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Unemployment rises as over 50s head back to work
News The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics showed a 0.1% increase in unemployment, but a decreased rate of inactivity.
By Nicole García Mérida Published
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UK economy grows 0.5% in October, but storm clouds gather
News The latest data from the ONS showed the economy grew 0.5% in October, but shrank 0.3% in the three months to October
By Nicole García Mérida Published
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Autumn Budget: what does it mean for your finances?
Analysis From tax threshold freezes, changes to dividend allowances and energy help – what does the Autumn Budget mean for you?
By Rupert Hargreaves Last updated
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What could be in the Autumn Statement?
News Jeremy Hunt will reveal his first Autumn Statement as chancellor on Thursday, 17 November. From pensions and inheritance tax to income tax and capital gains tax, we look at what could be announced, and the potential impact on your finances.
By Ruth Emery Published
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UK economy shrinks 0.2%. Is a recession on the way?
News The latest figures showed the UK economy shrank by 0.2%, and we seem to be heading for a recession. How will this affect you?
By Nicole García Mérida Published
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UK recession: what does the Bank of England’s gloomy economic forecast mean for you?
Analysis The Bank of England is forecasting a lengthy recession over the next two years. Rupert Hargreaves explains what this could mean for you.
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
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Is Rishi richer than the King? How much is Rishi Sunak worth?
Analysis Rishi Sunak is the UK’s richest prime minister and the only prime minister in history to be wealthier than the ruling monarch, King Charles III.
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
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Is now the time to buy cheap UK stocks?
News Confidence in the UK is at an all-time low so is now the time to snap up cheap UK stocks?
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
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What could be in the chancellor’s statement on 31 October?
Analysis After dismantling most of the mini-Budget in a series of U-turns, Jeremy Hunt will reveal the rest of his “medium-term fiscal plan” on Halloween. We look at what changes could be announced, and the potential impact on your personal finances
By Ruth Emery Published
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