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Australia and the economic costs of a “zero Covid-19” strategy
Briefings Some countries, such as Australia, pursued a strategy of trying to completely suppress the spread of the coronavirus. Did it work? And what does it cost?
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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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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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Government launches final Covid support scheme for the self-employed
Advice A fifth and final round of the government’s aid scheme for the self-employed, with grants of up to £7,500, has been launched.
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AstraZeneca’s Covid troubles could see it pull out of making vaccines
News AstraZeneca has suffered a series of setbacks with its Covid-19 jab and may exit the inoculation subsector altogether. Matthew Partridge reports
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Working from home? Make sure you claim everything you can
Advice People working from home can receive up to £140 a year in tax relief.
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The crisis brewing in emerging markets
Opinion Covid-related political unrest and financial collapse in the developing world are the biggest threats right now, says Matthew Lynn.
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Can Latin America's economies recover from the pandemic?
News Few places have suffered as much from the Covid-19 pandemic as Latin America. A sustained commodity rally could help.
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Brian Pellegrini: why America isn't going back to work
Podcasts Brian Pellegrini, founder of Intertemporal Economics, talks to Merryn about the post pandemic economy; why Americans aren't returning to work; plus inflation, productivity, and Big Tech.
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