First inflation rise of year forecast
Higher inflation expected as cost of living pressures persist.
Public procurement sees limited SME gains
New act aims to boost small business participation.
A third of SMEs distrust AI in finance
SMEs see a mix of automation and human oversight.
Bank of England cuts interest rates
First reduction in four years sees a 0.25% cut.
Rising poverty linked to mortgage rates
Interest rate hikes push households into financial distress.