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America might be in a second Gilded Age
In the Spotlight The first Gilded Age was marked by rising inequality and a push for social change
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The UK's national debt: a terrifying warning
Talking Points OBR's 'grim' report on Britain's fiscal outlook warns of skyrocketing spending, but 'projection' is not a 'forecast'
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Chicago is taking drastic measures to reduce its deficit
In the Spotlight The city is expected to face a budget shortfall of nearly $1 billion in 2025
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Can Starbucks' new CEO revive the company?
Today's Big Question Brian Niccol has been the CEO of Chipotle since 2018 but is now moving to the coffee chain
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Is the Fed ready to start cutting interest rates?
Today's Big Question Recession fears and a presidential election affect the calculation
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The precipitous fall of the Japanese yen
Under the Radar The Yen recently below 160 to the dollar, its lowest value in more than 30 years
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How strong an economy will the next government inherit?
Today's Big Question Inflation finally falls to Bank of England target of 2%, but service inflation remains high while growth, productivity and investment are persistently low
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A short guide to bitcoin's halving event
The Explainer The cryptocurrency's price is at a near record high and April's cut in production could push it even higher
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Geopolitics and the economy in 2024
Talking Point The West is banking on a year of falling inflation. Don't rule out a shock
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The next PPI? Why millions may be owed compensation for car finance
The Explainer The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a review into car finance sales – could you be due a payout?
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2023: the year of crypto instability
The Explainer Crypto reached peaks — and valleys — throughout 2023
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Five key takeaways from Jeremy Hunt's Autumn Statement
The Explainer Benefits rise with higher inflation figure, pension triple lock maintained and National Insurance cut
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A surge in surge pricing
Feature And more of the week's best financial insight
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5 tips to save on heating bills
The Explainer Follow these expert recommendations for a cozy and cheap winter
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