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Debasing Wall Street's new debasement trade idea
The debasement trade is a catchy and plausible idea, but there’s no sign that markets are alarmed, says Cris Sholto Heaton
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Europe’s new single stock market is no panacea
Opinion It is hard to see how a single European stock exchange will fix anything. Friedrich Merz is trying his hand at a failed strategy, says Matthew Lynn
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Should UK schools ban smartphones?
The effects of smartphones on young minds are disturbing, with calls for politicians to make school smartphone bans mandatory. Is radical action needed?
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Inflation surprise as UK CPI unchanged in September
UK CPI inflation came in at 3.8% for September, unchanged from the previous month, with analysts having forecast a reading of 4%. Follow our live coverage for the latest reaction and the implications for interest rates and your money.
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UK inflation: Consumer Prices Index release dates
The UK’s inflation reports are published monthly. When do they come out and where are prices heading?
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Are venture-capital trusts worth investing in?
Venture-capital trusts are a tax-efficient way to invest in early-stage companies. But are they worth the risk?
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'It’s time to close the British steel industry'
Opinion The price tag on British steel is just too high. It's time for Labour to make a grown-up decision and close down the industry, says Matthew Lynn
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Last orders: can UK pubs be saved?
Pubs in Britain are closing at the rate of one a day, continuing and accelerating a long-term downward trend. Why? And can anything be done to save them?
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ONS: UK economy grew just 0.1% in August, as revisions now show negative growth in July
UK GDP saw month-on-month growth of just 0.1% in August, bringing three-month growth to 0.3%. But revised data showing the economy contracted in July is overshadowing celebrations.
