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UK inflation fell to 2.6% in June, offering some welcome relief for households and businesses.

But the wider picture remains challenging:

• Oil is approaching $98 a barrel as Middle East shipping risks intensify
• MPs and accountants are calling for relief from employment and business taxes
• Younger consumers are becoming less confident about jobs, savings and housing
• Qualifying pubs and social clubs will receive a 20% business rates reduction
• European markets are weaker as energy costs and bond yields rise

For businesses that sell on credit, falling inflation does not remove the need for caution. Higher fuel, energy and financing costs can quickly affect customers’ ability to pay.

CPA helps businesses assess credit risk, monitor debtors and recover overdue invoices professionally while protecting customer relationships.

Read the full UK Business News briefing on the CPA website: cpa.co.uk/uk-business-news-today-23-july-2026-economy-markets-insolvencies/

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UK businesses end the week with stronger retail sales and improving consumer confidence — but the return of $100 oil has brought inflation, mortgage and interest-rate risks back into focus.

Today’s CPA Business News briefing covers:

• A 20% business-rates cut for nearly 32,000 hospitality venues
• Rising mortgage costs and the possibility of higher interest rates
• Retail sales growth supported by the World Cup and hot weather
• Brent crude above $100 amid escalating Middle East tensions
• Global market falls driven by oil and concerns over AI spending
• 100 new insolvency notices after deduplication

For businesses selling on credit, rising costs can quickly change how customers pay. Strong credit checks, debtor monitoring and early action on overdue invoices remain essential.

Read the full briefing and learn how CPA helps businesses improve cashflow while protecting customer relationships.

cpa.co.uk/uk-business-news-today-24-july-2026-economy-markets-insolvencies/

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#SMEs #Cashflow #LatePayment #Insolvency #UKBusiness #CreditManagement #Hospitality #InterestRates #EnergyCosts #RetailSales

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