UK Business News Today: 22 October 2026 | Economy, Markets & Insolvencies Household financial pressures lead today’s briefing as banks prepare for higher unpaid debts, inflation accelerates and economists anticipate another interest rate rise. For SMEs selling on credit, the

UK Business News Today: 21 October 2026 | Economy, Markets & Insolvencies Britain’s inflation rate has risen to 3.5%, national debt has passed £3 trillion and job vacancies have fallen to a five-year low. For SMEs selling on credit, the

UK Business News Today: 20 October 2026 | Economy, Markets & Insolvencies UK employment figures have delivered an unexpected improvement ahead of next week’s Budget, but falling consumer confidence and higher energy costs point to continued pressure on business finances.

UK Business News Today: 15 October 2026 | Economy, Markets & Insolvencies Britain’s economy is showing resilience, but growth is uneven and the outlook for business costs remains uncertain. Ahead of the 28 October Budget, employers are pressing for hiring

UK Business News Today: 14 October 2026 | Economy, Markets & Insolvencies UK businesses face continued uncertainty over borrowing costs as Bank of England officials weigh the inflation risks from the energy shock. Diesel shortages could prolong transport cost pressures,