Private sector wage growth drops to five-year low
Official data reveals a sharp slowdown in private sector pay rises to 3.6%, while unemployment remains at 5.1%. Experts warn jobless rate could climb further. Get the full analysis.
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UK employment falls, wage growth slows to five-year low
UK payroll numbers drop sharply, led by retail and hospitality. Private sector wage growth hits a five-year low as unemployment holds at 5.1%. Analysis and economic outlook.
UK Job Losses Mount as Wage Growth Cools
Official data reveals thousands more UK jobs lost in Nov & Dec, with wage growth slowing. The unemployment rate holds at 5.1%. Will this push the Bank of England to cut rates faster?
Studies Show UK's Oversized Finance Sector Limits Economic Growth
As Chancellor Rachel Reeves courts bankers, research reveals the UK's financial sector is now so large it stifles growth. Experts warn against further cosseting.
UK economy sees modest 0.1% growth after JLR cyberattack
The UK economy grew 0.1% in the three months to November 2025, led by services, but construction shrank. The impact of the historic Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack has largely recovered. Read the full analysis.
Guide: How to appeal unfair private parking tickets
A driver's parking fine nightmare reveals what to do when payment machines fail. Expert advice on appealing private parking charges, from evidence gathering to court action.
Arts Club suffers £4m loss after wellness centre woes
London's historic Arts Club posts a £3.8m loss for 2024, driven by a £6.4m write-down on its luxury wellness centre investment. Discover how inflation and high interest rates hit the elite club.
BVCA rebrands to UK Private Capital
The British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association changes name to UK Private Capital, reflecting its expanded role in the UK's £13,000 company-strong investment landscape. Discover the strategic move.
London bakery's honest post on cost of staying open
Popular London bakery The Dusty Knuckle reveals stark cost breakdown in candid social media post, explaining price rises needed to survive. Discover their social mission and public support.
Lords: Treasury has 'limited grasp' of shadow banking risks
A Lords committee warns the UK Treasury is unprepared for risks from the booming $16tn shadow banking sector, which could threaten UK financial stability. Read the full report.
Private Equity 2026: AI Caution & Slower Deals
Private equity deals will take longer in 2026 as firms use continuation vehicles. AI caution grows, while £893tn of 'dry powder' fuels public-to-private deals. Expert analysis inside.
AI to End 'Fish Disco' Thinking Strangling UK
AI-assisted decision-making could break Britain's cycle of costly stagnation and absurd trade-offs, like a £140m salmon, argues Google DeepMind's Samuel Albanie. Read the analysis.
Business costs rise at fastest pace since May
New PMI data shows UK firms face soaring costs from wages and energy, squeezing growth. Discover the outlook for business confidence and inflation in 2026.
FN London's 2026 Most Influential in Secondaries
FN London unveils its 2026 list of the most influential professionals shaping the private equity secondaries market. Discover the rising stars and key trends.
PE Firms Invest Billions in UK Professional Services
Private equity giants are acquiring major stakes in UK accounting and advisory firms, with Interpath Advisory in exclusive talks with Bridgepoint. Discover the multi-billion pound trend reshaping the sector.
Private MRI scans offer faster results amid NHS waits
Facing long NHS waiting lists, patients are turning to private scans for results in days. Services like Scan.com offer MRI scans from £300 with direct booking. Discover a quicker path to diagnosis.
Oakley Capital buys GLAS in £1bn+ finance deal
Private equity firm Oakley Capital, backer of Time Out, secures a majority stake in loan administration leader GLAS. The £1bn+ deal signals major growth in private credit. Discover the details.
UK Manufacturing Hits 15-Month High in December 2025
UK manufacturing activity reached a 15-month peak in December 2025, with the PMI at 50.6. Discover the drivers behind this tentative recovery and the challenges that remain for 2026.
Spire Healthcare Sets Takeover Bid Deadline
Spire Healthcare, the UK's largest private hospital group, has set a 20 January deadline for suitors to express takeover interest. Learn about the shareholder pressure and potential sale.
2026 UK Finance Dates: Energy, Wages & Interest Rates
Your 2026 financial calendar: The energy price cap rises 0.2% in January, while the National Living Wage jumps 4.1% in April. Key dates for mortgages, bills, and Bank of England decisions revealed.
UK charities face funding crisis and rising demand
Britain's voluntary sector is struggling with a severe financial crunch, rising costs, and falling donations as demand for services soars. Can Labour's 'covenant' offer a lifeline?
UK investment lags G7, raising business confidence fears
New ONS data reveals UK investment at just 18.6% of GDP, ranking last in the G7. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism as private sector hesitates. Read the full analysis.
HSBC hires ex-Citi exec Ida Liu for private banking
HSBC has recruited former Citi veteran Ida Liu to head its global private banking division, aiming to strengthen its wealth management services for ultra-high-net-worth clients.
Private Sector Downturn Forecast to Drag into Spring 2026
UK business leaders warn of a prolonged private sector slump until Spring 2026, driven by pre-Budget investment freezes and hiring pauses. Explore the CBI data and economic impacts.
CBI: UK private sector downturn deepens in 2026
A CBI survey of 900+ firms shows a sharp private sector downturn as 2026 begins, with falling output and hiring freezes. Discover the data and business leaders' warnings.
Private investigator shares shocking secret family cases
A UK private detective reveals four shocking cases, from secret families to benefit fraud, exposing the hidden lives people lead. Read his astonishing stories here.
Harley Street Health Centre celebrates 27 years of service
London's Harley Street Health Centre celebrates 27 years, offering transparent pricing, rapid test results, and affordable private GP care. Discover their patient-first approach.
UK inflation could become a self-fulfilling prophecy
The British Retail Consortium warns managing inflation expectations is key for 2026. High consumer forecasts may force the Bank of England to limit rate cuts. Read the analysis.
Trump wage cuts threaten US Christmas tree industry workforce
Mexican H-2A visa workers, vital for North Carolina's £115m Christmas tree industry, may not return due to new wage cuts and immigration fears. Explore the human cost.
Public Sector Jobs & Pay Growth Outstrip Private Firms
Official data reveals a widening gap: public sector employment and wages surge while private sector faces decline. Explore the political fallout and reform pledges.
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