Financial Services Suffer Sharp Business Decline
CBI survey reveals a rapid fall in UK financial services activity and profitability at the end of 2025, hitting City confidence. Firms plan tech investment for a 2026 rebound.
CBI survey reveals a rapid fall in UK financial services activity and profitability at the end of 2025, hitting City confidence. Firms plan tech investment for a 2026 rebound.
Hudson Bay Capital, co-founded by ex-Goldman Sachs managing directors, has secured a Dubai financial licence, expanding its global footprint. Discover the strategic move here.
UK Finance Chair Bob Wigley counters negative forecasts, detailing pro-growth reforms, green finance leadership, and tech innovation set to drive the UK economy forward in 2026. Discover the facts.
Financial News explores the major themes set to shape the UK wealth management sector in 2026, including consolidation, regulation, and cryptocurrency. Read our in-depth analysis.
The Berne Financial Services Agreement, effective 1 Jan 2026, is a major post-Brexit deal. It boosts UK-Swiss finance via mutual recognition, cutting costs and fostering growth. Discover the details.
The UK has avoided the OECD's PISA financial literacy test since 2012. As the government explores joining in 2029, experts argue participation is vital for evidence-based policy, productivity, and inclusion.
Policy Chairman Chris Hayward outlines how London will move from post-Brexit planning to execution in 2026, focusing on financial services, trade, and regulatory reform to secure its global status.
Hundreds gathered in sub-zero temperatures for a silent march to honour the 40 killed in the Crans-Montana New Year fire. Five victims, including teenagers, have been named as identification continues.
Police in Switzerland have identified 24 victims of the Crans-Montana bar fire, with the youngest aged 14. Hundreds joined a silent procession as a national day of mourning is announced.
Hundreds gathered in sub-zero temperatures for a silent march in Crans-Montana to honour the 40 killed in the New Year's bar fire. Authorities have now identified 24 victims, including several teenagers. Read the latest.
A devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has claimed at least 40 lives. The close-knit community is united in grief as investigations into the New Year's tragedy begin.
ITV has cut Red Panda's performance from The Masked Singer UK's 2026 launch due to sensitivities linked to the Swiss ski resort fire that killed 40. The episode aired 10 minutes late.
Prosecutors in Switzerland have opened a criminal investigation into two bar managers after a fire, sparked by champagne bottle sparklers, killed at least 40 people in Crans-Montana. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
Families endure an agonising wait as Swiss authorities work to identify victims of the Crans-Montana New Year's Eve blaze that killed about 40. Read the latest updates and tributes.
A devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has left more than 40 dead and dozens injured. Read the latest on the investigation and international response.
Survivors of the catastrophic Crans-Montana bar fire are being treated in specialist burns units across Europe as identification of the dead continues. Follow the latest updates.
A devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has killed about 40 people and left many of the 115 injured in a life-threatening condition. Read the latest updates.
The first victim of the devastating Crans-Montana bar fire has been identified as young Italian golfer Emanuele Galeppini. The tragedy killed about 40 and injured 115.
Hundreds gathered in freezing silence at Crans-Montana to honour the 40 killed in the Le Constellation bar fire. See the moving tributes and candlelit vigil for the victims.
The Financial Conduct Authority concludes its investigation into private equity-backed advice firms without enforcement action. Discover the details and regulatory implications.
A devastating fire at a New Year's Eve party in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has killed around 40 people and injured 115. Read the latest on one of Switzerland's worst tragedies.
A sudden fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana turned New Year celebrations into tragedy. At least 40 people died and 115 were injured in the blaze. Read the full report on the investigation and community response.
Switzerland declares five days of mourning after a devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana kills 40 and injures 115. The tragedy unfolded during a New Year's Eve party.
At least 40 people died in a fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana. Eyewitnesses describe scenes of panic as teenagers tried to escape. Read the full report.
A devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has killed around 40 people and injured 100. Read the latest updates and eyewitness accounts from the tragedy.
A witness describes people 'walking on others' to escape a fatal fire at a packed Swiss ski resort bar during New Year's celebrations. At least 40 feared dead, 100 injured.
A New Year's celebration in Crans-Montana turned to tragedy after a fire at Le Constellation bar. Witnesses describe scenes of panic as people tried to escape. Follow the latest updates.
A devastating fire at the Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, killed 40 and injured 100 during New Year's celebrations. Read the latest updates and official statements.
Several people are dead and injured after an explosion ripped through a bar in the luxury Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana in the early hours of New Year's Day. Police are investigating.
New research reveals a surge in Brits using ChatGPT for investment decisions, averaging £2,350 per user. Discover the risks and regulatory changes shaping this trend.