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US news
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

American Airlines Drops 4% as the Airline Sector Hits an Air Pocket

American Airlines shares fell 4% as macro fears, surging oil prices, and lack of fuel hedging create a perfect storm for the airline sector.
UK news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Self-employed workers are optimistic about the year ahead, despite lack of support from government - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Majority of UK freelancers (57.19%) remain confident about their 2026 prospects despite tax increases, inflation, and lack of employee protections.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Job listings fall for second month as budget and employment law worries curb hiring

New job adverts and active vacancies fell sharply in November as employers paused hiring amid budget uncertainty and proposed Employment Rights Bill changes.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Three weeks till budget day and Rachel Reeves is being honest' about tax, just in time | Marina Hyde

Earlier promises of no additional borrowing or taxes were broken; the government now faces deteriorating economic confidence and must enact unpopular fiscal measures.
fromBusiness Matters
7 months ago

UK small business confidence holds firm despite cost challenges, SumUp report reveals

Confidence among UK small business owners remains strong in 2025 despite rising costs and economic uncertainty. Nearly half reported stronger business performance this year compared to the last.
UK news
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
9 months ago

Hiring revival in doubt as employer confidence wanes over tax rises and workers' rights bill

UK hiring recovery is uncertain due to rising payroll taxes and employer concerns over economic conditions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

Staff layoffs in UK gain pace amid Trump tariff turmoil and labour cost increases

Higher employment costs and the uncertainty from Donald Trump's tariffs have caused UK employers to drastically cut jobs and freeze hiring, marking a severe drop in confidence.
UK news
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