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Economy

Profit warnings hit a two-year high as war drives up costs

UK-listed firms issued 65 in three months, and housebuilders have already issued more this year than in 2008.

19 October 2026 Source: The Guardian

Economy

Six ships were hit in ten days, insurance costs have soared, and fears are growing for grain exports.

18 October 2026 Source: The Guardian

Economy

Andrew Bailey joined finance leaders from across Europe in leaving an IMF session in Bangkok in protest at the war in Ukraine.

17 October 2026 Source: The Guardian

Economy

The fund says Britain's tax burden is already high, as the chancellor considers raising the bank surcharge.

16 October 2026 Source: The Guardian

Economy

GDP rose 0.1%, beating forecasts of a fall, as manufacturing made up for weaker consumer spending.

15 October 2026 Source: The Guardian

Economy

Petrol was up 34% on a year earlier, in the last inflation figures before next month's midterm elections.

14 October 2026 Source: The Guardian

Economy

The fund now expects 1.3% growth this year but a slowdown in 2027, as high energy prices bite.

13 October 2026 Source: The Guardian

Economy

The thinktank says the chancellor must show how he will cover £35bn of spending pressures from inflation and defence.

12 October 2026 Source: The Guardian

Economy

Shopper numbers fell 2.9 per cent in September, and electricity costs for shops are up £440m this year.

11 October 2026 Source: British Retail Consortium

Economy

The US President says there will be no attack before the midterms, as Tehran reviews a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

10 October 2026 Source: CNBC