Economy
Bank Holds Rates Again, Warns Energy Costs Could Force a Hike
Bank of England holds rates for sixth time, warning sustained high energy costs increase probability of future rate rises and shape the outlook.
Economy
AI Chief Acknowledges Public Fear but Urges Trust in Tech Firms
Sam Altman says public fear of AI is justified but advocates trust in firms; other executives warn incentives could curb progress.
Economy
Trump Dismisses AI Safety Concerns as ‘Hoax’ After Anthropic Co‑founder Calls for Kill Switch
President Trump rejected calls for stronger AI safeguards after Anthropic's co‑founder suggested a mandatory 'kill switch' in a BBC interview.
Economy
Tenants face tighter budgets as rents forecast to accelerate to 4–5% by December
Zoopla projects rents will increase 4–5% year-on-year by December, raising affordability concerns for tenants and pressure on housing policy.
Economy
Insider Alarms on AI Draw Cold Response from Silicon Valley
Industry insiders warn about AI risks, but many Silicon Valley investors and executives remain sceptical, complicating policy and oversight debates.
Economy
Why one couple restructured their finances after becoming parents
A couple adjusted contributions and roles to protect long-term retirement savings after the arrival of their child.
Economy
What Top Bosses Say Is the Single Trait That Makes Employees Stand Out
Six senior leaders identify the single behaviour that consistently marks out high performers and shapes promotion and hiring decisions.
Economy
US bans Canadian alcohol and motorbikes as trade tensions intensify
The United States has imposed an import ban on Canadian alcohol, motorbikes and other goods as Canadian counter-tariffs take effect.
Economy
Stage Auditions: When Recruitment Becomes a Talent Show
Some employers are staging live pitch auditions for candidates. The format raises questions about fairness, skills assessment and workplace inclusion.
Economy
Healey Frames Growth Push as UK Faces Debt Questions
Chancellor John Healey outlines plans to widen economic growth across the UK ahead of his first Budget while addressing public debt concerns.
Economy
Minister urges households to stock food ahead of possible winter storms
Dame Angela Eagle urges households to stock food as a possible extreme weather event could bring severe storms this winter.