How Do Your Earnings Compare?
If you’re wondering how you’re paid compared to the national average, wonder no more. Here is a very interesting guide that was recently put out by HM Revenue & Customs and Pay As You Earn. The earning data is published […]
Positive Improvement for UK Finances
UK finances actually showed a modest improvement in August according to official data, showing a promise for the economic recovery. However, as the Office for Budget Responsibility pointed out, there is still “significant uncertainty” with the prospects for full year […]
Positive Outlook for British Manufacturers
The manufacturers’ organization EEF and accountants BDO have found that 33% of British manufacturers have seen an increase in the last three months. This is the highest that they have seen since 2010, and is up 12% in the last […]
Spotlight on Amazon UK
The spotlight is on Amazon at the moment as it has recently been uncovered that their low level of reported sales and profits in the UK isn’t all that it appears to be. Amazon is apparently directing its sales through […]
Study Links Beauty to Giving
In a fascinating new study by Michael Price, assistant professor of economics at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, hair color was seen to have an impact on fundraising. The study looked at how hair color impacts on productivity in door-to-door […]
Sometimes Money Does Mean Happiness, Apparently
If you’re feeling like there is never enough money, you certainly aren’t alone. What is shocking, however, is just how much money people around the world appear to think that they need to be comfortable and happy. A recent study […]
World Economic Forum Offers Good News to the UK
Good news for the UK. After years of decline, it appears that they are moving back up the global rankings for the best places to do business. This news is according to the World Economic Forum, which reported that Britain […]
Consumer Group Points Finger at High Street Banks
The consumer group called “Which?” is making some pretty strong allegations based on their recent undercover investigation. They sent nine researchers out into the filed to visit 37 High Street banks and building society branches across the UK. Going Undercover […]
Jaguar and Land Rover UK Looking to China
Jaguar and Land Rover are eyeing the possibility of producing their trademark cars outside of their Midlands base. As sales are soaring in Asia and China is accounting for more than 10pc of sale in the last fiscal year, the […]
UK Companies Looking to Invest in Libya
Gaddafi’s downfall is bringing some unusual changes. Many British companies are now setting their sights on relaunching their businesses in Libya. Major streets in Baghdad and Kabul are fast becoming stomping grounds for western capitalism, as major US and European […]