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City A.M. • Jun 18, 2025

Tax hikes dragging investment to worst level since pandemic, CBI says 

Recent increases in employment-related taxes have led businesses to reduce their investment activities significantly, resulting in the lowest commitment to spending on assets in ha...

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City A.M. • Jun 17, 2025

UK economy rebound hopes gather as City ‘ready to invest’ 

Recent business surveys indicate cautious optimism in the UK market, suggesting potential increases in investment and economic growth that could positively impact overall financial...

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City A.M. • Jun 13, 2025

Big cities, big potential: The Spending Review rightly prioritises urban growth

The recent fiscal plan allocates increased resources to urban areas, aiming to enhance infrastructure and innovation, which is expected to improve economic performance and contribu...

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Financial Times • Jun 12, 2025

UK economy suffers worst monthly contraction since 2023

The 0.3% drop in GDP during April marks a notable setback for the UK economy, underscoring the difficulty faced by the government in stimulating economic expansion.

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CNBC Business • Jun 12, 2025

UK economy shrank sharply in April as Trump tariffs and tax rises kicked in

In April, the United Kingdom experienced a notable economic contraction influenced by increased international trade barriers and higher domestic taxation, according to recently rel...

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City A.M. • Jun 12, 2025

UK economy shrinks more than expected in blow to Reeves

The unexpected decline in the UK’s economic output during April indicates a potential slowdown that may affect investor confidence and hinder short-term financial recovery efforts.

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Sky News Money • Jun 12, 2025

UK economy contracts - with record fall in exports to the US

In April, the UK's economic performance declined beyond forecasts, largely influenced by a significant decrease in exports to the United States amid ongoing trade tensions and tari...

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City A.M. • Jun 10, 2025

Unemployment creeps up as firms cut jobs following Reeves tax raid

Recent job reductions by companies have led to a slight increase in the unemployment rate, potentially challenging government efforts to stimulate economic growth and improve emplo...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 07, 2025

Pensions report cuts Reeves’ planned growth funds from £160bn to £11bn

A government assessment significantly reduced the estimated funds from workplace pension surpluses available for economic investment, challenging projections that aimed to substant...

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City A.M. • Jun 04, 2025

Business investment could be revived in ‘promising’ sign, BCC says

A prominent commercial organization forecasts a substantial increase in company spending this year, indicating a potential boost to productivity and economic expansion after years...

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Financial Times • Jun 03, 2025

UK set to back Nato push for members to spend 3.5% of GDP on defence

The UK is anticipated to support NATO’s proposal for increased defence budgets, highlighting the importance of higher military expenditure amid ongoing political scrutiny regarding...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 03, 2025

Why are steel and fishing the only industries politicians care about? What about the ones that make...

Although steel and fishing receive significant political attention, sectors like education contribute substantially more to the UK economy, highlighting a disparity in the prioriti...

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City A.M. • May 28, 2025

UK public spending will swell to more than half of GDP, IMF warns

According to the IMF, government expenditures in the UK are expected to rise substantially, exceeding fifty percent of the nation's economic output and necessitating difficult fisc...

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BBC Business • May 27, 2025

IMF raises UK growth forecast as it warns on tax and spending

The IMF's updated projection of a 1.2% expansion highlights moderate economic improvement while cautioning that fiscal policies involving taxation and government expenditures may p...

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The Guardian – Business • May 27, 2025

IMF lifts UK growth forecast for 2025; markets welcome US delay to EU 50% tariffs – business live

The International Monetary Fund’s updated projections indicate improved economic prospects for the United Kingdom in 2025, while the postponement of US tariffs on European goods ha...

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The Guardian – Business • May 27, 2025

Rachel Reeves should refine fiscal rules to avoid emergency spending cuts, IMF says

The IMF’s improved growth outlook for the UK highlights the importance of revising fiscal strategies to maintain budget stability and reduce the risk of sudden reductions in public...

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City A.M. • May 22, 2025

UK economy shows early signs of recovery after ‘Awful April’ 

Recent data indicates that the UK’s service sector experienced modest expansion in May, suggesting potential improvement in overall economic activity following a challenging period...

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City A.M. • May 21, 2025

Hercules PLC: Powering Britain’s infrastructure ambitions

Hercules PLC is positioned to benefit from extensive upcoming investments in the UK’s infrastructure, contributing to the development of transport, energy, and digital systems whil...

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City A.M. • May 20, 2025

Greene King vs Spoons: Who is winning the great British pub battle?

Greene King and JD Wetherspoon, as leading pub chains with extensive locations nationwide, play a significant role in the British economy by generating substantial revenue and offe...

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