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The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains cash rate at 4.35% for seventh consecutive meeting, dealing another blow to struggling mortgage holders despite easing inflation pressures.
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New ONS data reveals UK inflation remained stubbornly high at 3.8% in August, dashing hopes of a drop and piling pressure on the Bank of England. We break down the key drivers and what it means for your wallet.
UK inflation remained unchanged at 3.8% in July, defying expectations of a fall. The surprise hold puts pressure on the Bank of England and impacts household budgets amid the cost of living squeeze.
In a dramatic shift, UK inflation has fallen to its lowest level in nearly three years, hitting 2.3% in April. This brings it tantalisingly close to the Bank of England's 2% target, putting a summer interest rate cut firmly on the table. Discover what thi
Exclusive analysis of the UK's latest labour market data reveals a worrying slowdown in wage growth coupled with rising unemployment, putting fresh pressure on household finances and the Bank of England's interest rate strategy.
New official figures reveal UK wage growth slowed to 5.7% in the three months to August 2025, as the labour market shows clear signs of cooling. Unemployment holds steady at 4.3% while job vacancies continue their decline.
New data from the Office for National Statistics shows UK regular pay growth fell to 6.1%, lagging behind inflation and intensifying the cost-of-living crisis for workers.
Official figures show UK wage growth slowed to 5.7% while unemployment rose to 4.3%, signalling a cooling labour market that could influence Bank of England interest rate decisions.
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Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to confront Britain's unemployment crisis head-on, outlining Labour's strategy to boost job creation and economic growth in a major policy speech.
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