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City A.M. • Jul 08, 2025

Brits back spending cuts over tax rises

Recent surveys indicate that the majority of British voters favor reducing government expenditures rather than increasing taxes, highlighting a potential challenge for the current...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 08, 2025

Innocent subpostmasters went to jail, but now it is clear: the Post Office boss class belong there i...

The wrongful convictions led to significant financial compensation demands and raised concerns about corporate accountability, affecting public trust and prompting reforms in overs...

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City A.M. • Jul 08, 2025

Post Office and Fujitsu chiefs ‘maintained fiction’ on faulty Horizon system

The flawed Horizon system led to significant financial discrepancies for postmasters, resulting in wrongful accusations and compensation claims that had considerable economic impac...

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Financial Times • Jul 08, 2025

Rishi Sunak joins Goldman Sachs as senior adviser

Rishi Sunak’s return to Goldman Sachs as a senior adviser highlights his continued influence within the financial sector and may impact strategic decisions at the global investment...

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Financial Times • Jul 08, 2025

Wall Street turns more bullish on US stocks despite Trump’s tariff threats

Several major financial institutions have increased their forecast for the S&P 500, indicating growing investor confidence in the U.S. market despite ongoing concerns about trade t...

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City A.M. • Jul 08, 2025

Rishi Sunak rejoins Goldman Sachs as an adviser

Rishi Sunak’s return to a senior advisory position at a major financial firm underscores his ongoing influence within both the political and economic sectors, potentially impacting...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 08, 2025

‘Now Brexit is behind us’: what’s at stake as Macron makes state visit to the UK?

The upcoming state visit highlights the importance of maintaining strong economic and diplomatic connections between the UK and France to support significant bilateral trade and ad...

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Sky News Money • Jul 08, 2025

Public finances in 'relatively vulnerable position', OBR warns

The government's official economic body has indicated that the current state of the country's budget may face challenges, highlighting potential risks to fiscal stability in the ne...

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City A.M. • Jul 08, 2025

Abu Dhabi sovereign investor eyes $100m slice of Revolut

A state-owned investment firm from Abu Dhabi is in advanced talks to acquire an additional $100 million share in Revolut, potentially expanding its existing holdings in the digital...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 08, 2025

UK public finances on ‘unsustainable’ path amid growing climate, debt and pension costs

The Office for Budget Responsibility has indicated that rising expenses related to environmental challenges, retirement funding, and existing liabilities could cause the UK’s natio...

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City A.M. • Jul 08, 2025

UK cannot afford triple lock pension, OBR says

The Office for Budget Responsibility has indicated that maintaining the current pension increase policy may strain public finances, prompting debates over welfare adjustments to en...

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Financial Times • Jul 08, 2025

UK faces ‘daunting’ risks to public finances, OBR warns

The fiscal watchdog indicates that the country’s capacity to manage unexpected economic challenges has significantly weakened, posing considerable concerns for the stability of gov...

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Sky News Money • Jul 08, 2025

David Lloyd Leisure owner TDR Capital close to finalising £2bn 'sale'

The current private equity firm supporting the premium fitness chain is nearing completion of a transaction valued at approximately £2 billion, ensuring their ongoing stewardship o...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 08, 2025

M&S chair reveals two recent major company hacks have ‘gone unreported’; UK public finances ‘facing...

Recent undisclosed cybersecurity breaches at a major retailer highlight growing concerns about vulnerabilities that could contribute to increased financial pressures on the UK gove...

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Financial Times • Jul 08, 2025

Germany warns EU ready to retaliate unless US reaches ‘fair’ trade deal

Germany signals that unresolved trade disagreements with the United States could prompt the European Union to implement countermeasures, potentially affecting tariffs, market acces...

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City A.M. • Jul 08, 2025

M&S chair: UK needs to muscle up to tackle cyber threats

Marks and Spencer’s chair highlighted that enhancing the UK’s cybersecurity capabilities is essential to protect financial interests and foster greater confidence among investors i...

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Financial Times • Jul 08, 2025

Japan business accuses Tokyo of ‘mistake’ in US trade talks strategy

Analysts suggest that the Japanese government’s approach to negotiating tariff exemptions with the United States may have impacted economic relations and trade revenues between the...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 08, 2025

Monzo fined £21m after customers used No 10 and Buckingham Palace as addresses

The substantial monetary penalty imposed on Monzo highlights regulatory concerns over inadequate verification processes amid rapid customer growth, emphasizing the importance of st...

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City A.M. • Jul 08, 2025

Revolut: UK fintech launches stocks and shares ISA

Revolut’s introduction of stocks and shares ISAs in the UK broadens its financial services, enabling users to invest in a wide range of ETFs through collaborations with major asset...

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Sky News Money • Jul 08, 2025

Octopus Energy to pay £1.5m over prepayment meter billing error

Octopus Energy will distribute £1.5 million in repayments and compensation due to delays in delivering final bills to customers, as highlighted by the energy regulator Ofgem.

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City A.M. • Jul 08, 2025

Rachel Reeves’ Cash ISA plans will punish Brits who just want stability

The proposed changes to Cash ISAs aim to encourage investment among the public, but critics argue they may disadvantage those seeking low-risk, stable savings options.

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Financial Times • Jul 08, 2025

UK watchdog fines Monzo £21mn for ‘falling far short’ on financial crime

The UK regulator imposed a £21 million penalty on Monzo due to inadequate measures in preventing financial misconduct, highlighting the bank's acceptance of customers providing que...

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Sky News Money • Jul 08, 2025

UK to miss deadline to agree steel and aluminium tariffs

Failing to finalize an agreement on steel and aluminium tariffs by the set deadline may lead to prolonged trade uncertainties, potentially affecting market stability and economic r...

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City A.M. • Jul 08, 2025

OBR warns unfunded spending to damage UK finances amid ‘daunting’ risks

The Office for Budget Responsibility has highlighted that increased expenditure without corresponding revenue could strain the UK’s fiscal health, especially given ongoing internat...

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City A.M. • Jul 08, 2025

M&S shares sink lower after failing to recover from cyber attack

The ongoing decline in M&S’s stock price reflects investor concerns over the company’s ability to fully regain market confidence following the earlier cybersecurity incident.

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City A.M. • Jul 08, 2025

London Marathon Events sprints to record surplus as profits surge

London Marathon Events experienced significant financial growth last year, with revenue increasing by nearly £11 million and pre-tax profit rising to £12 million, contributing a su...

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City A.M. • Jul 08, 2025

Hundred teams to be buoyed by hike in IPL franchise valuations

The recent rise in the estimated worth of IPL franchises is expected to positively impact the financial prospects of associated Hundred teams amid growing market competition.

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City A.M. • Jul 08, 2025

Charities ‘penalised’ by Rachel Reeves’ taxes   

The increase in employers' national insurance contributions has raised operational costs for many charities, potentially reducing their available resources and affecting staff comp...

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The Guardian – Business • Jul 08, 2025

RBA interest rates: Reserve Bank of Australia leaves cash rate on hold at 3.85%

The Reserve Bank of Australia's unexpected decision to maintain the cash rate at 3.85% may affect borrowing costs and financial market expectations, impacting household mortgage pa...

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City A.M. • Jul 08, 2025

Stephen Kinnock says Reeves looking ‘very carefully’ at wealth tax

Health Minister Stephen Kinnock indicated that the government is seriously considering implementing a tax targeting accumulated assets, reflecting increased political support follo...

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