Recession 'can't be ruled out' as UK economy shrinks at quickest pace in seven months THERE are renewed concerns that the UK could be facing a recession as the latest figures show the The National (Scotland) · Sep 13, 2023
UK economy shrinks by 0.5% in July amid wet weather and strikes Manufacturing, services and construction sectors contract for first time since summer of 2022 The Guardian - UK · Sep 13, 2023
Four charged with fraud over Patisserie Valerie collapse; UK GDP shrinks 0.5% in July – as it happened All three main sectors of the economy in decline after strikes by doctors, radiographers and teachers, while construction and retail hit by wet weather The Guardian - UK · Sep 13, 2023
Recession fears as UK economy shrinks by more than expected in shock decline Summer washout hits retail and construction sectors – but chancellor insists there are ‘reasons to be confident’ The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2023
‘Recession may have begun’ as UK economy shrinks by 0.5% in July, GDP figures show Government minister Maria Caulfield conceded that the decline in GDP was “disappointing” Evening Standard · Sep 13, 2023
China's 'full-time children' move back in with parents, take on chores as good jobs grow scarce A record of more than one in five young Chinese are out of work, their career ambitions derailed by a depressed job market as the economy struggles to regain momentum after its long bout with COVID-19 The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2023
‘Amazon effect’: can Labor’s industrial relations reforms protect workers in the gig economy? Employees and experts hope the bill goes far enough, as it faces a Senate inquiry and attacks from industry groups The Guardian - AU · Sep 13, 2023
Professional services firm to create 1,000 jobs in Northern Ireland EY will establish a hub in the north-west of the country. The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2023
Andhra Pradesh: ‘Samudrayaan’ next year to mine deep sea, says official India to explore deep sea with 'Samudrayaan' mission; MoES, IIT-Tirupati & Vijnana Bharati organise symposium on 'National S&T Missions'; 'Blue Economy' to harness coastal resources, predict future cyclones & generate offshore energy; Niti Aayog, DRDO & CSIR discuss defence, tech warfare & social entrepreneurship. The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023
Scotland to Europe ferry a 'necessity for Scottish economy after Brexit' A CAMPAIGNER has said that establishing a new Scotland to Europe ferry is an “absolute necessity” for Scotland’s economy after Brexit. The National (Scotland) · Sep 12, 2023
What Arizona and other drought-ridden states can learn from Israel's pioneering water strategy Arizona is one of the fastest-growing states in the U.S., with an economy that offers many opportunities for workers and businesses. But it faces a daunting challenge: a water crisis that could seriously constrain its economic growth and vitality. The Conversation · Sep 12, 2023
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon thinks the risk-reward calculus on China is just 'okay' A sluggish economic recovery and new regulations are making life difficult for the Wall Street bank. Fortune · Sep 12, 2023
Jamie Dimon isn’t ready to feel good about the economy yet: ‘We’ve been spending money like drunken sailors’ "I think the uncertainties out in front of us is still very large and very dangerous." Fortune · Sep 12, 2023
‘Don’t panic!’ say leading Democrats as Biden’s age and poor polls cast pall A strong economy and legislative wins seem to cut little ice but party strategists say it is still early in the election cycle The Guardian - US · Sep 12, 2023
Newcastle Herald · Sep 12, 2023 New Dantia CEO determined to see city rank in top 10 'most liveable' There's a new leader at the helm of Lake Macquarie's economy development company.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 12, 2023 UK interest rates: will the Bank listen to business and halt the rises? Soaring pay growth puts pressure on the Bank to act again, but a slowing economy could tip into recession
The Guardian - UK · Sep 12, 2023 UK jobs market ‘on the turn’ as unemployment rises; ‘terrifying’ increase in mortgage arrears – as it happened Total pay jumps by 8.5% in the last year – ahead of inflation – while value of mortgages in arrears is now the highest in almost seven years
Fortune · Sep 11, 2023 Supporting democracy is not a partisan issue – it’s what all Americans expect of business ahead of the 2024 election 'A well-functioning democracy is the cornerstone of a strong economy.'
Barchart · Sep 11, 2023 Is Now a Good Time to Buy Copper? Copper is one of the leading commodities that can provide clues about the path of least resistance of the asset class. Many market participants look to Doctor Copper as a barometer of the health and well-being of the global economy. Moreover, as China is the leading consumer, copper is a…
The National (Scotland) · Sep 11, 2023 Top business journalist condemns Tory approach to Scottish economy MANY of the problems faced by Scottish businesses and households are the fault of Westminster decisions, a top business journalist has said.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 11, 2023 Strong support from Australian business to phase out fossil fuels by 2040, survey finds Carbon Markets Institute research also finds nearly half of all businesses surveyed backed Australia becoming a net zero economy by 2040
The Guardian - UK · Sep 11, 2023 German economy ‘will shrink this year as part of eurozone slowdown’ European Commission forecasts 0.4% contraction for country amid high inflation
Evening Standard · Sep 11, 2023 Has ‘Barbenheimer’ helped keep the UK economy growing? How an unlikely pairing of blockbusters may have stopped a summer spending washout
The National (Scotland) · Sep 11, 2023 V&A Dundee boosts Scottish economy by £304m, report finds V&A Dundee has generated £304 million for the Scottish economy to date, according to a new report published ahead of its fifth anniversary.
Evening Standard · Sep 11, 2023 FTSE 100 Live: London blue-chips close ahead as miners lead the way, Wilko to close all remaining shops London’s FTSE 100 re-took the 7500-point mark helped by rallying banks as investors absorb jobs and wages data into the Bank of England’s next rate call later this month.