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US and China reach a ceasefire in their trade war after talks in London
The US and China's trading relationship – the most important one in the global economy – is back on track. Will the truce last?
By Emily Hohler Published
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Judicial elections: will Mexico’s bold political experiment come at a cost?
Mexico's historic judicial elections attracted little attention, but the implications could be far-reaching
By Alex Rankine Published
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UK economy slumped in April in headache for Rachel Reeves
The economy shrunk by 0.3% in April amid a perfect storm of business tax changes and US tariffs
By Katie Williams Last updated
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What did Rachel Reeves announce in the Spending Review?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced budget increases for some departments, including a £29 billion annual injection for the NHS, but others will see cuts. What was announced in the Labour Spending Review, and what does it mean for your money?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Rachel Reeves’s Spending Review: will we see a fresh wave of tax increases?
Labour’s Spending Review gave plenty to chew on and to celebrate with a record £29 billion NHS funding boost, more cash for schools and infrastructure investments – but is it a case of ‘spend now, tax later’?
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Published
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When is the Spending Review – and what could be announced?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is facing some difficult choices in the upcoming Spending Review, which will be unveiled on Wednesday. We look at what could be announced.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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'Angela Rayner taking charge of government policy is a frightening prospect for UK economy'
Opinion Deputy prime minister Angela Rayner is making moves to change the direction of our government. That should terrify us all, says Matthew Lynn
By Matthew Lynn Published
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When will UK interest rates fall further? Latest Bank of England predictions
There are signs of weakening in the labour market, but is June too early for another interest rate cut?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Wage growth slows again as unemployment nears 4-year high
Wage growth has cooled while unemployment is on the rise and vacancies are falling, latest labour market data from the ONS shows
By Daniel Hilton Last updated