UK Wage Growth Slows to 5.7% as Job Market Cools
Official figures show UK wage growth slowed to 5.7% while unemployment rose to 4.3%, signalling a cooling labour market that could influence Bank of England interest rate decisions.
Official figures show UK wage growth slowed to 5.7% while unemployment rose to 4.3%, signalling a cooling labour market that could influence Bank of England interest rate decisions.
Exclusive analysis reveals UK food inflation is significantly higher than in Germany, Spain, and France, placing immense strain on British households and raising questions about post-Brexit trade impacts.
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Barclays CEO C.S. Venkatakrishnan calls for restraint in public sector wage increases to curb inflation, warning of economic consequences without fiscal discipline.
A parliamentary committee has launched a scathing attack on Asda and its financial app partner, Wagestream, for promoting high-interest loans and controversial financial products to its low-paid employees.
Fresh US Census data reveals a concerning economic trend: while median household income has dipped, inflation continues to erode purchasing power, creating a financial strain for American families.
Exclusive data reveals London's food inflation is significantly higher than the UK average, with major supermarkets facing accusations of profiteering. Discover which boroughs are hardest hit and why.
Australia's retail titans, Woolworths and Coles, are embroiled in a massive wage underpayment scandal, with a combined bill of nearly A$1 billion owed to hundreds of thousands of past and present employees.
The Football Association has introduced a historic minimum wage for women's footballers in England's top two tiers, marking a pivotal moment for professionalism and player welfare in the game.
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Exclusive investigation reveals UK financial wellbeing app targets vulnerable low-wage workers with costly credit products, raising serious ethical concerns about the fintech sector.
In a historic move, California's government has mandated a minimum wage and benefits for gig economy drivers, setting a new precedent for worker rights in the state.
A damning new report reveals Australia's wealth gap is widening at an alarming rate, with executive pay soaring while worker wages stagnate. Discover the stark realities of the nation's cost-of-living crisis.
Former 'Strictly Come Dancing' star Thomas Skinner has ignited a debate by revealing the show's celebrities are not paid to compete, while professional dancers face their own pay disputes with the BBC.
Official figures show a dramatic surge in UK air fares this summer, with prices skyrocketing due to persistent inflation and soaring jet fuel costs. Discover what's driving the increase and how it's affecting holidaymakers.
Fast-fashion giant PrettyLittle Thing faces a severe backlash and accusations of exploitation after advertising a warehouse job in Burnley for a shockingly low wage, reigniting the debate on workers' rights in the UK.
In a major relief for households, UK food inflation has dropped to its lowest level since January 2023. We break down which grocery prices are falling fastest and what it means for your weekly shop.
New data reveals a sharp decline in UK retail sales, with like-for-like growth turning negative. Soaring food inflation and the cost-of-living crisis are forcing consumers to cut back severely on non-essential spending.
New research reveals the staggering number of years it would take the average British worker to earn £1 million. We break down the numbers and show why it's a near-impossible dream for most.
A surprising economic shift is underway as UK service sector wages for baristas, bartenders, and hotel staff surge past traditional white-collar roles, driven by post-pandemic demand and a tight labour market.
Food delivery giant DoorDash has been ordered to pay £1.7 million in a landmark UK ruling for systematically denying its couriers basic workers' rights, including minimum wage and holiday pay.
Business leaders sound the alarm as Labour's planned increase to the National Living Wage is branded an 'inflation tax' that could cripple SMEs and force price hikes across the UK.
New analysis reveals the complex mix of global and domestic factors, from climate change to Brexit, that are keeping UK food inflation stubbornly high and squeezing household budgets.
UK inflation unexpectedly jumped to 2.3% in July, dashing hopes for an August interest rate cut. Soaring air fares and rising clothing costs are blamed, putting the Bank of England's next move under intense scrutiny.
In a fresh blow to household budgets, UK inflation rose to 2.5% in April, driven by soaring energy bills and stubborn service costs. The surprise jump dashes hopes for an imminent Bank of England interest rate cut, prolonging the cost-of-living squeeze fo
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Australia raises its minimum wage to £15.76 per hour to combat rising living expenses. Could this set a precedent for the UK?
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