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Financial Times • Jun 26, 2025

AI returns have not yet justified investment mania

Despite ongoing enthusiasm surrounding artificial intelligence, the current financial outcomes have yet to align with the high expectations driving substantial investments in the s...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 26, 2025

Cutting down forests to feed Drax incurs a huge carbon cost | Letters

Subsidizing biomass energy by allocating billions to power stations like Drax has significant financial implications, as it supports practices with long-term environmental costs an...

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Sky News Money • Jun 26, 2025

Fresh drive to fix shortfalls in UK's economic statistics

The government plans to allocate ten million pounds to improve the reliability of key economic data produced by the Office for National Statistics, addressing ongoing concerns abou...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 26, 2025

Number of higher-rate UK taxpayers expected to hit more than 7m this year

Due to unchanged income tax thresholds since 2021, an additional half a million individuals in the UK will face a higher marginal tax rate on certain earnings in the upcoming fisca...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 26, 2025

Growing signs of slowdown in UK jobs market, says Bank of England governor

The anticipated reduction in employment opportunities and moderation in wage increases may influence the Bank of England's upcoming decision on interest rates amid changing economi...

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City A.M. • Jun 26, 2025

Starling Bank sets sights on US expansion

Starling Bank’s move to enter the US market aims to enhance its revenue streams and offset recent profit declines by tapping into new customer bases and expanding its international...

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City A.M. • Jun 26, 2025

The Eastern City BID Announces £100,000 Funding and Two-Year Partnership with Providence Row

The Eastern City Business Improvement District is allocating £100,000 and establishing a collaborative relationship with Providence Row for two years to advance support initiatives...

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Financial Times • Jun 26, 2025

Merz ‘delusional’ over US sparing German cars in EU trade deal

Brussels clarified to the German chancellor that the EU’s trade agreement with the US will not include special exemptions for the automotive industry, potentially impacting financi...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 26, 2025

Tennis chiefs lobby gambling firms to close accounts of those abusing female players

The financial impact on gambling companies could be significant as tennis organizations push for account closures linked to abusive messages, potentially reducing revenue from cust...

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City A.M. • Jun 26, 2025

Alibaba launches competition for UK and European SMEs

The new contest backed by Alibaba offers UK and European small businesses a combined prize fund of £750,000, aiming to promote innovative solutions with strong commercial prospects...

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City A.M. • Jun 26, 2025

What happened to River Island?

River Island faces financial challenges due to decreasing revenue and competitive pressures, prompting a strategic overhaul that may result in shutting down physical locations to s...

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Sky News Money • Jun 26, 2025

UK car exports to US halved ahead of trade war truce

Recent data shows that UK automobile shipments to the United States declined sharply, highlighting the considerable impact of increased tariffs on the sector's export performance b...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 26, 2025

Ministers refuse to name companies that lobbied them over foreign ownership of UK newspapers

The refusal to disclose which entities influenced recent adjustments in ownership rules may affect investor confidence and transparency in the media sector’s financial landscape in...

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City A.M. • Jun 26, 2025

City regulators must work more constructively with businesses, experts say

Improving collaboration between regulatory bodies and companies could reduce expenses associated with compliance, potentially enhancing operational efficiency and fostering a more...

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Financial Times • Jun 26, 2025

US goods exports tumble by most since 2020 as Trump’s tariffs disrupt trade

The recent sharp decline in American product shipments highlights the ongoing impact of tariffs introduced under the previous administration, significantly affecting international...

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City A.M. • Jun 26, 2025

City minister opens door to weakening banks ombudsman 

The potential reduction of authority for the Financial Ombudsman Service may impact how consumer disputes are resolved, influencing the regulatory environment and operational risks...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 26, 2025

Norway’s €19bn software company Visma picks London for IPO

The potential public offering of this major Norwegian software firm in London could strengthen the city’s financial markets by attracting significant investment following recent de...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 26, 2025

Clothing prices rising in US as Trump tariffs kick in, H&M boss says

Earlier modifications to trade policies have led to increased costs for importers, prompting some major apparel companies in the US to adjust their pricing strategies accordingly.

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City A.M. • Jun 26, 2025

Southampton owner Solak steps up £170m fight with London fund

Dragan Solak's intensified dispute with a major investment firm involves a substantial financial claim that could impact the ownership and management structure of his telecommunica...

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City A.M. • Jun 26, 2025

Bailey watching labour market softening ‘very closely’

The Bank of England’s leadership is closely monitoring recent indicators of weakening employment conditions, as changes in labor dynamics could influence future monetary policy dec...

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City A.M. • Jun 26, 2025

Sandwich or Confectionery? M&S strawberry sandwich raises VAT questions

The launch of M&S’s strawberry treat has sparked discussion about how it should be classified for tax purposes, potentially affecting the value-added tax applied to similar food it...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 26, 2025

Keir Starmer admits government has ‘asked a lot’ of business, and defends employment rights bill – b...

The government recognizes the considerable demands placed on businesses amid recent fiscal policies and emphasizes its commitment to economic stability and future-focused investmen...

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Sky News Money • Jun 26, 2025

Police identify seven suspects related to Post Office Horizon scandal

The identification of multiple individuals connected to the Post Office Horizon case may lead to significant financial implications, including potential restitution and changes in...

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City A.M. • Jun 26, 2025

Trump’s renewed Fed attacks help pound climb to three-year high

The pound’s rise to a multi-year peak against the dollar reflects market reactions to political developments affecting expectations about the Federal Reserve’s future leadership an...

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Financial Times • Jun 26, 2025

Jes Staley fails to overturn ban over Epstein links

A judge ruled that the former Barclays CEO did not fully reveal his association with a convicted offender, resulting in a reduced penalty of £1.8 million, highlighting notable fina...

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City A.M. • Jun 26, 2025

Labour welfare row will lead to tax hikes and higher interest rates

Ongoing political disagreements within the Labour government may limit monetary policy flexibility, potentially resulting in increased borrowing costs and additional tax pressures...

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City A.M. • Jun 26, 2025

Former Barclays boss Jes Staley fails to overturn leadership ban

Jes Staley’s upheld prohibition on executive roles may impact market confidence and corporate governance perceptions, potentially influencing Barclays’ leadership stability and inv...

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City A.M. • Jun 26, 2025

Week in Business: Is the jobs market in crisis?

Rising operational costs and regulatory challenges are coinciding with a decline in entry-level employment and the growing impact of automation on skilled professions, affecting ov...

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The Guardian – Business • Jun 26, 2025

Jes Staley loses legal case over City ban for misleading watchdog over Epstein links

The ruling confirms that Jes Staley is permanently prohibited from senior financial leadership roles in the United Kingdom, reflecting regulatory efforts to maintain integrity in t...

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BBC Business • Jun 26, 2025

Food giant threatens to close UK biofuel plant after US tariff deal

AB Foods has indicated it may cease operations at the UK's largest bioethanol facility if governmental measures are not implemented to address the challenges arising from recent in...

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