cost of living
Motorists still ‘paying too much’ for fuel, says competition watchdog
The CMA said that the fuel market is still ‘failing consumers’ a year on from its first report that laid bare the problems in the sector.
Treasury ‘confident’ enough coins available without ordering more this year
A Treasury spokesman said there are no plans to alter the mix of coins, after doubts were cast on the future of the smallest denominations.
Nestle slows price hikes in bid to win back cost-squeezed shoppers
The maker of household brands from KitKat to Cheerios said it had cut its outlook for sales growth this year as a result.
British Gas owner’s profits fall from record highs amid more ‘normalised’ market
Centrica said it will return a further £200 million to investors, despite profits easing back in the first half.
Examples of how inflation has eased or accelerated for everyday items
A handful of items are recording negative inflation, with prices are falling year-on-year.
UK inflation stays at 2% despite surge in hotel prices
The rate of Consumer Prices Index inflation remained unchanged at 2% in June, the Office for National Statistics said.
Inflation held at 2% in June, but hotel prices soared by 8.8% - ONS
The rate of Consumer Prices Index inflation was at 2% for the second month in a row last month, the Office for National Statistics said.
Fight against price rises sees UK inflation hold steady in June
The rate of Consumer Prices Index inflation was at 2% for the second month in a row last month, the Office for National Statistics said.
Rates should be cut to stop living standards squeeze, says Bank policymaker
UK interest rates are currently at a 16-year high of 5.25% after they were increased in a bid to tackle soaring inflation.
Burberry boss replaced as firm warns over first-half losses amid slump in sales
The luxury fashion group said Jonathan Akeroyd is leaving straight away and will be replaced by former Michael Kors boss Joshua Schulman.