Sainsbury’s and M&S warn Budget may push up prices
A number of major firms have warned over the impact of higher National Insurance costs....
How do UK interest rates affect me and my money?
Bank of England interest rates affect the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people....
House prices at record high, says Halifax
Despite the increase, the lender warns mortgage costs could remain “higher for longer” following the Budget....
Bank of England expected to cut interest rates
Most analysts predict the rate will fall from 5% to 4.75% when the decision is announced at 12:00 GMT....
Will Trump’s victory spark a global trade war?
Trump has promised tariffs on all foreign goods. If he follows through, many smaller economies may be forced to respond in kind....
Asian stock markets rise as US election in focus
Investors are also focused on a US central bank rate decision and a key announcement on the Chinese economy....
Warning millions will struggle to pay water bill rises
A proposed average rise of 21% a year will cause ‘intolerable strain’, a consumer group warns....
Treasury ‘may have broken law’ ahead of March Budget
Meg Hillier, chair of the Treasury committee, made the comment after hearing evidence from the boss of the UK’s official spending watchdog....
PM responds to Sir Alan Bates after repeated requests
Sir Alan wrote to the PM twice in the past month, urging him to ensure victims receive full financial redress by March next year....
Primark owner profits jump despite summer washout
It said clothes sales in the UK and Ireland grew despite dampened demand for beach and swimwear....