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UK wealth manager and price comparison site shares fall amid AI fears

Drop comes as AI firm Altruist launches service that helps advisers create personalised tax strategies

The Guardian - UK · Feb 11

What will Barclays and NatWest earnings show about the booming banking sector?

Both British banking groups are expected to report higher earnings for 2025.

Evening Standard · Feb 6

What impact will last year’s oil price slump have on Shell’s earnings?

Shell is set to report a 21% drop in full-year underlying earnings to 18.79 billion US dollars (£13.66 billion), according to most analysts.

Evening Standard · Jan 30

What Rachel Reeves could do to pension tax at the Budget

As the chancellor looks to bolster government funds, few options remain off the table

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2025

What’s at stake in the UK Autumn Budget? Here are the points to watch

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces the challenge of raising an estimated £20-30bn, with both her and the government’s credibility on the line.

Euronews · Nov 25, 2025

What pension changes is Rachel Reeves considering in the budget?

One possible alteration was thought to be tax-free cash drawdowns, but the chancellor may have turned to salary sacrifice schemes

The Guardian - UK · Nov 15, 2025

Bleak data out of Britain: Is the UK once again the sick man of Europe?

The label once used to describe the UK’s industrial decline in the 1970s is echoing anew as fresh data show the economy slipping into reverse. A 0.1% contraction in September and weak quarterly growth have revived doubts about Britain’s economic vitality amid global trade headwinds.

Euronews · Nov 13, 2025

Can ex-Tesco boss Drastic Dave refresh the fortunes of drinks giant Diageo?

City heavyweight has cheered the markets by taking helm at Guinness owner, but there may be forces he cannot overcome

The Guardian - UK · Nov 10, 2025

Markets surge amid hopes of end to US government shutdown

Markets began the week in buoyant mood following news of a possible end to the longest US government shutdown in history.

Euronews · Nov 10, 2025

How could Rachel Reeves increase income tax in her Budget – and what would it mean for you?

Chancellor reportedly tells watchdog she intends to increase personal tax in one of several ‘major measures’ planned for Budget at end of month

The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2025