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Construction workers in hard hats and high-visibility jackets on scaffolding at a new build housing development.

Property

Half‑billion bricks sit idle as UK homes target looks increasingly out of reach

For the first time in months, economists are unsure whether the Bank of England will cut interest rates.

Economics

Goldman Sachs sees Bank of England nudging rates to 4% by year‑end

Bank of England facade with classical columns, intricate carvings, and a statue on horseback against a modern glass building.

Economics

Mortgage rates hit five‑month high ahead of BoE decision

Britains steel industry facing challenges with potential shutdowns and job losses, highlighting economic impact.

Industrials

UK set to nationalise third‑largest steelmaker amid buyer talks collapse

Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, speaking at a tech conference podium, wearing a suit and addressing the audience.

Tech

Anthropic defends safety record as AI risk warnings surface

Patrick Healey in a suit with a red tie, looking contemplatively to the left, with an American flag behind him.

Economics

Rising gilt yields could push UK chancellor into emergency budget

Older man with grey hair and blue glasses speaking passionately, mouth open, against a dark background.

Hospitality

Wetherspoon chief slams government plan to curb vape and gambling shops on high streets

Ornate red brick and stone building at 1 Harley Street in London, with pedestrians crossing the street on a sunny day.

Property

Howard de Walden Estates posts record rent from booming Harley Street health hub

Mike Ashley in a business suit at a corporate event, discussing strategic plans, surrounded by executives and media personnel

Retail

Mike Ashley’s Frasers ousts Hugo Boss chairman

Banking

Revolut facing extortion threat after hackers steal customers’ data

CGI rendering of Battersea Power Stations future development with new buildings and green spaces along the River Thames.

Property

Battersea Power Station enters final ‘playful’ phase of £5bn project

Badenoch discusses economic policy at a press conference, addressing key financial strategies to boost national growth.

Politics

Reform hits back at Tory plan to ‘abolish inheritance tax’

Newcastle-based Sage began has kicked off a £400m share buyback.

Tech

London software stocks enjoy ‘boon’ after calls for AI slowdown

Pints of Guinness on a bar counter in UK pub, highlighting traditional British pub culture and popular beer choice

Politics

Burnham told to deliver 10 per cent hospitality VAT after backing tax cut

Sam Altman discussing OpenAIs ChatGPT advancements at a press conference, emphasizing AI innovation and future developments

Tech

OpenAI delays IPO as Altman says safety comes first

Life&Style

The Bayeux Tapestry, British Museum review: believe the hype

City Talk

Schroders: congressional gridlock may prove costly this time

Market BriefingAs of 07:20 BST

European markets at a glance

FTSE 10010,697.57+0.44%

DAX25,440.810.00%

CAC 408,117.780.00%

STOXX 506,260.380.00%

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Germany

Germany sees record approvals for foreign qualifications but barriers persist

Lead storyGermany sees record approvals for foreign qualifications but barriers persist

France

Indonesia launches massive search after ferry capsizes in Java Sea

Lead storyIndonesia launches massive search after ferry capsizes in Java Sea

UK & Ireland

Pickleball in Guildhall Yard last year as part of the launch of the London Sports Festival

Lead storyLondon Sports Festival brings pickleball to New Street Square in push to activate City spaces

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