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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.

London's Top 3 Independent Shopping Streets

New research reveals the UK's best high streets for indie shops, with three London locations making the top 10. Discover where to find unique boutiques and support small businesses.

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.

AI Reshapes B2B Sales and Entrepreneurship

Alibaba.com reports a paradigm shift in global commerce as AI search surges 100%, offering SMEs a competitive edge. Discover how agentic AI is becoming the platform's operating system.

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