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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 next week – but what exactly does the fiscal event involve?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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How could the Budget affect interest rates, inflation and the financial markets?
Rachel Reeves’s Budget could be disinflationary and this might help bring down interest rates faster. What could it mean for investors?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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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
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Canadian stocks for a new era of deglobalisation
Greg Eckel, portfolio manager at Canadian General Investments, selects three Canadian stocks
By Greg Eckel Published
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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
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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
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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
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Will Rachel Reeves slash cash ISA limit to £12,000?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is said to be considering slashing the cash ISA allowance in the Autumn Budget but critics are warning against the idea. What could be announced, and what does it mean for you?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
