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Google Invests £5 Billion in UK AI and Jobs

Google announced a £5 billion investment in the UK, creating 8,250 annual jobs and boosting AI development, timed ahead of a US-UK tech deal.

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Google to Invest £5 Billion in UK AI Development

Google announced a £5 billion investment in the UK over the next two years to boost its AI capabilities, create jobs, and contribute to technological advancements, coinciding with the opening of a new datacenter in Waltham Cross and a US state visit.

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Record Youth Unemployment in UK Reaches 1.08 Million

The number of young people (under 30) claiming unemployment benefits in the UK has hit a record 1.08 million, with over 2,000 new claimants daily, primarily attributed to Labour's economic policies and the rise of AI.

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Newcastle Building Society Launches 98% Mortgage for First-Time Buyers

Newcastle Building Society introduced a new First Step mortgage allowing first-time buyers to borrow up to 98% of a property's price, addressing the challenge of saving for a large deposit, unlike the 52% who received parental help last year, according to Savills.

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UK Economy Stagnates in July, Raising Concerns Ahead of Budget

The UK economy saw zero growth in July, a slowdown from June's 0.4% growth, raising concerns about Labour's economic plans and the upcoming budget.

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Higher UK Business Rates Risk 400 Shop Closures, 100,000 Jobs

Proposed UK government changes to business rates could lead to the closure of 400 large shops and 100,000 job losses, according to retailers' warnings, as larger stores face higher taxes to fund discounts for smaller businesses.

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Kier Group Reports Profit Rise Amidst UK Economic Slowdown

Kier Group, a FTSE 250 construction firm, announced a 15% increase in pre-tax profits to £78.1 million for the year ending June 2024, while revenue grew by 3% to £4.1 billion; this comes as UK job and wage growth slows and the Competition and Markets Authority investigates a major student housing me...

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Wedgwood to Freeze Production for 90 Days Amid Weak Demand

Wedgwood, owned by Fiskars Group, will temporarily halt production at its Staffordshire factory for 90 days from September 29th, impacting 70 workers due to weaker demand in key markets.

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Over \$1.25 Billion in US Investment Projected to Boost UK Economy

Ahead of President Trump's visit, the UK announced over \$1.25 billion in new US investments in its financial sector, expected to generate 1,800 jobs and strengthen trade ties.

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European and US Markets React to Economic Data

European markets opened higher despite stagnant UK growth in July, while US markets closed at record highs after unexpectedly high jobless claims tempered inflation concerns, boosting expectations of a Fed rate cut.

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UK Economy Stagnates in July Amidst Manufacturing Decline

The UK economy saw zero growth in July, following a 1.3% contraction in manufacturing—the steepest monthly decline since July 2024—while the three-month growth to July reached only 0.2%, signaling a continued slowdown.

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UK Retail Sales Rise in August Despite Consumer Concerns

Record warm weather and a Bank of England interest rate cut boosted UK retail sales by 3.1% year-on-year in August, although retailers remain cautious about the crucial pre-Christmas period due to concerns over potential tax rises.

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