Economy
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UK labour market shows signs of cooling as unemployment ticks up and pay growth slows: industry reaction
New data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) this morning offers fresh evidence that the UK economy is beginning to…
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New means-tested winter fuel payment rules revealed by Government
As had been widely trailed by the Government in recent weeks, today came the news as to what has been decided. Everyone…
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Markets cheer strong EU growth, but geopolitics cap the rally
Written by Daniela Sabin Hathorn, senior market analyst at Capital.com The eurozone economy delivered an upside surprise today, with Q1 2025 GDP…
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Spending Review 2025: HL experts highlight key points advisers need to watch out for in next week’s big government announcement
With the Chancellor’s long-awaited Spending Review set to be unveiled next Wednesday,11th June, financial advisers should be alert to the possible implications…
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Gen Z in crisis: 25% say they cannot afford basic living costs on current income
Gen Z may be digitally fluent and financially motivated – but new data shows they are navigating a difficult landscape of judgement,…
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Tariffs leave no wounds, but scars – J. Safra Sarasin Sustainable Asset Management
Written by Raphael Olszyna-Marzys, international economist at J. Safra Sarasin Sustainable Asset Management The US economy began the second quarter with unexpected…
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Economic risks remain “unusually high”, say Schroders
In their quarterly update, Schroders’ economists give their outlook for growth, interest rates and inflation over the coming quarter. David Rees, Head…
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US debt fears cause ripples of worry
The FTSE 100 trades lower as US fiscal fears unsettle investors, and weaker demand for an auction of US debt adds to…
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April borrowing figures compound fears of autumn tax rises
Lindsay James, investment strategist at Quilter comments on the public sector finance data from the ONS, the full comment can be seen…
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Awful April: inflation spikes to 3.5% as industry experts reassess outlook on rates and client sentiment
UK inflation has surged to its highest level since early 2024, with CPI rising to 3.5% in the year to April 2025,…
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