Holly Williams
Business News
Record-breaking SpaceX flotation set to make history
The stock market float on Wall Street is expected to raise 75 billion dollars (£56.2 billion) and could make Elon Musk a trillionaire.
11 Jun 2026
Politics
Oil prices race above 100 dollars a barrel as Iran conflict escalates
Brent crude soared by 17% to more than 108 dollars a barrel, having at one stage reached nearly 120 dollars a barrel for the first time since 2022.
9 Mar 2026
Business News
Stock markets tumble as oil prices surge in biggest weekly gain since 2020
Benchmark Brent crude prices shot up by as much as another 7% to over 91 US dollars a barrel at one stage.
6 Mar 2026
Business News
First-class stamp price to rise to £1.80 next month
The cost of a first-class stamp has now more than doubled in the past six years after eight rises.
6 Mar 2026
Business News
Over two million Royal London policyholders to share out £199m
This year’s profit share payout marks a 10% rise on the £181 million paid out in April 2025.
6 Mar 2026
Business News
Aviva flags potential for Iran conflict to send claims costs rising
Chief executive Amanda Blanc said supply chains could suffer if the conflict is prolonged.
5 Mar 2026
Business News
Taylor Wimpey cautions over another earnings drop in 2026 in tough market
The builder blamed uncertainty ahead of the autumn budget for a slowdown in buyer demand, which has impacted orders into 2026.
5 Mar 2026
Business News
Reckitt ‘focusing on staff safety’ amid Iran war as prices impact unclear
Boss Kris Licht said the firm’s immediate priority was to look after staff across its operations in the region.
5 Mar 2026
Business News
Private dentist market review launched by watchdog after Chancellor’s plea
Rachel Reeves urged the CMA last November to launch a review of private dentistry in a bid to ease the cost of living.
5 Mar 2026
Business News
M&S boosts store worker pay by 6.4%, but drops real living wage pledge
The retail giant is no longer offering pay in line with the voluntary real living wage levels.
4 Mar 2026
Business News
Millions face longer wait for payouts under motor finance redress scheme plans
The FCA is set to give lenders a three-month implementation period to make redress, with up to five months for older agreements.
4 Mar 2026
Business News
Millions could get motor finance compensation in 2026 under plans due this month
The FCA is set to give lenders a three-month implementation period to pay out redress, with up to five months for older agreements.
4 Mar 2026
Business News
Calm returns to markets in Europe but oil prices climb higher on Iran war
Brent crude lifted another 3% at 84.5 US dollars a barrel at one stage – its highest level since July 2024.
4 Mar 2026
UK
Mirror publisher Reach cutting costs further in 2026 amid ongoing overhaul
The group said it was targeting another 5% to 6% in savings over the year, after slashing costs by 5.2% last year.
3 Mar 2026
Business News
Oil prices surge further and markets slump as Middle East war intensifies
Brent crude rose by another 4% on Tuesday to stand at a one-year high of nearly 81 US dollars a barrel, while the FTSE 10 tumbled more than 2%.
3 Mar 2026
Business News
Oil prices rise further as Iran blocks vital shipping route
Brent crude rose by more than another 3% on Tuesday to a one-year high of 80 US dollars a barrel.
3 Mar 2026
Business News
Hotel chains and data firm under investigation over possible information sharing
Hilton, Holiday Inn owner InterContinental Hotels Group and Marriott, as well as data analytics firm CoStar are being probed by the CMA.
2 Mar 2026
Business News
Soaring numbers of jobless young women costing economy billions – report
PwC estimates that cutting young female Neet rates in the UK to 3.6% could add up to £11 billion to economic output.
2 Mar 2026
UK27 Feb 2026
UK snack giant axes beloved range of crisps
The brand’s owners, KP Snacks, said the plans come after a slump in demand for the crisps range
Celebrity News27 Feb 2026
Paramount set to win Warner Bros takeover tussle as Netflix withdraws
The surprise development comes after Paramount increased its bid for Warner Bros to over £82 billion
Business News
Paddy Power owner Flutter hopeful of World Cup boost after results disappoint
The group, which also owns brands including Betfair and FanDuel in the US, missed forecasts with annual sales of 16.4 billion US dollars (£x billion).
27 Feb 2026