J.C. Flowers Acquires Pepper Advantage from Pepper Global
Deal for credit management firm to fuel next phase of growth
Read moreUK Macroeconomic Snapshot - A mixed outlook remains
The UK economy is navigating through a period of mixed signals, with recent data offering reasons for both optimism and caution. In August, real GDP saw a slight increase of 0.2%, following stagnation in June and July. This growth was largely supported by a 0.1% expansion in the services sector,...
Pepper Advantage enhances cyber security with Arctic Wolf
London, 07 October 2024 – Pepper Advantage, a global credit intelligence company, announced it has partnered with Arctic Wolf, a global leader in security operations, to offer enhanced, proactive cyber security protection in all its markets. This focus on cyber security is part of Pepper...
Beyond the fanfare: why falling interest rates provide only partial relief
On 1 August 2024, newspapers and policymakers hailed a significant breakthrough as the Bank of England cut interest rates for the first time since the end of 2021. Finally, it appears to be time to climb down from high rates and reduce the strong medicine prescribed by the central bank to treat the...
UK Macroeconomic Snapshot - navigating uncertainty
The challenges of the UK economy continue and while 2024 economic growth initially exceeded expectations, it has recently shown signs of slowing. Monthly real GDP was flat in both June and July 2024, indicating a pause in expansion. Inflation rose by 2.2% in August 2024, unchanged from July....
Outsourcing myths debunked
Outsourcing has evolved into a strategic tool for businesses worldwide, offering numerous advantages such as cost savings, access to specialised skills and flexibility in operations. Despite its widespread adoption, outsourcing is often plagued by misconceptions that may deter organisations from...
One way to better assess the health of the mortgage market
Across the financial services industry, understanding a sector’s vital signs – in sickness and in health – is vital. Electronification and greater regulatory scrutiny have driven a data revolution in public markets but also in one of the world’s largest private asset classes: residential mortgages....
UK Macroeconomic Snapshot - a complex landscape
The UK economy continues to navigate a complex landscape. Economic growth in 2024 has exceeded expectations so far, with GDP expanding by 0.4% in May after flat growth in April, suggesting continued growth in Q2. While inflation has improved significantly, it has risen slightly to 2.2% in July from...