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Importers stand to gain as Euro set to tumble
by Josh Hall | 02 Jun 2010
Investors are betting that the euro will fall further, bringing the possibility of good news for importers.
Brits keeping purse strings tightly closed
by Josh Hall | 01 Jun 2010
Consumer services suffered a fall during the second quarter of the year, according to new figures from the CBI. The survey, published this morning, suggests that consumers are reining in their discretionary spending – creating problems for the sustainability of the recovery as a whole.
Property sales jump as GCT worries hit
by Josh Hall | 01 Jun 2010
The prospect of a hike in Capital Gains Tax (CGT) has produced a rush of property owners hoping to sell up before the changes come into effect.
Tradesmen cheer as petrol drops - but for how long?
by Josh Hall | 28 May 2010
Petrol prices are on a downward trend – but are unlikely to ever fall below 110 pence per litre again.
Retailers suffer surprise fall in sales
by Josh Hall | 28 May 2010
Sales fell in almost 50 per cent of High Street shops during May, according to new figures from the CBI.
Business support begins to feel the pinch of government cuts
by Josh Hall | 27 May 2010
A raft of business support measures will soon be scrapped, with the Labour government’s Growth Capital Fund likely to be among the first casualties.
Interest rates 'must rise by end of year' - OECD
by Josh Hall | 27 May 2010
The Bank of England must increase interest rates by the end of the year in order to avoid the gathering clouds of inflation.
Flexible working plans mean big changes for employers
by Josh Hall | 26 May 2010
The government has announced plans for a consultation on working patterns, which could see all employees granted the right to request flexible working arrangements.
Residential lettings seeing significant upturn
by Josh Hall | 26 May 2010
A decline in supply of rental properties has resulted in a significant improvement in the residential lettings market, according to new figures from RICs.
Queen's speech holds mixed news for small business
by Josh Hall | 26 May 2010
The Queen today set out the new government’s legislative agenda for the forthcoming parliamentary session.
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