Business confidence hits two year low
UK business confidence has reached its lowest point in nearly two years, according to the latest Business Trends Report by BDO. The BDO optimism index fell by 5.81 points to 93.49 in November, marking the steepest month-on-month decline since 2021. Firms are grappling with rising costs, reduced customer confidence, and falling orders, leading to a potential economic contraction.
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Mortgage arrears increases by 18%
Latest mortgage lending data from the Bank of England and FCA shows that the value of outstanding mortgage balances with arrears is 18% higher than a year earlier and has risen to £21.9 billion, albeit this has declined by 0.4% compared to the previous quarter.
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British consumers most likely to demand instant decisions on loans
New research by CRIF has found that consumers in the UK are the most likely in Europe to demand near-immediate decision-making on services and product applications by banks, insurers and lenders.
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Second charge mortgage new business volumes grew by 32% in October 2024
Commenting on the latest new business figures for the second charge mortgage market, Fiona Hoyle, Director of Consumer & Mortgage Finance and Inclusion at the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA), said:
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Second charge mortgage new business volumes grew by 16% in August 2024
Commenting on the latest new business figures for the second charge mortgage market, Fiona Hoyle, Director of Consumer & Mortgage Finance and Inclusion at the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA), said:
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Half of adults have cut back spending on essentials
Half of adults have cut back spending on two or more essentials, including energy, water, broadband and car insurance, in the last year according to latest research by the Citizens Advice.
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