Sir Keir Starmer confronts a major challenge as business leaders warn his New Deal for Working People could cost firms billions. Angela Rayner pushes for swift implementation, setting up a tense Whitehall showdown over the future of UK employment law.
The Guardian's 2025 league table uncovers the best UK universities for Business & Management degrees. Discover which institutions are leading in graduate prospects, student satisfaction, and teaching quality for future business leaders.
Discover 'Revenge Savings', the post-pandemic financial phenomenon where Brits are shunning frivolous spending and building formidable savings pots instead. We explore the psychology behind the trend and its impact on the UK economy.
Major UK retailers face a £1.5bn business rates hike from April 2026, threatening store closures and job losses as the industry warns of a 'tipping point' for the high street.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Labour's plan to overhaul business rates, freeze the multiplier, and increase the threshold for small business relief, aiming to revitalise Britain's struggling high streets.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to overhaul the UK's business rates system, branding it an unfair 'high street tax' that stifles growth and punishes brick-and-mortar retailers. Discover the plan for reform.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces the abolition of the current business rates system, launching a comprehensive review to create a fairer tax regime for UK high streets and level the playing field with online giants.
A popular Sydney eatery, 'The Shed', has shocked its loyal patrons by announcing its immediate and permanent closure, citing overwhelming family reasons and leaving a community in mourning.
Australian fast-food favourite Guzman y Gomez faces significant hurdles in its ambitious US expansion, with reports of financial losses, leadership exits, and a struggle to adapt its menu for American tastes. Is the burrito bubble bursting?
Exclusive: Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield slam parent company Unilever for abandoning ethical values, warning customers and staff of corporate betrayal.
A UK mum transformed her crochet hobby into a thriving £80k business after quitting her job, proving passion projects can be profitable. Discover her inspiring journey from side hustle to success.
UK savers face a harsh reality as average ISA rates fall dramatically, offering negative real returns despite the Bank of England's base rate remaining at 5.25%.
Exclusive: Major banks are quietly cutting savings rates, leaving millions of Britons earning less. Experts reveal why you must act immediately and where to find the best returns.
Exclusive: The Plum savings app uses cutting-edge AI technology to automate savings and investments, helping UK users save over £2 billion. Discover how it analyses spending patterns to grow your money effortlessly.
Prominent billionaire and former Trump supporter issues a stark warning, claiming the President's financial strategies are jeopardising the economic security of ordinary Americans and their hard-earned savings.
Exclusive analysis reveals a growing savings gap in the UK, with high street banks offering paltry returns while the best easy-access deals deliver 25 times more interest. Discover why loyal customers are losing out.
Exclusive: A new government initiative is offering a market-leading 6% interest rate on savings, providing a major boost for savers across England and Northern Ireland amidst the cost-of-living crisis.
Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of Premium Bonds holders are missing out on significant returns compared to best savings accounts. NS&I's flagship product under scrutiny.
Exclusive: Howard Lutnick of Cantor Fitzgerald is reportedly in advanced talks with the former US President to develop a major real estate venture in Japan's capital, signalling Trump's post-election business ambitions.
Yorkshire's beloved Spotted Cow Cookies has ceased trading, leaving 25 employees jobless and customers heartbroken. The family-run bakery, famed for its gourmet biscuits, succumbed to the relentless pressure of the cost-of-living crisis and soaring inflat
A Warwickshire businessman has been hailed a hero after his blistering Facebook response to a group of women who launched a vicious campaign of abuse against his young employees, calling their behaviour 'utterly disgusting'.
After a gruelling 15-year battle, Nuneaton business owner Paul Edwards triumphs over a wrongly issued parking fine that threatened to destroy his livelihood and home.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a furious backlash from business leaders for her 'deafening silence' on the upcoming Autumn Budget, creating crippling uncertainty for UK firms and sparking fears of a major economic misstep.
Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority has uncovered a major failure by UK banks to pass on interest rate rises to savers, disproportionately harming vulnerable and older customers. Discover the findings and what it means for your money.
Exclusive: Arthur T. Demoulas, the ousted CEO beloved by workers, enters mediation in a dramatic final attempt to buy back the 50.5% stake of the Market Basket grocery chain and end the family feud that has paralysed the business.
The Duchess of Sussex has abruptly closed her lifestyle venture, ShopMy, just weeks after its high-profile launch, sparking speculation and industry analysis.
HMRC is urging UK savers to claim a new £1,000 tax-free savings allowance before the April 5th deadline. Discover how to protect your interest from the taxman and which accounts qualify.
Exclusive: The multi-billion pound Kraft Heinz merger is under intense scrutiny as major investors push for a potential breakup of the food and condiment titan. Analysts suggest a split could unlock significant value.
A UK business owner fights back against shoplifters by publicly shaming them with hilarious CCTV footage of them stealing rubber ducks, bath bombs, and chocolate. His viral campaign highlights the growing crisis facing small retailers.
Exclusive: A major superannuation fund collapse has wiped out the life savings of thousands of Australians, sparking government scrutiny and a desperate fight for justice. Discover the full story.