Trump-Era Auto Tariffs Expose Detroit’s Big Three New analysis suggests former President Trump’s tariffs on US car imports may disproportionately harm domestic automakers. While intended to bolster the American automotive sector, these 25% levies could negatively impact Detroit’s “Big Three” – General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis – potentially more so […]
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By JAMIE BULLEN Updated: 04:55 EDT, 8 April 2025 The UK market has opened higher this morning despite the looming threat of an all-out trade war between the US and China over Donald Trump’s tariffs. London’s FTSE 100 has risen in the first few minutes of trading on Tuesday, as […]
UK Borrowing Costs Plunge Amid Global Stock Market Downturn Government borrowing costs in the UK experienced a sharp decrease to a four-month low on Monday, as investors sought refuge in safe-haven bonds amid a widespread global stock market sell-off. The yield on benchmark 10-year government bonds, commonly referred to as […]
England Road Maintenance Lags Despite Pothole Crisis: New Data Reveals Neglect of Local Roads Official government figures reveal a concerning lack of road maintenance across England, exacerbating the persistent issue of potholes. Despite the widespread complaints about deteriorating road conditions, just three percent of England’s vast 183,054-mile network of local […]
Government Adjusts Net Zero Auto Industry Targets Amidst Electric Vehicle Transition The government has unveiled revised measures for automobile producers as part of its ongoing drive towards Net Zero emissions. While the prohibition on new petrol and diesel car sales by 2030 remains in place, policymakers have introduced several adjustments […]
Over 12 million Nationwide members are preparing to receive a £50 payment this month, as the building society confirms the distribution date. This significant payout, part of the ‘Big Nationwide Thank You’ initiative following the Virgin Money acquisition last year, will see Britain’s largest mutual distribute over £600 million to […]
Financial markets experienced significant volatility following President Trump’s so-called “Liberation Day” announcements, with approximately £2 trillion in value erased from global stocks. Investor apprehension gripped London, European, Asian, and Wall Street markets. This turmoil extended into the week, exemplified by the FTSE 100’s initial 6% decline on Monday after President […]
Navigating retirement finances can be complex, especially when considering part-time employment. A common concern among retirees is whether working additional hours will impact their state pension benefits. This article addresses the question of how many hours a pensioner can work without affecting their state pension, exploring related financial considerations for […]