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Rising FTSE 100 gives Rachel Reeves a win, for now
Opinion The FTSE 100 index of leading shares has broken through 9,000 for the first time. That’s not as impressive as it appears, and its future is looking grim.
By Matthew Lynn Published
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16 year olds can vote in the next general election – can Labour win with teens?
Comment Should 16 and 17 year olds in England be voting in the next general election - and what could Labour do to be in with the kids, asks Kalpana Fitzpatrick
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Published
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UK unemployment climbs to four-year high as jobs market and wage growth slow down
Unemployment figures are worse than expected, climbing 10 basis points to 4.7% in the three months to May, as vacancies and wage growth fall.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Mansion House speech: Reeves sets out to foster investing culture
At her annual Mansion House speech, chancellor Rachel Reeves vowed to cut back on regulatory red tape to boost growth, and get Brits investing in the stock market
By Dan McEvoy Published
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What is the Mansion House speech – and why does it matter to you?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver her next Mansion House speech this evening (15 July). We look at what could be announced and how it might affect your finances
By Katie Williams Last updated
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When will UK interest rates fall further? Latest Bank of England predictions
Most economists expect the Bank of England to cut interest rates next month at its August meeting. Will we see further cuts later in the year?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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'Labour’s next bright idea is a wealth tax – but it won't work'
Opinion A wealth tax will make Britain poorer and accelerate the exodus of the wealthy, says Matthew Lynn.
By Matthew Lynn Published
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UK economy shrinks for second month as trade war hits manufacturing
UK GDP unexpectedly fell by 0.1% in May, surprising analysts who were expecting the economy to rebound after April’s slump
By Katie Williams Last updated
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No savings from welfare bill after PIP changes shelved – will taxes rise this autumn?
Labour’s welfare bill passed on Tuesday, but eleventh-hour concessions could reduce the overall savings to zero
By Katie Williams Published