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The latest national business headlines #20

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Here are some of the top business stories making the national headlines.

Men still earn more than women in most companies

Despite a continued push for equality, the difference in wage has remained at 9.4%, the same level as in 2017/18, when figures were first published. Find out more via the BBC.

BCC survey shows improved confidence ‘yet to translate into improvement of business conditions’

Most UK businesses expect sales to rise over the coming year, despite seeing no growth over the past three months, according to a new BCC survey.

Financial turmoil will be felt for years, says JP Morgan boss

The financial turmoil that led to the downfall of Silicon Valley Bank in the US and Credit Suisse in Europe is not yet over and its effects will be felt for years, the boss of America’s biggest bank has warned. Find out more via the Guardian.

Bank of England interest rate-setter warns inflation may get too low

Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee member Silvana Tenreyro has warned inflation could soon to get too low, despite the drastic pace of price rises at the moment. Find out more via the Evening Standard.

Tom Hammersley

Digital Content Officer at Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce. BA hons journalism graduate.

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