Economy
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Don’t cry because it’s over: will the country miss Rachel Reeves?Today’s Big Question The chancellor can claim a few ‘sizeable’ achievements, but will largely be remembered for ‘breaking promises and making Brits poorer’
By Will Barker, The Week UK Published
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China reports sluggish economic growthSpeed Read The nation’s economy grew just 4.3% compared to the same period last year
By Jessica Hullinger Published
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Can Andy Burnham move Britain on from a decade of chaos?Today’s Big Question The PM-to-be is moving ever closer to No. 10, but unknowns over policy and approach are keeping sweeping optimism in check
By Will Barker, The Week UK Published
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Why is the wage gap growing between men and women?Talking Points As wage growth slows, women fall behind
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Is China’s yuan replacing the almighty dollar?Today's Big Question Beijing is setting up an ‘alternative financial system’
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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The world’s 10 richest familiesIn Depth While there is only one trillionaire, the world is still full of extraordinarily wealthy families, from Gulf monarchs to luxury clothiers
By David Faris Last updated
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The UK’s fiscal rules: stick or twist?The Explainer Strict commitments on government spending could be tested under a new prime minister
By The Week UK Published
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How US-Iran peace deal will affect the cost of livingThe Explainer Oil prices have already fallen sharply from peak but effects from Gulf conflict could be felt for months to come
By Will Barker, The Week UK Published
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Trump claims to ‘love’ inflation, at 3-year highSpeed Read The 4.2% inflation rate is the highest since April 2023
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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Aircraft engine prices are the latest bane for airlinesThe Explainer Airlines have recently criticized engine makers for price gouging
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Are China and Europe moving toward a trade war?Today's Big Question EU seeks ‘major crackdown’ on flood of imports
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Is Putin running out of momentum in Ukraine?Today's Big Question ‘Marked shift in mood’ among Russia’s elites, as country’s economic and military woes mount
By Elliott Goat, The Week UK Published
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Warsh confirmed for Fed chair as inflation roils plansSpeed Read Only one Democrat joined Republicans in voting for Warsh
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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‘Blue dot fever’ is leading to canceled concertsThe explainer Empty seats could be a sign of economic turmoil
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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