Business
Retail Sales Growth to Slow Across US and Europe in 2026 Amid Consumer Pressure
Retail sales growth is set to slow across the US, UK, France, and Germany in 2026 as households face ongoing…
Global Airline Profits Expected to Reach $41 Billion in 2026, Driven by Emerging Markets
Global airline profits are projected to hit $41 billion this year, as strong passenger demand and favourable fuel prices support…
UK Capital Gains Tax Receipts Fall as Investors Delay Disposals
Capital gains tax (CGT) receipts in the UK fell sharply in 2025, reinforcing concerns that higher taxes on investment gains…
Tariff Disputes Top Concerns for UK SMEs Amid Global Trade Tensions
More than one in five UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) say international trade tariff disputes remain the single biggest…
UK Employers Rethink Healthcare as Demand for Weight-Management Drugs Surges
UK employers are facing mounting pressure to rethink their healthcare and benefits strategies as demand for weight-management drugs rises among…
Labour Plans Major Investment in UK Self-Driving Startup Oxa
Labour is preparing to channel tens of millions of pounds of public funds into British self-driving technology company Oxa as…
