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The shine comes off Dubai for British expats and the wealthy
Opinion Dubai has boomed as a low-tax hub for the world's wealthy, but none were looking to move to a war zone. They will be off as soon as it's safe to do so
By Matthew Lynn Published
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Will the EU’s ‘Buy European’ strategy work?
The EU’s ‘Buy European’ campaign is a reaction to a changing world and a determination to forge its own way. Dramatic first steps were taken this week
By Simon Wilson Published
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Will UK interest rates fall in 2026? Latest Bank of England predictions
The Bank of England held interest rates at 3.75% in their February meeting. After conflict broke out in the Middle East, will interest rates stay at this level, or fall?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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UK inflation forecast: where are prices heading next?
UK inflation fell sharply in January, but with conflict in the Middle East threatening the UK economy, will price growth fall further in 2026?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Rachel Reeves's Spring Statement – live analysis and commentary
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Spring Statement today (3 March). What was announced?
By Sam Walker Last updated
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Why India is well placed for recovery after a bruising 2025
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By MoneyWeek Published
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UK small-cap stocks ‘are ready to run’
Opinion UK small-cap stocks could be set for a multi-year bull market, with recent strong performance outstripping the large-cap indices
By Max King Published
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The scourge of youth unemployment in Britain
Youth unemployment in Britain is the worst it’s been for more than a decade. Something dramatic seems to have changed in the labour markets. What is it?
By Simon Wilson Published
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What does the latest tariff turmoil mean for markets?
The legal underpinning for Trump’s ‘reciprocal’ tariff regime was rejected by the US Supreme Court last week, but the president has unleashed fresh turmoil on the markets. What does it mean for investors?
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
