- 2h ago
Healey poised to raise bank taxes in 28 October Budget as energy bills rise
The Guardian reports Chancellor John Healey is poised to lift the bank surcharge in his first Budget on 28 October, while energy support and rising Ofgem price caps also loom.
- Jul 28
Barclays half-year profit rises 17% to £6.1bn, upgrades outlook and boosts bonuses; Asia investment banking push gains traction
Pre-tax profit hit £6.1 billion, beating forecasts, while the bonus pool rose almost 30% to £1.3 billion, prompting calls for higher bank taxes as the lender also raised full-year revenue guidance.
