The Bank of England has discovered that some banks are unable to accurately assess their exposure to private equity, highlighting concerns that the $8 trillion industry could pose a risk to the broader financial system.
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24th Oct 2026 | Updated at 06:48am 24th Oct 2026
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A women’s health and nutrition business whose founders were once laughed out of investor meetings has grown into a £42 million company, with ambitions to more than double sales within two years.
Concerns are mounting regarding the affordability of motor insurance as average premiums climb to nearly £1,000. MPs have been cautioned that certain families are facing "impossible" decisions, being forced to choose between purchasing car insurance...
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned that UK interest rates are unlikely to drop below 3.5 per cent for the next four years at least.
Zuber Issa, the 51-year-old petrol stations tycoon, is nearing the sale of his 22.5% stake in Asda to TDR Capital.
Leading economists suggest that Jeremy Hunt may consider cutting another 2p off National Insurance, as he has £12 billion more in "fiscal headroom."
The government is contemplating radical plans that could involve denationalising Thames Water, potentially transferring the majority of its £15.6 billion debt to the public purse. This information has been uncovered by the media.
New research has revealed that the Conservatives are poised to implement the most significant tax hike among a group of similar countries.
Over two-thirds of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are feeling the pressure to increase prices for their goods and services this year due to the prospect of rising wage expenses.
BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, has lost an appeal regarding UK tax it attempted to recover from HM Revenue & Customs.
In response to industry demand and to assist domestic firms in managing costs, Britain has suspended import duties on over 100 items, including car parts and fruit juice, until June 2026.
