Business news 3 August 2023 James Salmon, Operations Director. Household missed payments hit year high. Bank set to increase rates, with ‘shock-and-awe’ hike possible. And more business news that we thought would interest our members. Household missed payments hit year

Business news 2 August 2023 James Salmon, Operations Director. Companies face financial distress as costs rise and spending declines. Business confidence falls amid concerns over rising interest rates. Recession warning over rate hikes. Manufacturing sector records worst month of the year. Tax

Business news 31 July 2023 James Salmon, Operations Director. Insolvencies hit highest level since 2009. Not enough hours in the day for SME owners. Energy costs put small firms at risk. Rate rise expected but hiking cycle may soon end. 

Business news 26 July 2023 James Salmon, Operations Director. Rise in manufacturing output spurs hopes of recovery. UK consumer confidence hits highest level in 18 months. IMF confirms forecast for UK growth.  Natwest CEO quits.  And more business news that

Business news 20 July 2023 James Salmon, Operations Director. Inflation falls to 16-month low. 1 in 3 do not have emergency funds. Credit card balances climb by 9.5% . Help over-50s start businesses to boost economy. Coutts & Farage. Microsoft,