First-time buyers are feeling the brunt of rising mortgage rates while some property insiders fear it could have a knock-on effect on the rest of the market. Since the war in the Middle East began, fixed-rate loans have increased significantly due to fears of inflation being lower than expectations of future interest rates. The average … Read more
Consumers continue to feel the effects of inflation on their finances. In February, the Consumer Price Index, which tracks the cost of consumer goods and services, showed a rise of 2.4% over the past 12 months. And according to another world policy organization, the US war with Iran and its effects on the price of … Read more
By ANGHARAD CARRICK, BUSINESS EDITOR Updated: 05:12 EDT, April 1, 2026 Stock markets are rallying as oil falls near $100 on hopes that the war in Iran could end soon. Investors clutching at any sign of easing doubts were cheered by Donald Trump’s latest suggestion that the US could end the conflict within ‘two or … Read more
High energy costs and lack of investment leave British workers without resources and a “big problem” in the world, the think tank warns, The Institute for Public Policy Research has found that UK factory workers have 47 percent less resources, including machines, tools and technology, than international peers. The problem is caused by a permanent … Read more
Nothing shows Labour’s poor economic management more than their baffling attempt to blame British industry for the country’s economic woes. It is true that neither the Prime Minister nor the Chancellor are to blame for the explosion in Iran or the energy crisis that has engulfed us. There is no law for Donald Trump’s reckless … Read more
A new financial year rarely starts quietly. For many Americans, FY27 arrives with a mix of cautious optimism and fiscal stress. Inflation has decreased compared to previous years, but the cost of living is still high. The global crisis, falling energy prices and economic uncertainty continue to influence markets and household finances alike. Although world … Read more
It can be expensive to keep the gas tank full, pay the bills, and decide what to make for dinner. Those and other costs add up over the course of a year, especially for low-income Americans. The Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes annual employment data, with the latest projections taking employment through 2024. Business Insider … Read more
Buy-to-let prices have risen to their highest level in more than a year as turmoil in the Middle East causes a sharp rise in the cost of borrowing for UK landlords. The average two-year rate for homeownership rose from 4.66 per cent at the start of March to 5.29 per cent on 26 March, according … Read more
Find out which banks offer the best rates. Money market accounts (MMAs) can be a great place to keep your money if you’re looking for a relatively high interest rate along with cash and terms. Unlike traditional savings accounts, MMAs often offer better returns, and may offer check-writing privileges and access to debit cards. This … Read more
No one knows what the future holds for us, especially when we have a violent situation that is holding the whole world to ransom. However it is blindingly clear that the UK will have a very difficult journey in the coming months, regardless of whether a ceasefire is agreed between the United States and the … Read more