AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoInterest Rates: The Bank of England raised its base rate to 4% for the first time in more than three years, warning further increases may follow if energy-driven inflation persists. Tracker mortgage borrowers face higher payments, while the move adds pressure to households and businesses. Markets: A global tech sell-off dragged the FTSE 100 down 1.6% in early trading, as investors worried about AI valuations and weaker growth. Aviation: IAG said higher jet-fuel costs and September’s air traffic control outage cut profits; the disruption cost the group up to £24.6m and the UK economy an estimated £33m. Jobs: The government plans to require employers to publish salaries in job adverts, aiming to improve pay transparency and reduce inequalities. Housing: UK house prices fell 0.6% in October, their steepest monthly drop in more than three years, as borrowing costs and household bills weigh on demand. Manufacturing: Tata is investing £4bn in a Somerset battery plant, a major boost for the UK’s electric vehicle supply chain.
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