Historic London stockbroker First Equity targets Northwest UK growth with a new Liverpool base, revealed at a charity lunch. The firm is also the recognised broker for Everton Football Club share auctions.
Activision confirms Fallout TV show character skins for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's first season. Read the details on this Microsoft-driven crossover and fan reaction.
Angela Rayner is writing a memoir detailing her journey from poverty to Deputy PM and her resignation over a stamp duty row. The book, set for 2026, fuels talk of a future Labour leadership challenge.
GameCentral readers express deep concern over plummeting console sales, the struggles of Call Of Duty, and the future of major publishers. Is the gaming bubble bursting?
US video game console sales plummet to a 30-year November low. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 tops charts but faces a steep decline, while Battlefield 6 leads 2025 sales. Full analysis inside.
London house prices fell by 2.4% in October 2025 as Budget turmoil hit the market. Discover the UK-wide trends and expert forecasts for 2026.
The FCA's Consumer Duty overhaul may free wealth managers from rigid annual reviews, focusing on client needs. Discover the future of financial advice in the UK.
BAFTA-winning actor Anna Maxwell Martin reflects on her childhood as a 'happy weirdo', her driven career, and navigating single motherhood after her husband's death. Read her candid interview.
Drivers face new Vehicle Excise Duty hikes from April 2026. See the full list of petrol and diesel car tax bands and find out exactly how much more you'll pay.
Tim Levene, CEO of Augmentum Fintech, voices significant concerns over the UK's proposed private share trading scheme, highlighting liquidity and valuation challenges for investors.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 leads November's PS5 sales charts in the US and Europe, yet industry analysts report it is underperforming compared to previous titles. Discover the full story behind the sales figures and fan discontent.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves reduces the cash ISA allowance to boost investment. Discover why tax-free savings remain vital and how to navigate the new rules before the 2027 deadline.
A West London council has apologised and paid £250 to a domestic abuse victim after a watchdog found poor communication caused her 'frustration and uncertainty' over her housing situation.
Labour faces backlash over a £5bn tax raid on salary sacrifice pensions and new powers to mandate fund investments, with critics warning of a 'war on savers'. Read the full analysis.
A quick-thinking off-duty paramedic rescued a seven-year-old girl from a dangerous fire in East Hollywood. Read the full story of this split-second decision.
A Stafford cab driver earning £20,000 a year explains how the Autumn Budget's frozen tax thresholds and new EV mileage duty will hit his family's finances. Read his story and the expert analysis.
UK house transactions fell 2% in October 2025 as budget uncertainty and high moving costs deterred buyers. Analysis reveals the market impact and future outlook.
British retailers including Primark and Currys criticise government delay until 2029 to scrap customs duty exemption that benefits Chinese competitors. Read why they demand immediate action.
Microsoft moves to fulfil Nintendo promise as Sledgehammer Games job listing hints at Call Of Duty coming to Switch 2. Read the latest gaming news.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves spares horse racing from tax hikes in new Budget, keeping betting duty at 15% after successful industry campaign. Read the full story.
The Rank Group warns Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Budget will cost it £46m due to a Remote Gaming Duty hike. Discover how this impacts the FTSE 250 company's digital operations and future strategy.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces near-doubling of remote gaming duty to 40%, raising £1.1bn by 2030. Discover how this impacts gambling shares and government funding.
Lloyds and NatWest shares jumped as Chancellor Rachel Reeves spared banks from a tax hike in the Autumn Budget. Discover the market reaction and industry relief.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves freezes fuel duty but confirms a new 3p-a-mile charge for electric vehicles from 2028. Get the latest on the Budget 2025 transport changes.
The UK government introduces a stamp duty suspension on company shares to attract more IPOs to London, countering competition from New York and European markets.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a 3-year stamp duty holiday for new London listings in the Autumn Budget, aiming to boost the UK's ailing stock market and attract investment.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves presents her first budget with growth forecasts, borrowing figures and gambling tax hikes revealed after OBR document leak. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers high-stakes Budget with stamp duty scrapped for new listings but a dozen tax rises. Growth forecasts remain bleak. Join our live analysis.
Major shareholder Molten Ventures plans further Revolut stake sales despite $75bn valuation surge after Nvidia investment. Discover the portfolio strategy behind the move.
UK pub owners warn Chancellor Rachel Reeves' planned 4% alcohol duty increase in the Autumn Budget will drive up drink prices and force more closures. Learn how this affects your local.