consumer finance
The Paradox of Prudence: Why Your Water Bill Is Soaring Despite Conservation
A Londoner’s 45% water bill hike despite conservation reveals the broken economics of UK utilities, where infrastructure costs penalize prudent consumers.
The Hidden Capital in Your Utility Bill: Unlocking Dormant Assets in a Digital Economy
Unclaimed energy credits reveal deep inefficiencies in our financial systems, highlighting opportunities for fintech, investors, and a smarter economy.
The £500 Million Energy Debt Reset: A Necessary Lifeline or a Risky Precedent for the UK Economy?
Ofgem’s plan to write off £500m in energy debt helps thousands but raises bills for all. We analyze the economic, investment, and fintech implications.
The £260m Paradox: Why UK Water Customers Are Getting a Refund While Bills Are Set to Soar
Water companies must refund £260m for poor performance, yet bills are set to rise. We analyse this financial paradox for consumers, investors, and the economy.
Stuck in First Gear: An Investor’s Analysis of the Luxury EV Slowdown
The luxury EV market is stalling due to high prices and a failure to capture the Chinese market, posing significant challenges for investors and automakers.
The £2 Billion Echo: Is the Car Finance Scandal the UK Banking Sector’s Next PPI?
Lloyds Banking Group’s £2bn provision for the car finance scandal signals a major crisis for UK banking, with potential echoes of the costly PPI scandal.
Beyond the Bill: Decoding Click Energy’s Price Hike and Its Ripple Effect on the Economy
Click Energy’s first price rise in three years signals major shifts in the economy, impacting personal finance, investing, and the broader stock market.