UK morning business news with Alice & Lewis
Navigating Climate Policy and Industrial Competitiveness: The EU's Carbon Border Tax Challenge
The EU's new carbon border tax plan and its impact on heavy industries like steel and cement, as they balance climate targets with economic competitiveness.
Aviation Safety Under Scrutiny: Air India Incident Analysis
A sudden 900ft drop mid-flight and a recent deadly incident spark an investigation into Air India's safety protocols.
Energy Price Cap Predictions and the Path to Renewable Solutions
Analysts predict a slight drop in the UK's energy price cap and discuss the long-term move toward renewable energy for stability.
Sainsbury's Market Share Surge: Weather, Cybersecurity, and Competitive Strategies
Discover how warm weather and an M&S cyber-attack boosted Sainsbury's sales, and how price competition and customer behavior shape the UK supermarket landscape.
UK Business Morning: Inflation Surge in Food Prices Amid Deflation in Non-Food Goods
In this episode, Alice and Lewis explore the latest inflation data revealing a sharp rise in food prices while non-food goods remain in deflation. They discuss the factors driving these trends, including weather, supply chains, and government policies.
UK Manufacturing Sector Shows Signs of Stabilization
The UK manufacturing sector's PMI hits a five-month high, signaling a potential turnaround amid ongoing challenges.
UK Business Morning: Dramatic PMQs and Political Tensions
Witness the heated exchanges and shocking moments from today's Prime Minister's Questions as the political drama intensifies.
WH Smith Renegotiates Sale: High Street Uncertainty Looms
The high street faces more uncertainty as WH Smith renegotiates its sale to Modella Capital, with the price dropping from £52m to £40m.
Rising Business Confidence in London: Insights from the Lloyds Business Barometer
London businesses are feeling optimistic with confidence hitting 64% as hiring and tech investments surge.
Finland's Icebreaker Pledge: Trump's Arctic Security Gambit
Finland and the US team up to close the Arctic security gap as Trump pushes for rapid icebreaker deployment.
Poland's Defense Revolution: Building a Self-Sufficient Military Powerhouse
Poland is making a dramatic push to become a defense industry leader, scaling up ammunition production and tackling deep-rooted challenges in state-run companies.
The Future of Lifetime Isas: Reform or Repeal?
Are Lifetime Isas pushing savers into poor financial decisions? We break down the Treasury committee's report and debate the future of this controversial savings product.