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Giulia Quadrifoglio GTA: Alfa’s love letter to the fast saloon
Reviews Alfa Romeo has spruced up its already brilliant Giulia Quadrifoglio. Nicole Garcia Merida reports
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Eight of the best properties for sale with summer houses
Reviews From a large family house in Wandsworth to a 17th-century property in Northamptonshire, with summer house and outdoor swimming pool, eight of the best properties for sale with summer houses
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Four of the best boating holidays
Reviews From a gentle rafting trip in Oregon to a canoeing and meditation retreat in Devon. Chris Carter reports.
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This growth scare will pass – but it might make the Fed stay its hand
Analysis As the world continues to grapple with Covid-19, markets are starting to worry that "normal" might not return as soon as everyone hoped. John Stepek looks at what that might mean for you.
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Edward Bonham Carter: things will only get harder from here
Podcasts Merryn talks to Jupiter Asset Management's Edward Bonham Carter about where to find cheap assets, what happens if we have a "Japan like bear market", and the conflict between stakeholder and shareholder capitalism.
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Sentiment matters to markets – but how can you tell what investors are thinking?
Analysis Markets are driven to a large extent by “feelings” – investors getting overly excited or gloomy about a particular sector. But how do you measure that? John Stepek looks at one of the best sentiment indicators there is.
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Reese Witherspoon: the dork who became a media mogul
Profiles A decade ago, Oscar-winning actress Reese Witherspoon was in the “romcom doldrums”. Now she’s a one-woman conglomerate with a production company and a book club at its core.
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Regulatory crackdowns drive investors to China’s chipmakers
Analysis Investors are ditching fintech and the big Chinese tech stocks and flocking to semiconductor companies instead. Saloni Sardana analyses why that is.
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Wages are soaring and job vacancies are at record levels – is inflation next?
Analysis Wages in the UK are rising fast as the economy rebounds from the Covid recession. Will that drive inflation? John Stepek looks at what’s driving wages higher, and how long it might last.
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Wine of the week: a spine-tinglingly brilliant white from Piemonte
Reviews Arneis is a wondrous white grape and this wine is the star of Fontanafredda's portfolio
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The Mayfair Townhouse: a quirky, theatrical new hotel
Reviews The characterful Mayfair Townhouse is a perfect base for exploring London
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Investing in property: how Reits can help your portfolio fight inflation
Cover Story Finding an income that keeps pace with inflation is getting harder, but real-estate investment trusts (Reits) can help. Look for a mix of growth and beaten-down value to build a balanced portfolio, says Cris Sholto Heaton
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Three key lessons on the 50th anniversary of the gold standard's demise
Analysis Since 1973, the global monetary system has been backed by the dollar, not by gold. John Stepek looks at whether that will last and what may be next.
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The return of antimicrobial resistance – the silent pandemic
Briefings Before the advent of antibiotics, a small cut could be fatal, and surgery and childbirth were extremely hazardous. Is the rise of antimicrobial resistance sending us back to that era? Alex Rankine reports.
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US stocks ignore stellar earnings growth
Analysis US companies are posting robust earnings, but the stock market doesn't seem to be factoring in that optimism. Alex Rankine looks at why that is.
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Regulators are rattling investors in China. What's next?
Analysis Regulators are baring their teeth and rattling investors in China. David Stevenson explains what happens next
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Record-low mortgage rates mean house prices are likely to keep rising
Analysis House prices have been booming across the globe. John Stepek explains why house prices may continue to rise even after the Stamp Duty Holiday ends.
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How much further will the gold price fall?
Analysis Gold experienced a large sell-off over the weekend. Dominic Frisby analyses the outlook for the precious metal.
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What the "climate emergency" means for investors
Analysis The United Nations issued a report dubbed which said we are in a "Code Red" situation, listing the urgency for countries to phase out coal production. John Stepek explains what this means for investors.
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What does China’s Covid Delta outbreak mean for the economy?
Analysis China is experiencing an outbreak of Delta cases which is considered worse than the initial outbreak in Wuhan last year. Saloni Sardana analyses whether China's outbreak will spell trouble for other markets.
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The US jobs market is booming – but what does that mean for markets?
Analysis The US economy added almost one million jobs in July. John Stepek explains what the spectacular report means for markets and the future of US monetary policy.
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Austin Russell: the university drop-out who made a billion dollars
Profiles Halfway through his first year as a physics student, Austin Russell won a $100,000 prize designed to encourage young entrepreneurs. A decade later, he is the world’s youngest billionaire. Jane Lewis reports
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What's behind the riots that shook South Africa?
Briefings A combination of the pandemic, harsh lockdowns and a troubled economic legacy has made the most industrialised nation in Africa a tinderbox. What will happen next?
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Inflation is here to stay: it’s time to protect your portfolio
Cover Story Unlike in 2008, widespread money printing and government spending are pushing up prices. Central banks can’t raise interest rates because the world can’t afford it, says John Stepek. Here’s what happens next
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2019 Dalrymple: one of the most exciting Aussie pinots of the year
Reviews This scintillating wine is tremendous value for money and is a must-buy for pinot freaks everywhere
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Eight of the best houses for sale with separate accommodation
Reviews From a property near Marlow, Buckinghamshire, with riverside gardens that include a studio, to a Georgian townhouse in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, with a detached office suite, eight of the best houses for sale with separate accommodation.
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Hotels with stylish swimming pools
Reviews Enjoy a fruity cocktail from your pool in St Lucia, or a gentle pummelling in London. Chris Carter reports
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Land Rover Defender: last chance to savour that V8 burble
Reviews The new Land Rover Defender V8 put a smile on the face of petrolheads. Enjoy it while you can, says Nicole Garcia Merida
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Inflation: compound interest’s evil twin
Editor's letter We're about to see something we've not seen for a while, says Andrew Van Sickle: a nasty bout of inflation.
