43 h. ago Everything you need to know about Air Passenger Duty – and how to get a refund

APD is set to increase at more than the rate of inflation in April 2025 and 2026

Politics

2 d. ago Walmart profits, sales rolled in 2024, but this year appears to present some challenges

Walmart delivered another strong quarter of profits and sales increases, as its low prices have increasingly become a magnet for inflation-weary shoppers looking for a deal, especially through the critical holiday shopping season

Economics

3 d. ago Why has inflation increased and what does it mean for households?

Inflation struck its highest level since March last year in January, according to official data.

Economics

4 d. ago Mobile phone users to see bills rise by up to 7.5% this year

Previously, broadband and mobile companies were allowed to increase prices mid-contract in line with inflation - either Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation data for December or the Retail Prices Index (RPI) for January - the plus up to 3.9% extra on top of this

Politics

4 d. ago Inflation rate rises to 3% to reach its highest level in 10 months

The rate of CPI inflation increased to 3 per cent in January to reach its highest level since March last year, the Office for National Statistics said.

Economics

4 d. ago Private school fees and plane fares to drive increase in inflation

The rate of Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation is expected to have come in at 2.8%, according to a consensus of analysts.

Economics