Premier League clubs face huge tax rise on stadiums
Premier League clubs, including Arsenal and Man Utd, face massive business rate hikes after Labour's budget. Stadium valuations jump 25%, with bills set to rise for years. Read the full analysis.
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ANZ warns of 'extended period' of high mortgage rates
Homeowners in Australia face a prolonged period of high interest rates as ANZ abandons plans for cuts. The RBA holds the cash rate at 3.6% amid stubborn inflation. Read the full analysis.
2026 State Pension and DWP benefit increases confirmed
Millions across the UK will see State Pension and benefit payments rise from April 2026. Here's what you need to know about the new rates for Universal Credit, PIP, and more.
Mortgage rate rise adds £422 to monthly payments
Average UK mortgage rates have increased slightly, adding hundreds to monthly costs. We break down the impact on buyers and what experts predict for the rest of the year.
FTSE 100 Rises as Whitbread Slumps on Budget Changes
The FTSE 100 ended a winning week up 1.9% despite Premier Inn owner Whitbread plunging 11% on a £50m business rates hit from the Budget. Discover the full market movers.
Asda sales fall 3.8% amid IT problems and government criticism
Asda reports a 3.8% sales drop, blaming self-inflicted IT issues and government policies for killing consumer confidence. Read the full analysis of the supermarket's challenges.
Businesses to Slow Hiring After Autumn Budget
A new poll shows 56% of business leaders plan to slow hiring due to the Autumn Budget's measures, including tax threshold freezes and a higher minimum wage. Discover the impact on UK growth.
Airports Group Hits Out at Budget's Business Rate Rise
Manchester Airports Group criticises the Chancellor's business rate increase, warning of higher airfares and reviewed investment plans. Discover the impact on UK travel.
Pub Giant Warns of £130m Cost Hit from Soaring Bills
Mitchells & Butlers, owner of All Bar One, reports rising profits but warns of a £130m cost surge from wage hikes and food inflation. Discover how the pub sector is navigating these headwinds.
Retailers Urge Faster End to Import Tax Break
British retailers demand immediate end to £150 import tax break, calling current system unfair to UK businesses. Government urged to act before April 2026 deadline.
Business Reaction: Reeves' Budget Lacks Growth Measures
Business leaders express disappointment as Rachel Reeves' budget offers few pro-growth initiatives despite OBR's bleak forecasts. Discover the key takeaways and industry reactions.
Budget threatens pubs with 66% business rates rise
UK pub bosses warn the Budget's business rates overhaul threatens jobs and venues, with average bills set to soar by 65.9%. Discover the impact on your local.
Airport Tax Rise To Increase Holiday Costs For Families
Chancellor's business rate increase will see Heathrow's bill double to £240m, with costs passed to passengers. Discover how your next holiday will be affected.
Budget brings business rates relief for retailers
UK retailers welcome business rates changes in the budget, avoiding the worst-case scenario. Sainsbury's CEO says 'industry concerns have been heard'. Read the full analysis.
Supermarket tax rise could push up food prices
The Chancellor's new business rates surtax on large retailers like supermarkets may lead to increased food bills for consumers. Discover how this Budget decision impacts your shopping basket.
Food price rise warning as Reeves hikes supermarket taxes
Supermarkets warn shoppers will face higher food bills after Chancellor Rachel Reeves abandons plan to exempt grocers from business rates increase. Read the full analysis.
Reeves Braces for Business Clash Over Budget Tax Rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces business backlash over minimum wage increases and wealth taxes in her make-or-break Budget. Will her cost-of-living measures balance the books?
Minimum wage hike sparks business backlash over jobs
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces an inflation-busting minimum wage increase for millions, promising to 'properly reward' workers as business leaders warn it could drive unemployment.
UK Pubs Fear Budget 2025 After 400 Closures in 2024
Britain's pubs face a 'make or break' Budget as industry warns of closures, price hikes, and job losses. Publicans dread further tax increases after a bruising few years.
Eurotunnel cancels UK investments over tax hike
Channel Tunnel operator halts £15m UK projects as business rates set to triple, joining Exxon and AstraZeneca in investment freeze ahead of Budget. Read the full analysis.
NYC restaurants halt expansion over $30 minimum wage fears
Leading NYC restaurateurs freeze expansion plans, warning Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's progressive agenda could trigger mass closures. Read how $30 minimum wage threatens hospitality sector.
US Foreclosures Soar 20% in Economic Warning
US foreclosure filings surge nearly 20% annually as higher mortgage rates and inflation strain homeowners. Explore the latest housing market data and economic concerns.
Co-op opens 50 UK stores before Christmas
The Co-op is opening 50 new and refurbished stores across the UK before December 25, urging the government for business rates reform to sustain high street investment.
Budget 2025 may trigger mass pub closures
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is warned the Budget risks the 'biggest loss of pubs in a generation' as closures could hit six a day. Urgent action on business rates and beer duty is demanded.
ITV in talks to sell broadcasting arm to Sky
Exclusive: ITV considers historic sale of broadcasting division to Sky as Bank of England holds interest rates steady amid market uncertainty.
Bank Governor faces backlash over mortgage comments
Andrew Bailey's suggestion that struggling homeowners should 'just absorb' higher mortgage payments sparks outrage as Nationwide reports significant payment increases for thousands.
Sainsbury's warns of new food price rises
Sainsbury's CEO Simon Roberts reveals budget pressures and rising business rates will force another round of food price increases, impacting millions of British shoppers.
Sainsbury's warns of food price rises due to business rates
Sainsbury's CEO Simon Roberts reveals shoppers face higher grocery bills as the retail giant grapples with increased business rates and operating costs.
London business activity hits 13-month high
London's private sector surges with strongest growth in over a year, outpacing national average as business confidence soars across the capital.
UK lenders slash mortgage rates after inflation fall
Nationwide and Lloyds Banking Group announce significant mortgage rate reductions following improved inflation data, providing relief for borrowers across Britain.
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