Three reasons for the record rise in gold prices, and one why they are falling
Gold has fallen from recent highs but there are several reasons investors are still finding refuge in the precious metal.
Category: Business
Trump picks Kevin Warsh to lead the US Federal Reserve
The 55-year-old economist had been considered for Fed chair during Trump’s first term.
Retail price index rose by 2.8% in 2025
The increase was fuelled by the prices of food, leisure, motoring and household services, Jersey Statistics says.
‘We hope it’s not the end’: Firm behind Prince George’s baby shoes warns it may close
The Leicester-based family firm of 73 years said it has been hit by “prices going up, but demand going down”.
How Guest Dragon Jenna Meek likes to do business
Jenna Meek joins the Dragons’ Den as a guest for the first time.
Millions to get £150 off energy bills for further five years
The government has confirmed the discount for six million low-income households will continue for the rest of the decade.
Trump says ‘very dangerous’ for UK to do business with China as Starmer lands in Shanghai
The US president’s comments come as Sir Keir Starmer arrives in Shanghai on the third day of his visit to…
Healthcare, visas and whisky: What did UK and China get from Starmer’s visit?
Sir Keir Starmer’s visit to China brought agreements on visas, services, healthcare, green tech and finance.
Planning bids for new homes rise in England but building remains low, data suggests
While planning applications have risen, home building has lowered, new data suggests.
‘Relief’ for pubs and hotels as rates revaluation halted
Finance Minister John O’Dowd said he had “listened carefully” to the concerns raised by hospitality.