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Wage growth in UK slows, but continues to outpace inflation
Latest labour market data from the ONS shows that wages in the first quarter of 2025 grew slower than in the previous quarter while the jobs market continues to suffer
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Bank of England cuts UK interest rates to 4.25%
The Bank of England cut interest rates by 25 basis points today, as widely anticipated, disappointing those hoping for a larger 50 basis-point cut
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Key money dates for 2025
We run through the key dates and big money changes coming up this year that could affect your financial health
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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'Nationalisation is not the answer'
Opinion Labour's enthusiasm for nationalising steel was met with approval across the spectrum. Political consensus is a sign that thinking has been abandoned, says Max King
By Max King Published
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Why did Labour take over British Steel – was it a good idea?
The government has stepped in to take control, not ownership, of British Steel, citing national security and other factors. But does that make sense?
By Simon Wilson Published
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'Rachel Reeves' plan to force pension funds into UK assets won't work'
Opinion Hustling pension fund cash into British assets sounds like a good idea. It would be better to make Britain an attractive place to invest, says Matthew Lynn
By Matthew Lynn Published
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Is the UK heading for a recession?
Trump’s tariffs have caused a pronounced stock market downturn as global growth expectations fall. Could trade disruption push the UK into recession?
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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What caused the Birmingham bin strike – and what does it mean for British businesses?
The Birmingham bin strike is the fallout from an equal-pay claim brought by female cleaners. That bodes ill for the rest of British business
By Simon Wilson Published
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Live: UK inflation slowed by more than expected in March
Live report Reporting and analysis on March's UK inflation report from the expert team at MoneyWeek. The inflation reading came in lower than analysts had forecast.
By Katie Williams Last updated
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