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Everything is getting more expensive – including money
Editor's letter Investors are about to start feeling rather more pain, says Merryn Somerset Webb – from the rising price of money.
By Merryn Somerset Webb Published
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The pound slides as the Bank of England warns of stagflation
Analysis The Bank of England raised UK interest rates and warned of soaring inflation and a collapse in economic growth. John Stepek explains what it means for the pound, the economy, and your money.
By John Stepek Published
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What is a windfall tax?
Briefings Windfall taxes are levied on industries that have benefited the most from unusual economic conditions, earning above average profits. They are often associated with the energy sector.
By Saloni Sardana Published
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The pound is falling hard – is a UK recession on the cards?
Analysis The pound has tanked against the US dollar as markets grow increasingly concerned about a recession in the UK. John Stepek asks if anything can save us.
By John Stepek Published
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Why we need to chop off the “dead hand” of the Treasury
Briefings HM Treasury, the department in charge of long-term growth, fiscal policy, and departmental budgets, is a single bloated behemoth. It would be better to split the roles.
By Simon Wilson Published
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We may be heading for recession – and it will be no ordinary recession
Editor's letter Just as the downturn in 2020 was not a typical recession. the next downturn could be very different too, says Merryn Somerset Webb.
By Merryn Somerset Webb Published
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The jobs market is booming – here are two ways investors can profit
Tips The UK Jobs market is booming and unemployment is at the lowest level since 1974. Rupert Hargreaves explains how investors can profit.
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
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Is the UK too open to overseas takeovers?
Analysis Data shows that the UK is more open to overseas takeovers than other major markets. John Stepek asks: should investors care?
By John Stepek Published
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Will higher trade-union power cause a wage-price spiral?
Briefings Inflation is hotting up, leading workers to demand wage rises to compensate. Union membership is on the rise again. Will this spark a wage-price spiral? Stuart Watkins reports.
By Stuart Watkins Published
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