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Too embarrassed to ask: what is the difference between monetary policy and fiscal policy?
Videos Governments and central banks have two main tools for influencing a country's economic growth: monetary policy and fiscal policy. But what are they, what is the difference, and how do they work?
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The UK's inflation figures are awful – and the worst is yet to come
Analysis UK inflation has hit yet another 30-year high, and we still haven’t hit the peak. This string of nasty surprises puts even more pressure on the Bank of England to raise interest rates, says John Stepek.
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How to invest in an environment of rising inflation and unpredictable central bank policy
Editor's letter This week central banker Lael Brainard - a long-term dove - rattled markets by suggesting America's Federal Reserve will unwind quantitative easing faster than expected. John Stepek explains what is going on.
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The cost of living crisis is getting worse, here's what to do about it
Analysis Nicole Garcia Merida looks at ways to lessen the effects of the cost of living crisis.
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Will there be a recession this year?
Analysis With household finances getting squeezed hard, the UK's consumption-led economy could be heading for a recession. John Stepek looks at what could go wrong for Britain – and what could go right.
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How to position your portfolio for higher inflation
Editor's letter UK inflation hit 6.2% this week, Merryn Somerset-Webb explains what is behind it and how investors can position themselves to combat it.
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Central banks change their tune on inflation
News With prices rising at 7.9% in the US and 6.2% in the UK, and global commodity prices surging, central banks around the world are being forced into inflation-fighting mode.
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The Bank of England has raised interest rates – but with some reluctance
Analysis As expected, the Bank of England raised interest rates yesterday – but not with any enthusiasm. John Stepek explains why, and what rising rates mean for your money.
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UK inflation is now running at 8% a year – how much worse will it get?
Analysis On one measure, UK inflation has hit 8% a year – and it’s likely to get worse before it gets better. John Stepek looks for light at the end of the tunnel, and explains what it all means for your money.
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