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Rachel Reeves Rules Out Wealth Tax for UK Economy

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has definitively rejected implementing a wealth tax, arguing it could deter investment and harm economic growth. Explore the implications of this controversial decision.

UK growth forecast cut as investment plummets

The EY Item Club warns Britain's economic growth prospects are dimming as business investment retreats following tax rises and policy changes, creating a perfect storm for the UK economy.

UK probes Pfizer and Novo Nordisk investments

The UK government launches a national security probe into major pharmaceutical investments by US-based Pfizer and Denmark's Novo Nordisk, raising concerns about foreign influence in Britain's vital healthcare sector.

Alphabet Smashes Records with Stunning Q3 2025 Earnings

Google's parent company Alphabet reports staggering Q3 2025 results with revenue hitting $86.1bn, driven by AI breakthroughs and cloud computing dominance. Discover how the tech giant continues to outperform market predictions.

Rachel Reeves courts Gulf states for UK investment

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is actively seeking investment from Gulf nations including Saudi Arabia, raising questions about economic pragmatism versus ethical foreign policy in Labour's new government.

Newcastle: UK's fastest-growing business city

Exclusive analysis reveals Newcastle's remarkable economic transformation, with business growth rates surpassing London and Manchester. Discover the sectors driving this Northern powerhouse revolution.

Reeves courts Saudi investment for UK growth

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves initiates high-stakes talks with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, seeking billions in investment to fuel UK economic growth amid challenging fiscal landscape.

UK economy stagnates with zero growth in April

Britain's economic growth flatlined at 0.0% in April, missing analyst forecasts and raising concerns about the strength of the recovery. Services and production sectors showed modest gains while construction output fell significantly.

Australian Superannuation Balances Hit Record High

Australian workers' retirement savings have hit unprecedented levels, with average super balances reaching new heights. Discover how this financial milestone impacts your golden years and what challenges lie ahead.

AI Bubble Warning: Workers' Wages Stagnate

Exclusive analysis reveals the AI investment frenzy isn't translating into better pay for workers, creating a dangerous economic disconnect that could burst the technology bubble.

Edinburgh Crowned UK's Top Tech Hub Outside London

Scotland's capital surges ahead of Cambridge and Manchester as leading technology centre, with record venture capital investment and booming startup scene transforming the city's economic landscape.

Reeves Unveils Labour's Radical Budget Overhaul

Shadow Chancellor announces sweeping economic reforms including tax system modernisation and business investment drive in landmark speech positioning Labour as party of fiscal responsibility.

UK unemployment falls as wages outpace inflation

Exclusive analysis reveals Britain's stunning economic recovery with unemployment hitting near-record lows and wages soaring above inflation, positioning the UK as a G7 growth leader.

Lloyds Bank makes £450m profit from Ferrari stake sale

Exclusive analysis reveals how Lloyds Banking Group's patient investment strategy paid off spectacularly with their Ferrari stake, while Citigroup faces Hong Kong regulatory scrutiny in separate banking sector developments.

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