UK borrowing costs rise to highest since May on oil surge
The 10-year UK gilt yield briefly exceeded 5 percent in mid-July 2026, its highest level since May.
17 JUL
· 3 min read
Bank of England deputy governor sees weak economy curbing sticky inflation risk
Sarah Breeden stated that the weak UK economic backdrop reduces the risk of inflation becoming sticky through wages and price-setting behaviour.
16 JUL
· 3 min read
China’s economy expands 4.3% in second quarter, one of lowest rates on record
China’s GDP grew 4.3% year-on-year in Q2 2026, down from 5.0% in Q1 and below the expected 4.5%.
16 JUL
· 3 min read
Four in 10 bosses plan investment cuts as energy costs bite
Four in ten UK businesses plan to cut investment due to high energy costs driven by policy levies.
14 JUL
· 4 min read