UK Business News Today: 18 May 2026 | Economy, Markets & Insolvencies The UK economy began the week under heavy pressure as political instability, soaring borrowing costs and the escalating Iran crisis unsettled markets and weakened business confidence. Oil prices

UK Business News Today: 15 May 2026 | Economy, Markets & Insolvencies The UK economy delivered stronger-than-expected growth in the first quarter, but businesses remain under growing pressure from surging energy costs, political instability and weakening household finances. Markets are

UK Business News Today: 13 May 2026 | Economy, Markets & Insolvencies UK businesses are facing a more volatile economic backdrop as rising borrowing costs, inflation concerns and geopolitical tensions continue to unsettle markets. Investors reacted sharply to hotter-than-expected US

UK Business News Today – 7 May 2026 | Economy, Markets & Insolvencies Global markets rallied sharply on hopes of a breakthrough in US-Iran negotiations that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and reduce pressure on energy prices. While falling

UK Business News Today – 1 May 2026 | Economy, Markets & Insolvencies Good morning and a happy sunny Friday. As we head into the bank holiday weekend, today’s news paints a clear picture of mounting pressure on UK businesses.