Business & Economy

Published: 2 March 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online The government has unveiled fresh proposals aimed at tightening transparency rules around corporate ownership, in a move designed to curb money laundering, fraud and the misuse of shell companies. The plan would require stronger verification of individuals who ultimately control or benefit from companies registered in the UK, with expanded powers for regulators to publish and scrutinise ownership data. At...

Published: 2 March 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online Aston Martin, the iconic British luxury carmaker, faces a pivotal period of transformation as it seeks to remain competitive in an industry undergoing rapid change. Shifts in consumer expectations, tightening emissions regulations and the acceleration of electrification are forcing the company to rethink its product strategy, market positioning and long‑term business model. One of the most pressing challenges for Aston Martin is...

Published: 3 March 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online Air travellers around the world are facing major disruption as flights have been cancelled, rerouted and delayed following a wave of military strikes by Iran and escalating conflict involving the United States and Israel. Major airspaces across the Middle East have been closed or severely restricted, prompting airlines to cancel thousands of flights, leave passengers stranded and airlines and governments to issue...

Published: 02 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The debate over OBR reform has intensified as the spring forecast approaches. An unusual alliance of thinktanks is urging Chancellor Rachel Reeves to rethink the powers and purpose of the Office for Budget Responsibility. They argue that without meaningful OBR reform, Britain risks underinvesting in its future at a critical economic moment. The intervention comes just days before...

Published: 2 March 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online Global oil prices climbed sharply this week after a series of attacks on ships near the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz and growing fears that the ongoing Middle East conflict could disrupt energy supplies. The narrow shipping corridor, through which roughly 20 per cent of the world’s crude oil is transported, has seen tanker traffic grind to a halt and...

Published: 27 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The British hobby landscape experienced a seismic shift this morning following a major corporate announcement. Hornby has officially sold its iconic slot car brand, Scalextric, for a total of £20 million. This landmark deal marks the end of an era for the historic Kent-based model manufacturer. The buyer is Purbeck Capital Partners, a firm led by a highly...

Published: 28 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online One of the most devastating animal disease outbreaks in recent UK history unfolded in 2001, when foot‑and‑mouth disease (FMD) swept through livestock farms and led to the slaughter of millions of cattle, sheep and pigs, leaving behind towering pyres of burning carcasses and smoke visible for miles across the countryside. The outbreak left deep scars on rural communities and reshaped...

Published: 28 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online While Wall Street and some global markets initially reacted positively to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to strike down large portions of former President Donald Trump’s tariff regime, many Asian firms and exporters are far less celebratory, citing ongoing uncertainty and disrupted plans as the main reason for their restraint. The ruling, which invalidated a central legal basis for Trump’s...

Published: 28 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online While Wall Street and some global markets initially reacted positively to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to strike down large portions of former President Donald Trump’s tariff regime, many Asian firms and exporters are far less celebratory, citing ongoing uncertainty and disrupted plans as the main reason for their restraint. The ruling, which invalidated a central legal basis for Trump’s...

Published: 27 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Households across Great Britain are being urged to review their energy deals, as experts suggest potential savings of over £200 a year. The price cap, which limits how much suppliers can charge for electricity and gas, is set to fall by seven percent from April, offering a timely opportunity for those on default tariffs to switch. Consumer advocate...