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Margaret Whitfield spent 28 years as an economist, including a decade at the Bank of England's monetary analysis division. She holds an MSc in Economics from the LSE and has contributed analysis to The Economist and the Financial Times. Now based in Oxford, she writes practical guides that translate complex economic and corporate data into clear business decisions. At British Business Review she focuses on evergreen explainers about markets, policy and company performance.

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UK Business Rates Reform and What Companies Need to Know
Finance

UK Business Rates Reform and What Companies Need to Know

UK business rates reform remains one of the most critical structural issues for commercial occupiers, retailers, and high street operators navigating shifting property...

FTSE 100 Performance and What It Signals for UK Business
Companies

FTSE 100 Performance and What It Signals for UK Business

FTSE 100 business sentiment remains a critical barometer for commercial leaders navigating macroeconomic shifts across the British Isles. When the headline index moves,...

UK Trade After Brexit and New Opportunities for Exporters
Economy

UK Trade After Brexit and New Opportunities for Exporters

UK trade post Brexit continues to evolve as firms adapt to new regulatory frameworks, shifting market demands, and ongoing customs procedures. Navigating this...

SME Lending in the UK and Access to Finance
Finance

SME Lending in the UK and Access to Finance

SME lending UK conditions remain a critical focal point for business owners and finance directors navigating the modern economic landscape. Securing adequate capital...

The UK Productivity Puzzle Explained for Business Leaders
Economy

The UK Productivity Puzzle Explained for Business Leaders

UK productivity puzzle discussions often dominate boardrooms and economic briefings across the country, yet a clear resolution remains elusive. As business leaders, we...

Why UK Business Investment Remains Weak and What Could Change It
Economy

Why UK Business Investment Remains Weak and What Could Change It

UK business investment is the lifeblood of long-term economic growth, yet the latest official figures show a persistent hesitation among corporate decision-makers across...

UK Corporation Tax Rules for Companies Explained
Finance

UK Corporation Tax Rules for Companies Explained

UK corporation tax companies must navigate requires a steady hand, clear arithmetic, and a firm grasp of current regulatory thresholds. When running a...

UK GDP Growth and What It Means for Business Confidence
Economy

UK GDP Growth and What It Means for Business Confidence

UK GDP growth business confidence remains a central topic of discussion for corporate leaders navigating a shifting economic landscape across the country. Understanding...

Bank of England Interest Rates and UK Company Borrowing
Finance

Bank of England Interest Rates and UK Company Borrowing

Bank of England interest rates business conditions shift constantly, demanding vigilant oversight from chief financial officers and small and medium-sized enterprise owners. When...