Economy
The latest news, updates and features on the UK economy and other global economic stories from the expert team at MoneyWeek.
Explore Economy
-

Rachel Reeves’s Autumn Budget: what we know so far
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce a slew of new measures in her second Autumn Budget and an ailing economy means tax hikes are almost certain. Here's what we know so far, and what analysts are expecting.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
-

Chen Zhi: the kingpin of a global conspiracy
Chen Zhi appeared to be a business prodigy investing in everything from real estate to airlines. Prosecutors allege he is the head of something more sinister
By Jane Lewis Published
-

Canadian stocks for a new era of deglobalisation
Greg Eckel, portfolio manager at Canadian General Investments, selects three Canadian stocks
By Greg Eckel Published
-

Jim O’Neill on nearly 25 years of the BRICS
Jim O’Neill, who coined the acronym BRICS in 2001, tells MoneyWeek how the group is progressing
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
-

Build or innovate? How to solve the productivity puzzle
Opinion There are two main schools of thought when it comes to solving the productivity puzzle, says David C. Stevenson
By David C. Stevenson Published
Opinion -

Renewable energy trusts: is there any hope for the sector?
The outlook for renewable energy trusts has gone from bad to worse this year, with the industry being caught in a 'perfect storm'
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
-

Should ISA investors be forced to hold UK shares?
The UK government would like ISA investors to hold more UK stocks – but many of us are already overexposed
By Cris Sholto Heaton Published
-

Why Scotland's proposed government bonds are a terrible idea
Opinion Politicians in Scotland pushing for “kilts” think it will strengthen the case for independence and boost financial credibility. It's more likely to backfire
By Matthew Lynn Published
Opinion -

How Germany became the new sick man of Europe
Friedrich Merz, Germany's Keir Starmer, seems unable to tackle the deep-seated economic problems the country is facing. What happens next?
By Simon Wilson Published
