Article 27 Nov 2025
The hidden cost of global growth: Why manufacturers must rethink cross-border payments
Global expansion promises scale and resilience, but fragmented payment systems and FX volatility erode margins and strain liquidity. Discover how manufacturers can streamline cross-border payments, protect supply chains, and maintain financial control.
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All eyes on Westminster as Budget steals the spotlight
The UK Budget will be released on Wednesday, following intense speculation about its contents. Recent data offered a mixed...
Economic Update 17 Nov 2025 6 minute read
Markets brace for a week of data surprises - will sterling steal the spotlight?
Over the weekend, speculation emerged regarding potential property tax increases, including a surcharge on higher-value homes within...
Economic Update 10 Nov 2025 6 minute read
Sterling’s rebound may be short-lived - data will decide
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Economic Update 03 Nov 2025 5 minute read
Shutdown squeezes US data flow while dollar stays firm
Reports of widespread delays and cancellations at US airports highlight the growing impact of the government shutdown. If the disruption extends to...
Economic Update 27 Oct 2025 6 minute read
Retail shines but budget gaps and weak orders cloud the outlook
Last week’s UK data releases painted a mixed picture. September retail sales surprised to the upside, rising 0.5% month-on-month, reportedly driven by...
Economic Update 20 Oct 2025 5 minute read
Inflation week could rattle sterling, but will the data deliver?
The week opens with a light data calendar, but inflation figures from the UK and US will dominate attention. Weekend headlines suggest markets...
Economic Update 13 Oct 2025 5 minute read
Trump’s visit and hostage deal lift USD; UK jobs and Eurozone politics in focus
President Trump arrived in Israel early this morning, shortly after Hamas released the first seven Israeli hostages under the terms of the recently brokered...
Economic Update 06 Oct 2025 6 minute read
Defensive sterling meets fragile eurozone as Fed eyes rate cut
It’s a relatively quiet week for UK economic data, but fiscal policy remains in focus as the government prepares for the Autumn Budget.