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Mortgage approvals jump in October - Bank of England
Mortgage approvals sparked last month, official data showed on Wednesday, despite borrowing costs continuing to push higher.
Food companies pushing up prices by more than costs - CMA
The competition watchdog has accused food companies of pushing up prices by more than costs, adding to inflation.
UK consumer confidence picks up in November
Consumer confidence rebounded in November, a closely-watched survey showed on Thursday, as people started to look towards the festive season.
Nissan to build electric cars in UK - reports
Japan’s Nissan has committed to building electric versions of two of its best-selling cars in Sunderland, it was reported on Thursday, securing the future of one of the UK’s largest factories.
UK private sector returns to growth
UK private sector output stabilised in November, a closely-watched survey showed on Thursday, driven by growth in services.
Troubled Hipgnosis faces legal action
Hipgnosis Songs Fund is facing legal action, it was confirmed on Thursday, the latest development to hit the beleaguered music rights owner.
Energy bills to increase from January - Ofgem
Energy bills will increase by 5% from January, it was confirmed on Thursday, in response to higher wholesale gas prices.
Chancellor pledges '110 measures' to grow economy
The Chancellor has announced a raft of measures intended to boost business investment and grow the economy, including cutting business taxes and National Insurance.
Culture secretary 'minded' to intervene in proposed Telegraph bid
The UK government is "minded" to intervene in the proposed takeover of Telegraph Media Group by the Abu Dhabi-backed RedBird IMI, it emerged on Wednesday.
Factory orders slump to lowest level since early 2021 - CBI
Manufacturing output fell sharply in November, industry data showed on Wednesday, as orders slid to their lowest level in nearly three years.
Victorian Plumbing upbeat for current year after profits jump
Victorian Plumbing said on Wednesday that the current year had got off to a strong start, despite a "volatile" consumer backdrop, as it posted a jump in annual profits.
Rotork confirms full-year guidance
Rotork reiterated its full-year outlook on Wednesday, on the back of solid trading during the second half.
Grainger hails 'record' delivery, lifts dividend
Residential landlord Grainger posted a jump in annual rental income on Wednesday, boosted by strong demand for its properties.
BofA trims Babcock price target, reiterates 'buy' rating
Bank of America Merrill Lynch reiterated its ‘buy’ rating on Babcock International on Thursday while trimming its price target.
CMA warns Wowcher over selling tactics
The regulator has called on online platform Wowcher to change its selling practices or face court action.
Marks Electrical reiterates full-year targets despite profits slide
Marks Electrical Group reported a fall in half-year profits on Thursday, despite stronger revenues, after higher costs weighed heavily.
Reverse takeover talks at Amigo called off
Talks about a potential reverse takeover of Amigo Holdings have failed, the ailing mid-cost lender confirmed on Thursday.
Energean reiterates full-year production targets
Energean said it remained on track to meet full-year production targets on Thursday, despite the outbreak of war in Israel.
Half-year earnings jump at Investec
Financial services group Investec reported a jump in half-year profits on Thursday, despite a "difficult" macroeconomic backdrop.
Aviva confirms full-year targets as premiums spark
Aviva reiterated its full-year targets on Thursday, after the life and general insurer saw premiums jump during the third quarter.