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MoneyWeek's five market predictions for investors in 2025
MoneyWeek's City columnist gazes into his crystal ball and sees five unexpected events in store for investors in 2025
By Matthew Lynn Published
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London Stock Exchange exodus: which companies could be next to go?
As many companies exit London, the steady trickle of stocks listing elsewhere could turn into a stampede. Who will be next, and what does this mean for investors?
By Max King Last updated
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Who is the richest woman in the world?
Analysis The richest woman in the world is Alice Walton, the billionaire heiress to American supermarket chain, Walmart. How did she make her billions?
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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December UK inflation rate rises to 2.6%: full analysis
The rate of inflation has risen for the second month in a row. Full coverage and analysis from the MoneyWeek team.
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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December interest rates: Bank of England keeps rates on hold
The Bank of England kept interest rates on hold at 4.75% in the final Monetary Policy Committee meeting of 2024. Full analysis from the MoneyWeek team.
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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Will Trump's tariffs trigger high inflation in the US?
The incoming Trump administration will continue Biden's protectionist and fiscally loose economic policies, while the Middle East looks more dangerous than ever
By Philip Pilkington Published
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Why is the US economy pulling ahead of Europe?
The US economy is trouncing comparable rich-world countries, enjoying higher growth and productivity. What is it doing so right?
By Simon Wilson Published
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Four most influential people in 2024
We look at the four most influential people in 2024 who moved markets – from Elon Musk reshaping US politics to Rachel Reeves struggling as Britain's chancellor
By Jane Lewis Published
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When is the next Bank of England base rate meeting?
The Bank of England held the base rate at 4.75% at its December meeting. When is the next Monetary Policy Committee meeting and will interest rates continue to fall?
By Katie Williams Last updated