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London’s FTSE 100 index edges up to lead in Europe
The London FTSE 100 stock index rose last week to move ahead of French and German rivals. Financial markets can…
Japan economy struggles to cope with sales tax hike
Japan’s latest growth figures show that the economy is struggling to manage with a sales tax increase instituted in April.…
Vocational training is ‘key to fight youth unemployment’
Putting vocational and academic study on the same level is vital to reduce youth unemployment, according to a new report.…
Italy back in recession as its economic woes continue
One of Europe’s biggest economies shows few signs of improvement, since Italy has gone back into recession. Italy’s economy has…
Bank of England keeps interest rates flat
Officials at the Bank of England have opted to keep interest rates the same yet again. Debate is continuing to…
UK to investigate Bitcoin role in the economy
George Osborne has announced that the government plans to investigate the role of digital currencies like Bitcoin in the economy.…
Skills shortage could hinder UK economy recovery
A new report from The Prince’s Trust says that the UK is perilously close to a recruitment crisis owing to…
UK small manufacturers see even more growth
New CBI data shows that small manufacturers in the UK have seen a year of continual growth. The past few…
Mayor Boris Johnson announces huge London infrastructure plans
A huge new plan to improve London’s infrastructure has been put out to consultation by the Mayor of London Boris…
‘Ramadan rush’ boosts UK retail sales
Ramadan is becoming an increasingly important element of the British retail calendar with brands such as Primark and Harrods reaping…
UK leads developed world on growth, reveals IMF report
International Monetary Fund data puts Britain ahead of the rest of the developed world in terms of economic growth. Positive…
UK manufacturing witnesses boom as orders continue to rise
New Confederation of British Industry statistics show that manufacturers are continuing to feel positive about their performance. Manufacturing in the…