BoE to test general insurers in 2025
Stress testing has been common since the 2008 financial crisis.
Business confidence dips in September
Price expectations high as firms maintain margins to combat costs.
BoE delays Basel bank capital rules until July 2025
Revised implementation date now aligns with US Federal Reserve.
Late payment culture threatening SMEs
Survey suggests MPs support mandatory prompt payment code.
Water firms must pay back £114m to customers
Ofwat review highlights poor performance.