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Moneycorp Currency Insights – September 2026

Economic Growth 17 September 2026

Moneycorp Currency Insights – September 2026

Welcome to the Moneycorp Currency Insights for September, as markets move into one of the most significant central bank months of the year, with policy decisions from the ECB, Federal Reserve and Bank of England all scheduled within a seven-day period. Recent moves in energy prices, inflation expectations and interest rate pricing mean that currency volatility could increase markedly over the coming weeks.

The Bank of England currently holds Bank Rate at 3.75%, the Federal Reserve remains at 3.50%-3.75%, and the ECB’s deposit rate stands at 2.25% following its June hike and July pause. Markets are increasingly focused on whether the ECB tightens again on 10 September, while the Fed’s 15-16 September meeting remains finely balanced between another hold and a more hawkish policy response should inflation prove persistent. The BoE follows shortly after on 17 September.

EV Rally hits Cambridge as Stagecoach East showcases electric vehicle charging

Green & Sustainability 16 September 2026

EV Rally hits Cambridge as Stagecoach East showcases electric vehicle charging

Stagecoach East’s depot in Cambridge has welcomed around 50 vehicles, including electric HGVs, taking part in the UK’s EV Rally, which aims to demonstrate the reality of driving an electric vehicle (EV).

Cambridge was chosen, both for its fleet of EV buses, but also because it recently hosted the national launch of Stagecoach’s Chargd network, which is helping commercial fleets access reliable, high-power charging infrastructure.

Wyboston Lakes Resort shortlisted for three major industry awards

Awards 16 September 2026

Wyboston Lakes Resort shortlisted for three major industry awards

Wyboston Lakes Resort has again been acknowledged as one of the leading UK conference venues by being shortlisted for three awards at the event industry’s Famtastic Awards 2026.

The award-winning conference, training and leisure venue is a finalist for Green Initiative of the Year, for Marketing Campaign of the Year and for Refurbishment or Rebrand of the Year.

Domino Reports Significant Progress on Net-Zero Journey in 2025 CSR Report

Green & Sustainability 16 September 2026

Domino Reports Significant Progress on Net-Zero Journey in 2025 CSR Report

Domino’s latest CSR Report highlights progress across key areas, including environmental performance, people, society, and customers.

Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) has published its FY 2025 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, highlighting measurable progress across environmental performance, responsible business practices, people development, and customer support. The report demonstrates how Domino is embedding sustainability across its operations while helping customers achieve their own environmental and business goals.

Cambridge venues sign up to new sustainability initiative

Green & Sustainability 14 September 2026

Cambridge venues sign up to new sustainability initiative

Meet Cambridge, the official conference and events bureau for the city, is continuing to strengthen its sustainability credentials through a new partnership with Green Meetings, reinforcing Cambridge’s reputation as a leading destination for organisations looking to host more sustainable events.

Multiple venues across Meet Cambridge’s portfolio of over 50 in and around Cambridge, have signed up to complete the Green Meetings sustainability accreditation, which will allow them to demonstrate a commitment to improving biodiversity, eliminating waste, and championing energy efficiency.

Second Term Ballot Result

Economic Growth 11 September 2026

Second Term Ballot Result

Peterborough Positive has secured an overwhelming vote of confidence from city centre businesses, with 94% voting in favour by rateable value, securing the Business Improvement District (BID) for a second five-year term.

The result, along with an impressive 60% turnout, represents a standout performance within the BID sector, exceeding the average turnout achieved in second, third, fourth and even fifth-term BID ballots nationally.

EU Sales Drive Upswing In Exports    

International 11 September 2026

EU Sales Drive Upswing In Exports    

Commenting on the latest trade data released by the Office for National Statistics, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said:    

“Sustained growth in wider UK economic activity was reflected in July’s trade figures. The rise in exports across goods and services was broad based, particularly in trade with the EU. Although, goods imports from the rest of the world were also strong. This was led by increases in car orders from China and aircraft from the USA.  

Chamber presses Chancellor to back business, unlock investment and deliver growth

Economic Growth 11 September 2026

Chamber presses Chancellor to back business, unlock investment and deliver growth

Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce has set out a clear package of measures it wants the Chancellor to deliver in the Autumn Budget, aimed at giving businesses across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough greater confidence to invest, recruit, grow and trade.

Mentoring the future – local bus operator welcomes latest engineering apprentices

Uncategorised 11 September 2026

Mentoring the future – local bus operator welcomes latest engineering apprentices

Stagecoach East has welcomed its latest group of Engineering Apprentices, as the bus operator continues to grow and showcase the talent that will drive it forwards and maintain its reputation for reliability.