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UK Mortgage Costs Rise Again: Why Rates Are Going Up and How Borrowers Can Reduce the Impact

Mortgage costs are rising again across the UK, putting pressure on homeowners and buyers. We explain what is driving the increase and what borrowers can do to manage the impact.

France Faces Growing Debt Pressure as Government Borrowing Costs Hit 24-Year High

France is facing renewed pressure over its public finances as the cost of government borrowing rises to its highest level in more than two decades.

Trump Considers US Diesel Export Ban as Europe Faces Pressure to Release Reserves

US President Donald Trump says he may ask European countries to release emergency diesel reserves as his administration considers restricting US diesel exports amid soaring fuel prices.

G7 Leaders Hold Urgent Talks on Diesel Supplies as UK Prices Reach Record £2 a Litre

G7 leaders are discussing the global diesel supply crisis as UK pump prices reach a record £2 per litre, putting further pressure on motorists, businesses and household costs.

Global Markets Face Growing Pressure as Oil Tops $100 and Borrowing Costs Rise

Global financial markets are facing renewed pressure as government borrowing costs reach multi-decade highs and oil prices remain above $100 a barrel, challenging investors and households.

UK Economy Expands by 0.5% in Second Quarter as Growth Beats Earlier Estimate

Britain's economy grew by 0.5% between April and June 2026, an improvement on the previous 0.4% estimate and the strongest G7 performance for the first half of the year.

M&S and Sephora Announce Major UK Beauty Partnership

Marks & Spencer is partnering with Sephora to bring beauty concessions to 100 of its UK stores from spring 2027.