Economy
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Why the world's busiest shipping routes are under threat
The Explainer Political tensions, mega ships and global warming offer new challenges – and opportunities
By The Week UK Published
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Will Europe pivot to Asia on trade?
Today's Big Question It could be an attempt to sidestep the impact of Trump's tariffs
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Is this the worst summer ever to graduate?
Talking Point AI, higher employment costs, improved workers' rights and older staff sticking around for longer mean entry-level jobs are drying up
By The Week UK Published
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AI is creating a luxury housing renaissance in San Francisco
Under the Radar Luxury homes in the city can range from $7 million to above $20 million
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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'Tariff stacking' is creating problems for businesses
The Explainer Imports from China are the most heavily affected
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Is Rachel Reeves going soft on non-doms?
Today's Big Question Chancellor is reportedly considering reversing controversial 40% inheritance tax on global assets of non-doms, after allegations of 'exodus' of rich people
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Is the EU funding Russia more than Ukraine?
The Explainer EU remains largest importer of Russian fossil fuels despite sanctions aimed at crippling Kremlin's war effort
By The Week UK Published
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How the UK still benefits from EU funds
The Explainer Keir Starmer seeks access to bloc's new rearmament fund, while British scientists reap £500 million in EU research grants
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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The UK-US trade deal: what was agreed?
In Depth Keir Starmer's calm handling of Donald Trump paid off, but deal remains more of a 'damage limitation exercise' than 'an unbridled triumph'
By The Week UK Published
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Trump vs. China: another tariff U-turn?
Today's Big Question Washington and Beijing make huge tariff cuts, as both sides seek 'exit ramp' from escalating trade war
By The Week UK Published
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Why are Americans using 'buy now, pay later' apps to buy groceries?
Today's Big Question A 'layaway program, but reversed'
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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Trump's crypto 'sea change' upends Washington's finances
In the Spotlight By embracing digital currency, the White House is clearing a path for a new era in dubious self-enrichment
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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How the US bond market works – and why it matters
The Explainer Donald Trump was forced to U-turn on tariffs after being 'spooked' by rise in Treasury yields
By The Week UK Published
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Why does the U.S. need China's rare earth metals?
Today's Big Question Beijing has a 'near monopoly' on tech's raw materials
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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