The British labour market is experiencing an unprecedented slowdown, with hiring demand among UK employers falling to its lowest level in recent memory. A recent global employment outlook survey by
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves has addressed cabinet ministers with a stark warning on government finances, directing all departments to operate strictly within their budgets as the nation faces rising borrowing costs
British employers are preparing to increase consumer prices to offset higher payroll taxes, triggering concerns about sustained inflation pressures, according to a recent S&P Global business sentiment survey. The research
The United Kingdom has surpassed both the United States and Japan as a premier investment destination, according to senior executives at Britain’s largest corporations. The latest Deloitte quarterly survey of
British employers’ hiring confidence has plummeted to its lowest level in 13 years, despite indications of a summer uptick in economic output. The BDO Business Trends barometer reveals this significant
Business confidence has climbed to its highest point since before the October budget, largely driven by a delay in US reciprocal tariffs. According to the Institute of Directors’ latest economic
The hospitality industry in Britain faces a significant challenge as national insurance contributions are set to rise sharply. With a combined increase of £25 billion in employer national insurance contributions,
British employers are preparing to implement the most significant wave of redundancies in a decade as business confidence deteriorates amid looming tax increases scheduled for April, following Rachel Reeves’ autumn
British business leaders’ confidence experienced a modest uptick in December, although persistent concerns about rising costs could hamper growth prospects in 2025. The Institute of Directors’ (IoD) economic optimism index
British businesses are showcasing remarkable optimism for 2025, with fresh survey data revealing that 70% of companies anticipate increased turnover in the coming year, marking a significant rise from 62%
The UK’s economic outlook appears increasingly challenging as Chancellor Rachel Reeves concludes the parliamentary Christmas break amid concerning financial data. Public finances for the current fiscal year have deteriorated beyond
British manufacturing output contracted at its sharpest rate in nearly a year during November, highlighting deepening challenges within the sector as it navigates increased taxation and potential trade disruptions. The
The American economy has achieved its highest output level in 31 months following Donald Trump’s election victory, driven by his promises of tax reductions, tariffs, and deregulation. The composite purchasing
