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The busiest shipping lanes in the world
The conflict in Iran has brought shipping traffic to a halt in the Strait of Hormuz, a key corridor for global trade. This disruption has highlighted the world’s reliance on this strategic sea route and the vulnerabilities it creates for the global economy. Here we...
Iran conflict: what rising oil prices mean for UK households
Inflation is expected to rise a further 1% by the end of the year as a result of the conflict. This is driven by rising oil and gas prices, which are pushing up costs in other areas for consumers. Remortgaging and buying property has become more expensive as banks...
Business owners – from optimism to uncertainty in a volatile world
Early optimism has given way to fresh uncertainty following recent global events. Many business owners say it feels harder right now. However, UK SMEs have already navigated Brexit, Covid-19 and global instability, becoming leaner, more data-driven and more adaptable....
Emerging markets – the next generation…
Emerging markets have regained positive momentum, helped by fading headwinds, more attractive valuations and stronger long term growth prospects. Many regional economies have moved up the value chain, driven by technology, better regulation and favourable...