Study shows one in three workplace savers have increased monthly contributions; a rise from 5% to 7% could add about £52,000 under typical assumptions
Analysis shows Sunderland, Aberdeen and Darlington offer the greatest choice of properties under £150,000, while affordable stock is scarce in London and the South East
ONS wealth breakdown and new income trackers show property and pensions dominate wealth, while disposable and discretionary incomes remain squeezed — weighing on consumer spending and business sentiment
Rachel Higham steps down after leading digital response to Easter intrusion; operations director Sacha Berendji to assume responsibilities
Nikkei, Hang Seng and other regional indexes gain after U.S. data bolsters hopes for a Federal Reserve policy shift
ONS data show zero monthly growth as manufacturing weakness offsets services gains, renewing questions about tax rises and fiscal plans
ONS and retailer figures show household disposable and discretionary income have lagged since 2020, leaving many households — including those on six-figure salaries — cutting back and weighing on hospitality and retail.
Dallas-based subprime used-car retailer's liquidation sheds light on rising auto debt, borrower delinquencies and potential losses for major banks.
Divine Beauty Specialists' website and social accounts taken down after abrupt shutdown; customers say memberships and cosmetic packages were sold before closure