The US economy keeps defying the odds.
- Senior Lecturer in Economics, The Open University
Confronted by higher prices for everyday products, US households are spending more in total.
The two types of spending can have very different effects on a country’s economy.
Economic risks are everywhere.
The UK economy has bigger problems than welfare payments.
A group of economists wants Reeves to raise public investment – but her plans so far point to a tight squeeze on spending.
The financial sector is central to the UK economy – so while fears linger over its underlying strength, Labour is unlikely to give it the tougher treatment some experts recommend.
The UK needs 300,000 new homes every year to fix the housing crisis.
Both the Conservatives and Labour have promised not to raise income tax, national insurance or VAT should they win the election – but most voters don’t believe them.
UK house prices may have dropped from their COVID peak, but here’s why that isn’t likely to make homes any more affordable.
A gap has opened up between inflation in the US compared to other regions like Europe and China.
Market expectations for rate cuts sooner rather than later have been dashed but some economies remain in danger of recession.
National insurance cuts and business investment were all included, as was the pensions triple lock. But our experts saw some omissions.
Live blog: all the announcements from Chancellor Jeremy Hunt and instant reaction from experts.
So you thought raising interest rates brought down inflation? The reality is a bit more debatable.
An economist explains why new official figures have eased the gloom surrounding the UK economy, but haven’t fully dispelled all fears.
The potential gains may be great, but the risks of softer regulation are pretty big too.
Interest rate hikes are the Bank of England’s main monetary policy weapon against inflation, but they aren’t working.
Many businesses have been reluctant to invest and expand.
Childcare, pensions and support for energy bills are among the main budget plans for the UK government.
Price inflation has hit countries differently, but most central banks and governments are concerned about the rising cost of living in 2023.
Rishi Sunak is taking over as UK prime minister from Liz Truss during very difficult economic times.
A deepening recession risk will keep home ownership out of reach for many.
The government’s energy support package for UK business raises serious concerns about debt sustainability.
Economists discuss current political proposals designed to tackle the cost of living crisis.
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