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VICE bankruptcy: how did it happen?
Was the VICE bankruptcy inevitable? We look into how the once multibillion-dollar came crashing down.
By Jane Lewis Published
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Would a food price cap actually work?
Analysis The government is discussing plans to cap the prices of essentials. But could this intervention do more harm than good?
By Nicole García Mérida Published
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The cost of petrol in the UK compared with the rest of the world
News The price of petrol in the UK went through the roof last year, but has since settled. We look at how UK petrol price compares with the rest of the world.
By Tom Higgins Published
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What makes up the price of a litre of petrol?
Briefings The cost of filling the average car with fuel is falling. Here’s what makes up the price of a litre of petrol.
By Rupert Hargreaves Last updated
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UK inflation slides to 8.7% - what does it mean for your money?
News Inflation has dropped below 10% for the first time in months, but with food prices at a 45-year high, is this good news and what does it mean for your money?
By Tom Higgins Published
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Why the UK equity market is shrinking
Analysis The crisis has been building for 25 years, says Max King, and it will take decades to reverse the trend.
By Max King Published
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The debt ceiling illustrates America’s empire of debt
Opinion The US has never quite got the hang of the conquering business as the debt ceiling debate shows.
By moneyweek Published
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ONS: UK economy shrank 0.3% in March
News The latest data from the ONS showed falling car and retail sales combined with industrial action caused GDP to contract in March. However, the economy expanded by 0.1% in the first quarter overall.
By Nicole García Mérida Published
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How inflation is hitting you in the pocket
Opinion Our money has been debased for decades. The blame lies with the advent of fiat money, says Dominic Frisby.
By Dominic Frisby Published
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