UK Bank Holiday Changes for 2026 and 2027 Confirmed
The UK government has confirmed changes to bank holidays for 2026 and 2027, with Boxing Day moving and an extra festive day off in 2027. Plan your annual leave now.
The UK government has confirmed changes to bank holidays for 2026 and 2027, with Boxing Day moving and an extra festive day off in 2027. Plan your annual leave now.
What does 2026 hold for your finances? We analyse expert predictions on interest rates, mortgages, household bills and the UK economy. Plan ahead for the year.
The Bank of England has cut interest rates to 3.75%, the lowest since 2023. Discover how this and falling inflation will affect your mortgage, savings, and cost of living in 2026. Plan your finances now.
The Bank of England's latest rate cut to 3.75% is a boost for some borrowers but could hit savers. Find out if your mortgage will get cheaper and how savings rates are affected.
The Bank of England has cut its base rate to 3.75%, the lowest since February 2023, offering relief to borrowers. Discover what this means for your mortgage and savings.
Annual UK house price growth eased to 1.7% in October, with London seeing a 2.4% drop. Experts anticipate a Bank of England rate cut, potentially boosting mortgage offers. Read the full analysis.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent proposes a three-year residency rule for Federal Reserve bank presidents, potentially increasing White House influence over the independent central bank. Read the full analysis.
Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic announces retirement, creating a key vacancy as Trump administration pressures the central bank. Read the full analysis.
Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic will retire in February, creating a pivotal opportunity for President Trump to increase his sway over US interest rates and monetary policy.
Andrew Bailey's suggestion that struggling homeowners should 'just absorb' higher mortgage payments sparks outrage as Nationwide reports significant payment increases for thousands.
Nationwide and Lloyds Banking Group announce significant mortgage rate reductions following improved inflation data, providing relief for borrowers across Britain.
The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains its tough stance against inflation, keeping interest rates at 4.35% while households face mounting financial pressure from rising expenses across housing, utilities and essentials.
Exclusive: Jim Chalmers reveals inflation battle far from over as Australians face ongoing cost-of-living pressures. The Treasurer warns of difficult months ahead despite RBA holding rates steady.
As the Reserve Bank governor deploys sporting metaphors, stretched Australian households face mounting financial pressure with no relief in sight for cost of living crisis.
The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains current interest rates at 4.35% for the fifth consecutive meeting as inflation battle continues. Governor Michele Bullock signals cautious approach despite economic pressures.
The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains current interest rates despite unexpected inflation data, signalling cautious optimism amid economic uncertainty. Analysis of what this means for mortgages and the broader economy.
Financial guru Scott Pape delivers scathing assessment of Reserve Bank's interest rate decisions, claiming Australians are paying the price for economic mismanagement in cost of living crisis.
Exclusive analysis reveals American households are burning through cash reserves as high interest rates and persistent inflation create perfect financial storm.
The Federal Reserve maintains interest rates amid cooling inflation and unexpected economic strength, with new projections revealing policymakers' cautious optimism.
The Federal Reserve maintains current interest rates as inflation concerns persist and economic growth shows signs of slowing, creating global market uncertainty.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers cautious message on interest rates, emphasising need for sustained inflation control before considering cuts. Market reactions and economic outlook analysed.
The Reserve Bank of Australia has dashed hopes for imminent rate cuts, maintaining current settings amid persistent inflation pressures and economic uncertainty.
Jerome Powell signals Federal Reserve will maintain current interest rates despite cooling inflation, requiring more evidence before considering cuts as labour market remains strong.
Australian inflation cools to 4.2% in October, offering hope to households amid cost-of-living crisis. The Reserve Bank's interest rate pause appears to be working, but economists warn the fight against rising prices continues.
Fresh economic data reveals Australia's inflation rate accelerated to 3.7% in September, dealing a blow to hopes of imminent interest rate relief and putting pressure on household budgets.
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell pushes back against Donald Trump's demands for interest rate cuts, asserting the central bank's independence amid political pressure and economic uncertainty.
Donald Trump delivers stark warning to financial markets, suggesting economic turmoil will follow if he fails to secure November victory in unprecedented political intervention.
Donald Trump capitalises on latest US inflation data to launch blistering attack on Biden's economic record, as political battle over economy intensifies ahead of potential election rematch.
Financial markets are experiencing significant turbulence as fears grow over deteriorating loan quality, drawing alarming parallels to the 2008 banking crisis that shook global economies.
Wall Street banking titan Jamie Dimon warns of potentially devastating economic storms ahead, citing persistent inflation and geopolitical tensions as major threats to global stability.