The recent figures released by the Office for National Statistics reveal that the United Kingdom achieved a remarkable net budget surplus of £16.7 billion ($21.1 billion) in January 2024. This surplus is particularly notable given the context of the country’s public finances, which traditionally run a surplus in January compared to other months. The surge
Finance
Barclays Bank recently reported a fourth-quarter net loss of £111 million, a surprising figure that fell short of analysts’ expectations. Shareholders were anticipating a net profit of £60.95 million for the quarter, highlighting a significant deviation from the forecasted numbers. Furthermore, the bank’s full-year net attributable profit also demonstrated a decline, dropping from £5.023 billion