UK inflation rate 2.9% in July, consumer confidence improves, boost in business activity and rise in financial anxiety. Key takeaway..... Read More

News in Review Wednesday 19th August 2026

UK economy growth, latest employment and earnings figures, pensioner poverty and water bills set to rise Key takeaways:
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News in Review Wednesday 12th August 2026

Public spending to support British jobs, consumers face more expense, UK service sector returned to growth and house price update Key takea..... Read More

News in Review Wednesday 5th August 2026

Bank rate held at 3.75%, Budget confirmed, Burnham commits to social care reform, retail sales and private sector updates Key takeaways: Read More

News in Review Wednesday 29th July 2026

Andy Burnham’s first week as Prime Minister, June’s easing inflation, oil price volatility plus US tariffs and house price growth Key t..... Read More

News in Review Wednesday 22nd July 2026

A dramatic week in Downing Street following Keir Starmer's departure from Number 10 and the UK economy shows modest growth Key takeaways: Read More

News in Review Wednesday 15th July 2026

Business confidence takes a dip, improved outlook for UK says IMF, Nato Summit update, mortgage costs set to rise Key takeaways: ..... Read More

News in Review Wednesday 8th July 2026

House price growth ticked higher in June, the economic impact of the World Cup, and the ECB Forum on Central Banking Key takeaways: Read More

News in Review Wednesday 1st July 2026

Q1 data shows the UK economy expanded by 0.6%, Burnham sets out his vision for government and ISA reforms announced. Key takeaways: Read More

News in Review Wednesday 24th June 2026

Keir Starmer’s resignation announcement, annual inflation remained at 2.8% in May and the UK and US hold interest rates Key takeaways: Read More

News in Review Wednesday 17th June 2026

The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) lowers UK growth predictions, US-Iran deal imminent, welcome retail sales lift Key takeaways: Read More

News in Review Wednesday 10th June 2026

Middle East conflict impacts global growth, comfortable retirement unattainable for many and manufacturing shows recovery. Key takeaways: Read More

News in Review Wednesday 3rd June 2026

Average UK house price growth slows, London leads Europe tech sector, energy bills to rise, vehicle production stabilises. Key takeaways: Read More

News in Review Wednesday 27th May 2026

Inflation eased in April, UK trade deal with Gulf partners, Fuel Duty freeze extended and unemployment rate rises. Key takeaways: ..... Read More

News in Review Wednesday 20th May 2026

Figures show the UK economy grew 0.3% in March, outline of the King’s Speech, Trump visits Beijing as US inflation soars. Key takeaways:<..... Read More

News in Review Wednesday 13th May 2026

House prices remained relatively stable last month, elections shake up UK politics and manufacturing sees a positive Q2 start. Key takeaway..... Read More

News in Review Wednesday 6th May 2026

Monetary Policy Committee held Bank Rate at 3.75%, business confidence dropped in April, housing market shows resilience Key takeaways: Read More

News in Review Wednesday 29th April 2026

The latest Office for National Statistics inflation figures, the US State visit, IHT receipts continue to climb Key takeaways: Read More

News in Review Wednesday 22nd April 2026

UK economy grew 0.5% in February, uncertainty over raised interest rates, BTL lending surges, cash ISA deals record high. Key takeaways: Read More

News in Review Wednesday 15th April 2026

IMF and World Bank Washington meeting, Starmer visits Middle East, shift in housing market, share of private pension wealth Key takeaways:<..... Read More

News in Review Wednesday 8th April 2026

UK house price growth regains momentum, UK to strengthen EU ties, business confidence boosts and minimum wage increases. Key takeaways: Read More