More than 20 financial services organisations have signed a Skills Compact with Government and the Financial Services Skills Commission to address skills gaps across the sector.
Utmost said the OBR’s latest Fiscal Risks and Sustainability Report showed demographic change and wealth transfer are likely to drive higher Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax receipts over the coming decades.
The S&P Global/CIPS construction PMI rose slightly to 38.4 in June, but remained below consensus and continued to point to weak activity across the sector.
Raisin UK research found women save an average of £210 each month compared with £275 for men, with unclear financial language cited as one factor affecting savings confidence.
More than one in five mid-sized businesses have lost opportunities to competitors because finance approvals took too long, according to new research from Shawbrook.
Scottish Friendly research has found women are more likely than men to worry about meeting everyday expenses, with financial pressures reducing their ability to save and invest for the future.
The UK economy expanded by 0.6% in the first quarter of 2026, driven by growth across all major sectors, although household disposable income fell and the savings ratio declined.
Net mortgage borrowing fell to its lowest level for a year in May as mortgage approvals for house purchases and remortgaging both declined, according to the latest Bank of England figures.
49% of brokers said their clients were concerned about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
New research from Go.Compare suggests 88% of UK adults are feeling the impact of high living costs, with many cutting savings, pension contributions and household spending to make ends meet.
UK SMEs are reducing their reliance on the US market after average losses of £59,000 linked to US trade tariffs, according to new research from Bibby Financial Services.
More workers are buying London properties as employers increase office attendance requirements, according to estate agent Nathan Khider.