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Trump’s trade war: tariff exemptions widened for Canada and Mexico
Donald Trump has backtracked on several of the tariffs imposed on 4 March, granting broad exemptions to Canada and Mexico. What does it mean for markets and the economy?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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When will UK interest rates fall further? Latest Bank of England predictions
Economists believe the Bank of England could cut interest rates further over the months to come, despite rising inflation. How far will the base rate fall in 2025?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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What is the Spring Forecast – and will Rachel Reeves announce any new policies?
The Treasury has said chancellor Rachel Reeves is committed to one fiscal event each year. Could a challenging economic backdrop force her to reassess this stance when she delivers the Spring Forecast on 26 March?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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What is Elon Musk's net worth?
Elon Musk is the richest person in the world — how did he make his fortune?
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Kirill Dmitriev: Putin’s emissary to Trumpworld
Profile Kirill Dmitriev is a product of America’s finest institutions and has emerged as the Russian president’s point man in negotiations with Donald Trump
By Jane Lewis Published
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Who is the richest person in the world?
The title of the richest person in the world is often changing. Who currently holds the crown for greatest net worth?
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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"It’s time to start buying Europe again"
Opinion Europe's stocks are cheap and the economic backdrop is starting to look cheerier, says Merryn Somerset Webb
By Merryn Somerset Webb Published
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Key takeaways from the 2025 German election results
Friedrich Merz heralds a new era for Germany, after the German elections revealed a majority of young voters are leaning towards the far-right
By Emily Hohler Published
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Is Rachel Reeves leading the UK to a spring crisis?
Opinion Rachel Reeves is sleepwalking into an economic catastrophe of her own making. Don’t expect a change of direction, says Matthew Lynn
By Matthew Lynn Published
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