House prices slump around London as northern markets rise
House prices in London and the South East have fallen sharply, with Crawley and Brighton among the worst hit. Discover the data and the regional market divide. Read the full analysis now.
House prices in London and the South East have fallen sharply, with Crawley and Brighton among the worst hit. Discover the data and the regional market divide. Read the full analysis now.
Plymouth recorded the UK's steepest house price rise in 2025 at 12.6%, as London's market stalled. Discover the hotspots and the factors driving this localised property boom.
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The US economy expanded at a robust 4.3% annualised rate in Q3 2025, far exceeding expectations. The strong data complicates the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions amid mixed inflation and jobs signals. Read the full analysis.
London house prices are falling in half its boroughs, with prime areas like Kensington hit hardest. Discover the data and political drivers behind the capital's property divide.
UK business leaders warn of a prolonged private sector slump until Spring 2026, driven by pre-Budget investment freezes and hiring pauses. Explore the CBI data and economic impacts.
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Richard House Children's Hospice in Beckton enters administration, leaving 600 vulnerable children without full support. Replacement hospice won't be fully operational until March.
New economic modelling suggests government-backed low-deposit schemes can push house prices up by 10-20%, disproportionately harming low-income first-time buyers. Discover the long-term impacts.
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New analysis reveals the East Midlands is set for 94% house price growth, surpassing London. Discover the top investment spots like Nottingham and Derby.
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Tesla launches a cheaper Model 3 in Europe to counter plunging sales, driven by Musk's political controversies and fierce Chinese competition. Will it revive demand?
UK house prices reached a new record high in November, but annual growth slowed to its weakest rate since March 2024. Experts cite budget uncertainty and affordability hurdles.
Halifax reports UK house prices were flat in November, while BDO data shows weak in-store sales growth. Affordability for first-time buyers hits strongest level since 2015. Read the full analysis.
UK drivers face stubbornly high petrol and diesel costs despite a drop in oil prices. We examine the clash between retailers, regulators, and campaigners over alleged profiteering and complex supply chains.
Katie Price has vehemently denied claims made by journalist Miranda Sawyer that she bullied her during an interview, labelling the broadcaster a 'liar' on her own podcast. Get the full story on this celebrity clash.
A severe PC memory chip shortage, driven by AI industry demand, risks pushing up prices for PlayStation and Xbox consoles and could delay next-gen launches. Read the full analysis.
Ofgem announces a £28bn energy infrastructure investment, adding £108 to average household bills by 2031. Get the full breakdown of costs and government support.