Finance

Europe Finance Viewpoint Weekend read

European Central Bank warns banks to brace for a rocky ride

How long left for the traditional banking system? The European Central Bank (ECB) has sent out its most stark warning to commercial banks.

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Business News Finance

Nationwide vows to keep all UK branches open until 2030 amid mass bank closures

Pressure grows over cash access Nationwide has renewed its promise to keep all 696 of its UK branches open until 2030, pushing its.

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Finance Transport

Proposed electric car charge

The Chancellor is set to announce a new pay-per-mile tax regime for electric vehicle drivers. Under the scheme EV drivers could be charged.

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AI Business News Finance

What does a virtual CFO, a coffee brand and an AI consultancy have in common?

They all attended the Birmingham Business Expo B2B event at BCFC Start-up virtual CFO provider, Suncroft, coffee machine supplier Nespresso and artificial intelligence.

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Business News Finance Sutton Coldfield

Bakery secures growth funding

Sutton Coldfield expansion for Silver Tree Bakery A family-run Midlands bakery has secured £250,000 of debt funding to launch its first dine-in café..

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Finance Politics Viewpoint

Tax hikes not the answer

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has some tough decisions to make ahead of the next budget. Yet talk of tax increases on businesses and working.

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Business News Development Finance

Base rate held at 4%

Elevate Property Group welcomes MPC’s interest rate decision The boss of a high-end Midlands property developer today welcomed the Bank of England’s move.

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Business News Finance

UK stops naming short sellers

Watchdog scraps EU-era rule in bid to boost London’s market competitiveness The UK’s financial watchdog is to stop naming investors who bet against.

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Business News Finance Viewpoint

Has City rediscovered its spark?

Shawbrook’s strong debut hints at a fragile but real IPO revival For the first time in years, London’s financial district has something to.

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Bromsgrove Finance Politics Viewpoint

 ‘Scrap stamp duty’ – MP

MPs have voted overwhelmingly against scrapping stamp duty – but Bradley Thomas, MP for Bromsgrove, is among those whose vigour to get rid.

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