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Business Survey

Economic optimism falls as 7 in 10 businesses report increased costs from Iran war, nearly a third passing on costs to customers

New Ipsos polling reveals growing economic pessimism and the tangible impact of the Iran conflict on costs, though businesses continue to favour Labour over the Conservatives and Reform on key economic and business policies.
Economy Survey

Scots Warm To Shares

SCOTS are warming to shares as an investment with the number of share clubs in Scotland rising from 69 to 203 in two years.
Economy Survey

Consumers Voting With Their Feet: Nearly One In Six Say Poor Dealings With Staff Put Them Off From Purchasing

A survey for the Marketing & Communication Agency by MORI shows how staff attitudes are affecting consumer behaviour
Economy Survey

You've Got M@il?

Consumers Slam Internet For Money Matters
Economy Survey

UK Entrepreneurs Are Getting Connected

Survey Reveals Increasing Take Up Of E-Commerce
Economy Survey

Two Thirds of Adults Have Heard Of ISAs But Over Half Of These Know Nothing More About Them

67% of adults say they have heard of ISAs but, disappointingly, over half of those who have heard of ISAs (57%) say they know nothing about them, according to recent figures released by Marks & Spencer Financial Services (M&SFS). The research carried out by MORI Financial Services for M&SFS is a clear illustration that the education task by ISA providers still has a long way to go.
Economy Survey

HSBC Launches Range Of 'Off The Peg' And 'Tailor Made' ISAs

HSBC has unveiled its range of ISAS, to support the government's objectives to deepen and broaden the 'savings habit'. The HSBC ISA product range - available through Midland branches, direct and independent financial advisors (IFAS) - includes ISAs 'off the peg' (without advice), or 'tailor made' for people who need expert advice.
Economy Survey

Majority Of British Investors "No Wiser" About ISAs Despite A Year Of Intensive Promotion

Two thirds (67%) of the British public, who are aware of ISAs feel that they have no better understanding of ISAs than they had 12 months ago according to a latest MORI survey which has been commissioned by Charles Schwab Europe.
Economy Survey

Last Potential PEP Investors Go For Growth Despite Income Frenzy

Four out of five people who say they are likely to take out a Personal Equity Plan (PEP) before the April 5th deadline will be opting for a PEP to grow their capital over the long term, according to research by MORI Financial Services for Marks & Spencer Financial Services (M&SFS). Despite the income frenzy with falling interest rates the M&SFS research reveals that long term capital growth remains the aim for the majority of potential PEP investors.
Economy Survey

Women Look Set to Embrace ISAs

ISAs look set to become women's second most popular savings vehicle over the coming months, according to the Newton Investment Index. For the first time, Newton Fund Managers Limited looked deeper into the savings intentions of women whilst analysing research for the Investment Index. The Newton Investment Index tracks the savings intentions of adults in Great Britain using research conducted by MORI Financial Services.
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