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FIVE at FIVE: FTSE losses lengthen, BoE raises interest rates, Asos issues profit warning, Apple sued for 'throttling' old phones, FCA makes lender plea

Here’s Proactive’s round-up of the top financial stories of the day, with helpful links taking you directly to the news

1. Bank of England raises base rate to 1.25%

The Bank of England increased its interest rate today by 25 basis points, in line with expectations.

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2. FCA urges lenders to assist with cost of living

The UK's financial regulator has insisted that lenders help customers to manage the cost of living crisis.

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3. Asos issues a profit warning due to the impact of inflation

The retailer reduced its full-year revenue growth guidance after inflation dented its profitability.

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4. Apple sued for secretly 'throttling' iPhones

A consumer rights activist has lodged a complaint with the UK Competition Appeals Tribunal over its alleged attempt to slow older phone models.

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5. FTSE 100 losses lengthen

The FTSE 100 crashed over 3% lower on the day, or around 228 points, to close at 7,044.98, as traders both sides of the Atlantic worried about rising interest rates and recession.

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