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UK profit warnings hit 2-year high as Budget chaos looms
UK-listed firms issued 65 profit warnings in Q3 — the highest since 2024 — as policy shifts and war-driven costs bite [1]
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Healey to Hit Banks with £2.25bn Tax Hike in Tough October Budget
Chancellor John Healey poised to reverse bank tax cuts, raising £2.25bn annually amid soaring borrowing costs from Middle East conflict [1]
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UK Economy Surges 0.1% in August Despite Spending Drop
UK economy grows 0.1% in August despite falling consumer spending, boosting hopes ahead of chancellor’s 28 October budget [1]
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Poundland in rescue talks as thousands of jobs hang in balance
Poundland is in urgent talks with potential buyers after its US owners began seeking a rescue deal, with thousands of jobs at risk [1].
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UK growth beats forecasts, but inflation hits harder than expected
IMF predicts stronger UK growth this year, but households face steeper inflation than previously thought [1].
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IFS warns Healey's Budget at risk from global conflicts
Global conflicts are pushing UK inflation higher, threatening Chancellor Healey’s Budget plans and forcing tough fiscal choices.
