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Nike Faces Price Hikes as Trump Tariffs Loom

Sportswear giant Nike could see significant price increases for British consumers if Donald Trump implements proposed tariff policies, potentially adding hundreds of pounds to popular footwear.

Private sector jobs surge past pre-pandemic peak

Exclusive analysis of ONS figures shows a dramatic jobs market reversal, with private sector employment hitting a record high as the public sector workforce contracts for the ninth consecutive quarter.

Kingfisher Shares Dive on OECD UK Warning

B&Q owner Kingfisher hit by market turmoil following OECD's downgraded UK growth forecast, as Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces immediate economic pressure.

Seven UK Property Markets Shift to Favour Buyers

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic power shift in the UK property landscape, with seven major metropolitan areas now favouring purchasers amid growing concerns of a market correction. Discover the locations where negotiating power is returning to buyer

UK Sees 60% Surge in Million-Pound Home Sales

Exclusive analysis reveals a 60% surge in £1 million+ property sales across England and Wales, with the Cotswolds, Knutsford, and Harpenden emerging as the top hotspots for luxury home buyers.

UK House Price Divide: South Stalls, Scotland Soars

Exclusive analysis of the latest ONS figures shows a stark North-South divide in the UK property market, with Scotland's house prices surging as the South East plateaus. Discover the regions bucking the national trend.

UK's Best & Worst High Streets Revealed

Exclusive research by the Mirror names Westminster as Britain's top shopping destination, while Blackburn faces a stark struggle. Discover the full ranking and what it means for your local high street.

Sunbelt Housing Panic: Property Prices Plummet

Exclusive: The Sunbelt's red-hot housing market faces a sharp correction as property prices plummet and inventory surges, signalling a major shift for buyers and investors.

Scott Bessent's Hedge Fund Targets UK Mortgage Market

Hedge fund titan Scott Bessent's Key Square Capital is making a major play in the UK mortgage sector, acquiring stakes in lenders that focus on 'principal residence' loans. This strategic move signals a major bet on the stability of the UK housing market.

Temu's UK Revenue & Profits Soar in Stunning Growth

Chinese online marketplace Temu more than doubled its UK revenues to £1.1bn and saw pre-tax profits skyrocket in its first full year of operation, new filings reveal. Discover the strategy behind its rapid conquest of the British retail market.

Sydney Property Booms as Melbourne Market Stagnates

A dramatic two-tier property market emerges across Australia. New data reveals Sydney's house prices are skyrocketing towards record highs, while Melbourne's market stagnates and Brisbane shows strong growth. Experts analyse the driving forces behind this

Luckin Coffee Overtakes Starbucks in Chinese Market

In a stunning corporate comeback, Chinese coffee giant Luckin Coffee has dethroned Starbucks to become the market leader in China, reporting record sales and profitability just years after a major accounting scandal.

Kmart's Global Takeover: The Aussie Retail Giant's Next Move

The humble Australian discount retailer Kmart is taking the world by storm. Discover how its unique 'hustle' strategy and new Asian mega-store are setting the stage for global retail supremacy, challenging giants like Target and Big W.

UK House Price Crash Alert: Major Cities Show Warning Signs

Exclusive analysis reveals alarming property market indicators across Britain's largest metros. Liverpool, Manchester, and Birmingham show critical overvaluation signals that could precede significant price corrections. Discover which areas are most at ri

UK Wage Growth Cools to 5.7% as Job Market Slows

New official figures reveal UK wage growth slowed to 5.7% in the three months to August 2025, as the labour market shows clear signs of cooling. Unemployment holds steady at 4.3% while job vacancies continue their decline.

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.

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