Office for National Statistics2 days agoUK economy disappoints despite return to growthOfficial figures show the economy grew by 0.1% in November, although that was lower than had been expected.2 days agoBusiness2 days agoBorrowing costs fall after inflation surpriseInvestors are now betting on an interest rate cut next month from the Bank of England.2 days agoBusiness3 days agoSurprise fall in inflation boosts interest rate cut hopesInflation falls for the first time in three months, sparking expectations rates may be cut to 4.5% in February.3 days agoBusiness20 Dec 2024Government borrowing at three-year low for NovemberPublic sector borrowing was £11.2bn last month, the lowest November figure since 2021.20 Dec 2024Business17 Dec 2024Pay growth surprise after first rise in over a yearRegular pay grew at an annual pace of 5.2%, much faster than expected, official figures show.17 Dec 2024Business13 Dec 2024UK economy shrinks for second month in a rowThe economy had been expected to return to growth but it contracted by 0.1%.13 Dec 2024Business22 Nov 2024Shop sales fall in October as Budget fears hit spendingSales volumes fell by more than expected in October with clothing stores having a "notably poor" month.22 Nov 2024Business21 Nov 2024Public sector pay deals help drive up UK borrowingBorrowing was £17.4bn last month, the second highest October figure since monthly records began in 1993.21 Nov 2024Business15 Nov 2024UK economy barely grows with Budget fears blamedThe chancellor says she is "not satisfied" by the latest growth figures, which were weaker than expected.15 Nov 2024Business
