The Chinese economy worked better than expected in the first quarter of the year – but it reflects a moment before the explosive trade war with the United States, which saw the two largest world economies decoupled effectively. Economists had predicted that the gross domestic product would increase by around 5.1% in January to March, … Read more
China has announced that it would impose additional prices on American products. The prices will come into force from tomorrow, said the Chinese finance ministry. This means that prices of 84% will be applied to American products – compared to 34% of China had already planned. This comes after the United States struck Beijing with … Read more
Cliff Nicholls manages two trampoline parks and indoor play centers: one in Tamworth in the West Midlands, the other in Bolton, Greater Manchester. He already feels pressure from the latest government’s budgetary measures and has been forced to abandon other investment plans. “The national increases in the minimum wage to come in April, combined with … Read more
The “ghost brokerage” reports, the crooks selling fact assurance, have increased by 30% in the past five years, reveals the exclusive data obtained by Sky News. Ghost brokers sell fake drivers, manipulate information provided to the real insurance companies, or take out insurance and cancel them immediately. This leaves people without valid car insurance, which … Read more
The bus fare cap rose to £3 across much of England today as the new government policy came into force. This means the maximum amount a bus passenger will pay for a single journey is now £3, £1 more than before, as the Government increased the cap from January 1. This is the latest in … Read more
Water company United Utilities has reported hundreds of millions in profits as it seeks to further increase its customers’ bills. The utility serving seven million customers in the North West of England recorded £335.7m in underlying operating profits for the first half of this year, up almost 23% year-on-year. compared to £271.1m a year ago. … Read more