Country: GB | Published: 2026-09-22
UK equities edged higher at the open even as public borrowing figures landed worse than expected, keeping fiscal pressure on the Chancellor ahead of the Budget. The industrial pict
UK equities edged higher at the open even as public borrowing figures landed worse than expected, keeping fiscal pressure on the Chancellor ahead of the Budget. The industrial picture darkened with a major chemicals producer suspending operations at large UK plants, putting thousands of jobs at risk, while record overseas demand for London legal services offered a brighter spot. Politically, the new Prime Minister's comments on Europe and trade relations are drawing attention, adding a layer of policy uncertainty to an already cautious mood.