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UK Business Pessimism Stalls Growth, Study Finds

New research reveals UK financial leaders are the world's least optimistic, with risk aversion becoming a major barrier to economic growth. Discover the four key policy shifts needed to restore confidence.

Top 6 Business Books of 2025 for UK Executives

Discover the City Editor's top six business books for 2025, featuring exposés on Big Tech, globalisation risks, and building a better economic future. Perfect for the high-flying executive in your life.

Small brewers call for business rates rethink

UK's independent brewers warn of closures and price rises if planned business rates changes proceed. They urge the Chancellor to protect the sector's future. Read more.

UK 2026 Growth Forecast Slashed to 1% by KPMG

KPMG forecasts UK GDP growth will slow to 1% in 2026, with unemployment rising to 5.2%. Business surveys reveal deepening pessimism across services and manufacturing sectors.

Business Confidence Hits 5-Year Low After Budget

A major survey reveals business confidence has dropped to its lowest level since April 2020 following the recent Budget, with investment and hiring intentions in sharp decline. Read the full analysis.

Chancellor's Growth Budget Faces Fiscal Questions

Chancellor Rachel Reeves' first budget targets economic growth through business investment and planning reforms, but questions remain about fiscal responsibility. Read our analysis.

Small Business Tax Squeeze in Autumn Budget

Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget delivers bitter cocktail for SMEs with dividend tax rises, frozen thresholds until 2030-31, and tighter enforcement. Discover how small businesses are affected.

Fiscal Uncertainty: Britain's Hidden Business Tax

MP Liam Byrne warns Britain's fiscal instability is a major tax on growth. Discover the five key shifts needed to unlock investment and rebuild the UK's growth machine for the AI age.

OBR needs rule-based framework to stay independent

The Office for Budget Responsibility faces calls to implement transparent forecasting rules as it prepares to cut productivity growth estimates. Learn how this could protect fiscal credibility.

Investec Scales Up Mid-Market Business Services

Banking group Investec reveals a major push into the underserved mid-market sector, aiming to boost profitability by 200 basis points. Discover its UK and South Africa expansion plans.

MHA revenue up 13% after London listing success

MHA reports impressive 13% revenue growth to £56.1m following its London stock market debut. Discover how the accounting firm plans to expand its private equity and international services.

iPhone 17 Deals Cheaper Than Black Friday

UK small businesses can get iPhone 17 and MacBook deals for under £30 monthly with no upfront cost. Exclusive subscription offer beats Black Friday prices.

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