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 Lessons from Nobel Prize winners in economics on how to nurture a culture of growthThe Nobel Prize in economics went to three thinkers who show us why economies grow and how we can help them do so. Governments would be wise to heed the lessons By Simon Wilson Published 
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 'It’s time for Rachel Reeves to secure her legacy'Opinion Rachel Reeves has been a dreadful chancellor, and it's hard to see her remaining in office for another whole year. She could at least depart with some dignity By Matthew Lynn Published Opinion
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 When will UK interest rates fall further? Latest Bank of England predictionsThe Bank of England held interest rates at 4% in September. With inflation coming in lower than expected, an investment bank has revised its interest rate cuts forecast. By Katie Williams Last updated 
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 Higher earners face £377 bill if Reeves puts up income tax – do you fit the Treasury’s definition of ‘working people’?Labour’s election manifesto pledged not to raise National Insurance, VAT or income tax but prime minister Keir Starmer appeared reluctant to repeat the promise this week By Laura Miller Published 
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 What is inflation and how does it affect you?The latest inflation figure is released each month. What is inflation and how does it impact your personal finances? By Ruth Emery Last updated 
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 When is the next Bank of England base rate meeting?The Bank of England cut interest rates to 4% in August. When is the next Monetary Policy Committee meeting and will interest rates fall further? By Daniel Hilton Last updated 
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 Could Reeves limit pension tax-free cash to £100k? Experts warn retirees against pre-Budget rushA prominent Labour group of which chancellor Rachel Reeves is a member has suggested more than halving the maximum amount of cash pensioners can take tax-free. But wealth experts are warning retirees against irreversible decisions before the Budget. By Laura Miller Published 
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 Will taxes rise further in the 2025 Autumn Budget?Tax hikes in the Autumn Budget are now widely expected as the only way for the chancellor to balance the Treasury’s books but questions remain over what – and who – Rachel Reeves will target By Laura Miller Last updated 
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 When is the Autumn Budget and what should you expect?Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to deliver her second Autumn Budget at the end of November – but what exactly does the fiscal event involve? By Daniel Hilton Last updated 
