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UK Business Confidence Hits Crisis Point, Survey Reveals

A damning new survey reveals 78% of UK family business owners are pessimistic about the economy, with most warning the next generation to build overseas. Read why the government's pro-enterprise rhetoric rings hollow.

Business Bank Account Could Earn £10,000 in 2026

Allica Bank offers a business account paying competitive interest and cashback. Firms holding £250k could earn close to £10,000 in 2026. Discover how to make your cash work harder.

Zombie Firm Collapse to Fuel UK Unemployment in 2026

A 'triple whammy' of rising costs could finish off struggling UK businesses in 2026, leading to higher unemployment but potentially boosting long-term productivity, the Resolution Foundation says.

Dyson: Inheritance tax could force sale of my company

Sir James Dyson warns his company will become 'unrecognisable' and may have to be sold to pay a multi-billion pound inheritance tax bill unless the government reverses its reforms. Read his full critique.

Chancellor Reeves: Stability returned to UK economy

Chancellor Rachel Reeves says the latest interest rate cut to 3.75% proves economic stability is back. Homeowners save £1,200 yearly on mortgages, while SMEs benefit from cheaper loans for investment.

Top 6 Business Books of 2025 for UK Executives

Discover the City Editor's top six business books for 2025, featuring exposés on Big Tech, globalisation risks, and building a better economic future. Perfect for the high-flying executive in your life.

Small brewers call for business rates rethink

UK's independent brewers warn of closures and price rises if planned business rates changes proceed. They urge the Chancellor to protect the sector's future. Read more.

NHS negligence costs hit £3.1bn, Reeves criticised

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism for failing to tackle the NHS's 'eye-watering' £3.1bn clinical negligence bill. Medical leaders demand urgent reform to save millions for frontline services.

Small Business Tax Squeeze in Autumn Budget

Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget delivers bitter cocktail for SMEs with dividend tax rises, frozen thresholds until 2030-31, and tighter enforcement. Discover how small businesses are affected.

Fiscal Uncertainty: Britain's Hidden Business Tax

MP Liam Byrne warns Britain's fiscal instability is a major tax on growth. Discover the five key shifts needed to unlock investment and rebuild the UK's growth machine for the AI age.

Housebuilding in England falls to 9-year low

England's housebuilding slumps to a 9-year low as developers warn of a 'perfect storm' of rising costs and regulations. Can the government's 'Build, baby, build' ambition survive?

The Crunch: Climate Costs and Sports News

Explore the economic impact of climate inaction, Nathan Lyon's Ashes dominance, WNBA revenue sharing, and global emissions data in this fortnight's edition of The Crunch.

Edinburgh TV Festival could relocate from city

The prestigious Edinburgh TV Festival is considering leaving its historic home due to soaring costs and a drive to increase working-class representation in the television industry.

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