by Shilling Group | May 29, 2026 | Shilling Summary
OUTLOOK Business confidence climbs in May The Times Business confidence in the UK increased slightly in May, with a monthly barometer from Lloyds rising three points to 47%. This follows a decline in April and sits just below the 12-month average of 48% – but is...
by Shilling Group | May 28, 2026 | Shilling Summary
ECONOMY ECB: Iran war puts financial stability at risk Financial Times The Times The European Central Bank (ECB) has warned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East poses serious risks to financial stability. The ECB said: “While the full impact of the war...
by Shilling Group | May 27, 2026 | Shilling Summary
INVESTMENT Retail investors lose faith in UK firms City AM Retail investors are losing confidence in UK-listed companies, according to a survey by InvestorHub and ShareSoc. Around 53% of investors reported concern over a lack of transparency in communications, while...
by Shilling Group | May 26, 2026 | Shilling Summary
OUTLOOK Insolvencies surge, with 2,085 firms collapsing in April Daily Mail Official figures show that 2,085 UK firms collapsed in April, with this the highest monthly total since June 2024 and a 3% increase on April 2025. The data for April means that there have been...
by Shilling Group | May 25, 2026 | Shilling Summary
TAX Reform vows to scrap overtime tax BBC News Sunday Express The Sunday Telegraph Reform UK has announced a plan to eliminate income tax on overtime for those earning under £75,000, with party leader Nigel Farage saying that if elected, it will “make work...
