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UK Mortgage Rates Fall Below 5 Percent

The average two-year fixed-rate mortgage in the UK has fallen to 4.98 percent, the lowest in three years, impacting borrowing costs for homeowners; this follows a period of high rates due to base rate hikes and inflation, with experts predicting further rate decreases.

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UK's Unicorn Surge: £205 Billion Valuation and Global Investment

The UK boasts 65 unicorns and 29 emerging unicorns, valued at nearly £205 billion, outperforming most countries except the US, China, and India, with significant US investment contributing to their growth and retention within the UK.

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Liberty Steel Faces Collapse: Gupta Attempts Last-Minute Rescue

Sanjeev Gupta is attempting a last-minute rescue of Liberty Steel's Speciality Steel UK (SSUK) division before a Wednesday court hearing; the government is preparing for SSUK's potential collapse, impacting nearly 1,500 jobs and the UK's third-largest steel producer.

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UK Electric Car Grant: Slow Rollout, No High-Tier Awards

The UK government's Electric Car Grant (ECG), launched July 14th, has added five EVs to its list of eligible models (totaling 22), all receiving only the lower £1,500 discount; the higher £3,750 grant remains unawarded, causing consumer confusion and delayed purchases, while manufacturers offer thei...

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UK Q2 GDP Growth Exceeds Forecasts Despite Slowdown

The UK economy grew by 0.3% in the second quarter of 2024, exceeding forecasts but slowing from the first quarter's 0.7% growth; this was driven by the services sector, construction, and manufacturing, despite challenges from tax increases and global trade issues.

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UK Economy Grows 0.3% in Q2 2025, Exceeding Expectations

The UK's economy grew by 0.3% in Q2 2025, exceeding analysts' predictions, primarily due to a 1.2% rise in construction, while the service sector expanded by 0.4% and industrial activity contracted by 0.3%; this follows a 0.7% growth in Q1 2025.

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Wales Eases Bluetongue Virus Restrictions on Livestock Trade

Starting Monday, Wales will ease bluetongue virus restrictions, allowing vaccinated livestock to be sold in English markets within 12 miles of the border; however, unvaccinated animals and those from England remain restricted, impacting prices and trade.

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FTSE 100 CEO Pay Hits Record High, 122 Times Average Worker Salary

Britain's FTSE 100 chief executives received record-high pay packets totaling over £1 billion in the last financial year, averaging £4.58 million each—122 times the average UK worker's salary—amid a cost of living crisis.

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UK Faces Pressure to Increase Wealth Taxes Amidst Budget Shortfall

Facing a potential £20-£50 billion budget shortfall, the UK government is under pressure to increase taxes on the wealthy, sparking debate over wealth taxes versus incremental changes to existing taxes like inheritance and capital gains taxes; challenges include data limitations and differing econom...

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UK Biofuel Plant Faces Closure Amid US Competition

The Vivergo bioethanol plant in Hull, UK, is on the verge of closure due to competition from US rivals benefiting from double subsidies, threatening 160 jobs and potentially causing significant disruptions to CO2 supply and the UK biofuel industry.

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UK Economy Grows 0.3% in Q2, Beating Forecasts but Concerns Remain

The UK economy grew by 0.3% in the second quarter of 2024, exceeding forecasts but remaining below previous growth rates; services and construction sectors contributed significantly, but experts express concerns about the sustainability of this growth given global uncertainty and tax increases.

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UK Economy Slows to 0.3% Growth Amidst £50 Billion Budget Deficit

The UK's GDP grew by 0.3 percent in Q2 2024, slower than the previous quarter, despite a June rebound driven by services and manufacturing; economists predict subdued growth for Q3, while the government faces a projected £50-51 billion budget deficit.

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