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Korean stocks are riding high on an AI waveKorean stock markets need governance reforms or upgrading to developed-market status – but the current AI boom renders both irrelevant
By Cris Sholto Heaton Published
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Will Rachel Reeves still be the chancellor following Starmer’s resignation?A new prime minister usually means a new chancellor too, and Reeves is expected to leave. Who might replace her?
By Dan McEvoy Published
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What is purchasing power parity (PPP)?Glossary Purchasing power parity (PPP) is a theory that tries to work out how over – or undervalued one currency is in relation to another.
By MoneyWeek Last updated
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Who could be the next UK prime minister after Keir Starmer's resignation?Sir Keir Starmer kicked off a leadership election after his resignation on Monday (23 June). Who could replace him in Downing Street?
By Marc Shoffman Published
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How Britain abandoned its technology companiesOpinion Britain can build technology champions, but without the ecosystem that results from successful tech firms, our country's talent will go elsewhere
By Max King Published
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How the Iran war exposed the Gulf states' decline and fallThe Gulf states' influence over the world economy has evaporated after America's war with Iran, says Matthew Lynn
By Matthew Lynn Published
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UK inflation forecast: where are prices heading next?Experts have revised their inflation expectations for 2026 due to the Middle East conflict. What’s next for prices?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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What will happen to UK interest rates in 2026?The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee held interest rates for the fourth consecutive time in June. As inflation is set to rise in the UK, where will interest rates go next?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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2026 World Cup: who the real winners areThe 2026 World Cup is unusual – not least when it comes to the economics. So who is actually benefiting from this all?
By Simon Wilson Published
