Now playing Next Economy UK inflation drops to two and a half year low as food prices cool Stabilising food inflation and falling house prices both contributed to UK inflation coming down further in March, leading to renewed hopes that the Bank of England might cut rates soon. 17/04/2024
Now playing Next Markets Gold continues price surge as investors monitor Middle East tensions Gold prices have touched a new record high, as tensions between Iran and Israel intensify, leading to more safe haven asset purchasing. 11/04/2024
Now playing Next Business Boeing falls behind with plane supplies as Airbus picks up speed Aircraft deliveries from Boeing fall to their lowest level since mid-2021 while Airbus records a quarterly jump for the same period. 10/04/2024
Now playing Next Economy UK consumers struggle with bills despite easing housing costs Housing costs are well past last summer’s peak, although affordability issues continue to hamper the UK market. 10/04/2024
Now playing Next Economy UK house prices fall after five months of consecutive growth A delayed timeline for interest rate cuts has pushed up mortgage costs, holding back buyer demand. 05/04/2024
Now playing Next Economy Market Round-Up: Best quarter in a year for European markets Global stock markets remained on an upbeat trajectory in March, with the European stock markets particularly robust in the first quarter. Banking and Energy stocks shone, outpacing the technology sector in March. 29/03/2024
Now playing Next Business Boeing CEO to depart after five turbulent years for company Boeing's reputation has been rocked by plane crashes and manufacturing defects since 2018. 25/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy Markets Report: A look forward to the week ahead Investors will this week delve into additional indicators shedding light on the inflation trajectory for major economies, amidst the backdrop of stock markets potentially heading for a fifth consecutive month of gains. 25/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy Bank of England holds rates steady, inflation set to drop The Bank of England has held the interest rate at 5.25%, with one dissent by Swati Dhingra advocating for a 0.25% cut. Projections see inflation dipping below the target in Q2 2024. 21/03/2024
Now playing Next Markets Markets Report: A look at the week ahead Anticipation mounts as major central banks prepare to announce decisions on interest rates, influencing market dynamics and investor sentiment. 18/03/2024
Now playing Next Business Southwest Airlines rethinks 2024 financial forecast due to Boeing woes Boeing’s aircraft delivery delays have caused a number of airlines to revise their capacity forecasts for 2024, as well as pause hiring. 13/03/2024
Now playing Next Travel News People 'bounced off the roof' of a plane that dropped during flight This incident acts as a stark reminder of why you should wear a seatbelt when flying. 12/03/2024
Now playing Next Business Boeing whistleblower found dead in the US John Barnett, former employee of plane manufacturer Boeing, has died after raising the alarm about the firm’s production standards. 12/03/2024
Now playing Next Mobility Can a search for MH370 with new tech solve aviation's biggest mystery? Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 disappeared on March 8, 2014, prompting an unsuccessful search for answers. The mystery of its fate endures. 11/03/2024
Now playing Next USA United Airlines plane loses tyre during takeoff The Boeing 777 plane was able to make a safe emergency landing. 08/03/2024
Now playing Next People Meet the 5%: What it’s like to be a woman in the aviation industry One pilot says she finds it detrimental to progress when female passengers give her over-enthusiastic praise because she is a woman. 08/03/2024
Now playing Next Economy 35-year mortgages on the rise as UK buyers struggle financially Banks warn of a surge in long-term mortgages as buyers seek to get on the housing ladder. 04/03/2024