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Smaller companies: the secret of South Korea’s successSponsor Content Created With Aberdeen
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MoneyWeek Talks: What does the oil crisis mean for you?The war in Iran has thrown oil markets into turmoil. Where will the crisis go next, and how can you protect yourself?
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Published
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The challenges facing Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chairNew Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh has promised to cut interest rates, but the Iran crisis will make that difficult to deliver
By Cris Sholto Heaton Published
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Live: UK inflation slows in AprilUK inflation is expected to accelerate in 2026 due to the conflict in the Middle East. What was the April consumer price index (CPI) inflation reading and what does it mean for you?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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How Britain's economy got stuck – and what happens nextEconomist Paul Johnson analyses the UK economy's inequality and stagnation, and explains why we are running out of viable options to tackle the malaise.
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Britain is stuck with a lame duck government no matter whatShould Keir Starmer stay or should he go? Either way, the result will be a disaster for British business, says Matthew Lynn
By Matthew Lynn Published
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Do local election results matter?Winning local elections hardly changes much in terms of the provision of services, as councils have limited power and money. Shouldn't that change?
By Simon Wilson Published
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King’s Speech 2026: What was announced and what does it mean for your money?The new parliamentary year has begun, with the King outlining what his government will set out to achieve in the next 12 months. What was announced, and what does it mean for you?
By Daniel Hilton Published
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Is the UK heading for stagflation?Even before the conflict in the Middle East broke out, the UK’s economy was weakening while inflation was running high. Now, stagflation looks like an increasingly likely headache for central bankers.
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
