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Why Scotland's proposed government bonds are a terrible idea
Opinion Politicians in Scotland pushing for “kilts” think it will strengthen the case for independence and boost financial credibility. It's more likely to backfire
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The battle of the bond markets and public finances
An obsessive focus on short-term fiscal prudence is likely to create even greater risks in a few years, says Cris Sholto Heaton
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Central banks have evolved. Are they still fit for purpose?
The rise to power and dominance of the central banks has been a key theme in MoneyWeek in its 25 years. Has their rule been benign?
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Is Britain heading for a big debt crisis?
Opinion Things are not yet as bad as some reports have claimed. But they sure aren’t rosy either, says Julian Jessop
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UK bank stocks are no bargain – here's a safer alternative
Opinion Britain's banking sector faces severe political risks. Switch into this global financials trust instead, says Max King
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Will Trump sack Jerome Powell, the Federal Reserve chief?
It seems clear that Trump would like to sack Jerome Powell if he could only find a constitutional cause. Why, and what would it mean for financial markets?
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'Rachel Reeves has run out of options'
Opinion The political and fiscal constraints on Rachel Reeves have combined to leave the chancellor at a disadvantaged position
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Looming debt crisis could blow up entire US financial system
Opinion Everyone’s trying hard to pretend that America's debt trap doesn’t really matter. It does, says Bill Bonner
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What are gilts and should you invest in them?
Government bonds such as gilts have traditionally been viewed as safe-haven assets, but does that still hold in the era of Trump tariffs?
