Political Division Fuels America's Economic Pessimism
New research reveals a startling disconnect between America's economic reality and public perception, with political tribalism creating a nation divided over its own financial health.
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UK Economy Stalls with Zero GDP Growth in August
Britain's economic recovery hit a roadblock in August with zero growth, raising concerns about the nation's financial resilience amid ongoing challenges.
UK Economy Stagnates with Zero Growth in April
Britain's economy showed no growth in April 2024, with wet weather dampening retail sales and construction output. Get the full analysis of the UK's economic standstill.
UK economy grows 0.4% in August, Reeves welcomes recovery signs
Britain's economy expanded by 0.4% in August, marking a significant turnaround after months of stagnation. Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces cautious optimism amid ongoing economic challenges.
IMF Downgrades US Economy as Australian Tourists Avoid America
The International Monetary Fund slashes US growth forecasts amid Trump administration policies, while Australian travellers avoid America due to economic uncertainty and political tensions.
Reeves gives OBR veto power over budgets
Shadow Chancellor pledges to give Office for Budget Responsibility unprecedented veto power over major tax and spending decisions, learning from Truss's disastrous mini-budget.
IMF Warning: Global Economy Faces Perfect Storm
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warns of multiple economic dangers converging simultaneously, urging nations to prepare for turbulent times ahead as growth forecasts darken.
JPMorgan CEO Dimon Issues Recession Warning
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon sounds alarm on economic turbulence ahead, highlighting inflation pressures and geopolitical risks that could impact British businesses and households.
Reeves shatters Treasury fiscal rules in economic reset
Labour's first female Chancellor announces dramatic overhaul of Treasury spending rules, prioritising economic growth over rigid fiscal constraints in major policy shift.
Tory Economic Credibility in Tatters: Badenoch Cartoon
Ella Baron's biting political cartoon captures the crumbling economic credibility of the Conservative Party as Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch faces mounting criticism over fiscal policy failures.
Scottish Business Confidence Hits Record Low
New survey reveals overwhelming pessimism among Scottish businesses as economic stagnation bites, with concerns mounting over rising costs and political uncertainty.
Argentina's Economic Crisis Deepens Under Milei
President Javier Milei confronts escalating economic turmoil as inflation soars and social unrest grows, testing his controversial austerity measures in Argentina.
Ex-RBS Chair to Lead Scotland's Economic Advisory Council
Sir Douglas Alexander returns to economic leadership role, appointed to chair Scotland's new Council of Economic Advisors in strategic move to bolster nation's financial future.
Government Shutdown Costs UK Economy Billions
Fresh economic analysis exposes how political gridlock and government shutdowns are draining billions from the UK economy, with businesses and taxpayers bearing the brunt of Westminster's paralysis.
Jane Fonda launches committee against Trump media attacks
Hollywood icon Jane Fonda establishes new political committee to defend press freedom against Donald Trump's rhetoric, reviving historic movement from McCarthy era.
UK Economy Stagnates as Construction Output Plummets
Britain's economic recovery hits a wall as construction output plummets 1.9% in April, wiping out service sector gains and raising Budget concerns for the Chancellor.
UK Economy Grows 0.4% in Q2 - Strongest Since 2021
Britain's economy delivered a powerful performance in Q2 2024, with GDP growing by 0.4% - the strongest quarterly expansion since late 2021. Services and production sectors lead the charge as the UK economy gains momentum.
Reeves urges Labour MPs: Focus on growth mission
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers powerful message to Labour MPs, demanding immediate focus on economic growth and fiscal discipline in government's first days.
Reeves Unveils Labour's Economic Revolution
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers landmark speech outlining Labour's radical economic overhaul, from housebuilding boom to planning system shake-up and North Sea oil confrontation.
Britain to be worst G7 economy in 2025, OECD warns
A damning OECD forecast predicts Britain will be the weakest economy among G7 nations next year, with growth projections slashed amid persistent inflation and political stagnation.
Global Economy Shows Surprising Resilience to Trump Tariffs
The OECD's latest economic outlook reveals a world economy weathering Trump's aggressive tariff strategy better than forecasted, with global growth holding steady at 3.1% despite trade tensions.
Trump Ally's UK Tour Raises Alarm Over Religious Freedom Agenda
A prominent US Christian legal activist, closely linked to Donald Trump, is meeting UK politicians and faith leaders, sparking concerns about the export of American-style culture wars.
Labour's Economic Challenge: Legacy Grim, But Hope Needed
The new Labour government inherits a dire economic legacy, but voters demand solutions, not excuses. Analysis of the fiscal challenges and the urgent need for a hopeful, forward-looking strategy.
Labour's wellbeing economic framework fails to deliver
The UK government's flagship wellbeing framework, designed to shift economic focus beyond GDP, has struggled with implementation and impact despite its ambitious goals, according to experts.
Haldane: Economic failure fuels far-right extremism
Former Bank of England chief economist warns that without inclusive growth policies, economic discontent could fuel far-right extremism in Britain's political landscape.
Bank CEO Warns of Appalachian Economic Disaster
Huntington Bancshares CEO Brad Smith sounds the alarm on the economic crisis unfolding in Appalachia, calling for urgent investment and national attention to reverse the region's decline.
Journalist arrested over tweets about police investigation
A UK journalist was arrested by Hertfordshire Police over tweets about an ongoing harassment investigation, sparking a major debate on press freedom and the use of anti-harassment laws.
UK Economy Stagnates: Reeves Faces Budget Crisis
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts a major economic challenge as latest ONS figures show zero GDP growth in three months to August, putting Labour's ambitious investment plans at risk ahead of crucial Autumn Budget.
Nepal's VPN Crackdown Sparks Global Outrage and Concern
Nepal's government faces international condemnation after imposing a sweeping ban on VPNs and streaming platforms like YouTube, raising serious concerns about digital rights and freedom of expression ahead of crucial elections.
Argentina's Milei Faces Ultimate Election Test Over Radical Reforms
President Javier Milei's controversial austerity programme and radical economic reforms face a decisive verdict as Argentina heads to the polls. This analysis examines the high-stakes battle shaping the nation's future.
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