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2 Large-Cap Stocks to Buy Before the End of January

Growing concerns over the economy’s uncertainties and yet-to-be-tamed inflation have led to widespread worries about an economic slowdown. Therefore, fundamentally strong large-cap stocks Walmart UnitedHealth Group (UNH) and VMware (VMW) could help stabilize your portfolios amid the volatile economic backdrop. Read more….

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Lots of sound and fury on US debt, but not a crisis — yet

For all the sound and fury about raising the nation's debt limit, most economists say federal borrowing is not at a crisis point

The Independent UK

5 Unstoppable Stocks You Shouldn't Wait Any Longer to Buy

The Fed’s intention to keep raising interest rates despite the cooling down of inflation could eventually lead to the economy witnessing a recession. Moreover, the World Bank lowered its 2023 global growth forecast by almost half, citing deteriorating economic conditions. Hence, it could be wise to invest in fundamentally sound…

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HS2: are we building this thing or not?

So there it is, High Speed 2 (HS2) will be coming to Euston after all, rather than terminating at Old Oak Common. It was rather odd timing for the story to be leaked, given that the chancellor was to make a major address on the future of the UK economy…

Evening Standard

Jeremy Hunt overdoes the Es: why his economic plan is a letdown

Speech on ‘enterprise, education, employment and everywhere’ contained only vague, empty promises

The Guardian - UK

Jim Chalmers says May budget to have ‘much bigger focus’ on tackling entrenched disadvantage

Treasurer says ‘best way to shift the needle’ is to ‘find out where those challenges are most acute’, and ‘this is something I care deeply about’

The Guardian - AU

US inflation and consumer spending cooled in December

The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge eased further in December, and consumer spending fell — the latest evidence that the Fed’s series of interest rate hikes are slowing the economy

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Jeremy Hunt urges millions of early retirees to return to work as he insists tax cuts must wait

Chancellor promises reforms to get people with long-term conditions or mental illness back into jobs

The Independent UK

UK Treasury chief: Tax cuts must wait for inflation to fall

Britain’s Treasury chief says taming inflation is more important than cutting taxes

The Independent UK

Rishi Sunak must fight hard to stop a Labour win looking inevitable

Yesterday the Prime Minister and his Cabinet gathered at Chequers for a spot of truth-telling by Isaac Levido, their elections guru. There was to be no “sugarcoating” during Levido’s election strategy briefing, we were told. The presence at the large shiny mahogany table of the Conservatives’ embattled chairman Nadhim Zahawi…

Evening Standard

Nigeria launches domestic card scheme to boost cashless economy

The move is part of the central bank’s moves to reduce cash flow within the borders of Africa’s biggest economy.

Al Jazeera

Key points from Jeremy Hunt's speech from 'mini Canary Wharfs' to inflation

Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt gave a speech at Bloomberg in the City, London to outline the Tory party vision for the economy

Birmingham Post

The housing market wakes from the dead

It's a good sign for the economy overall.

Axios

Figures show UK £60bn worse off than other countries as Jeremy Hunt lays out growth plan

The dismal analysis came as Chancellor Jeremy Hunt gave a speech laying out the government's plans for investment and growth

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The Independent UK

Watch: Jeremy Hunt outlines long-term economic plan ‘energised’ by Brexit

Watch as Jeremy Hunt spells out his plans for the economy, two months before his Budget statement in which he is expected to announce measures to boost the UK’s slow pace of growth.

The Guardian - UK

Jeremy Hunt ‘not even trying’ to settle NHS pay dispute, says Unison – as it happened

Unison general secretary says chancellor ‘completely ignoring vital public services’ after he gives speech on plans

The Independent UK

Asian shares edge higher, tracking Wall Street rally

Asian shares have advanced, boosted by a rally on Wall Street following reports suggesting the economy and corporate profits may be doing better than feared

Birmingham Post

Premier Inn submits St Ives hotel plans for care home site

The national chain’s parent company Whitbread said the £10m accommodation could create jobs and bring millions of pounds into the local economy

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Reuters

Japan PM says can't rule out return of deflation despite price spike

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Friday that a return to deflation in the world's third-largest economy cannot be ruled out, because domestic demand remains weak.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago’s economy socked with one-two punch of COVID, crime: Here’s how mayoral candidates plan to keep it off the ropes

Mayor Lori Lightfoot describes herself as a “pro-Chicago business” mayor. But on her watch, Boeing and Citadel have left town. On the plus side, Chicago remains a hub for tech start-ups. As Lightfoot seeks reelection, she and her rivals disagree how to revive the economy and restore downtown.

ABC News

NSW drivers can now 'do their bit' to offset CO2 emissions during annual vehicle registration

NSW drivers can now offset their vehicle's carbon emissions annually — at a cost of about $80 — in a move the state government says will help the environment and the economy.

Bangkok Post

Emergency decree endorsed to tackle online fraud

The cabinet has approved a draft emergency decree meant to combat online fraud, enabling financial institutions to halt suspicious transactions temporarily for scrutiny, says Digital Economy and Society (DES) Minister Chaiwut Thanakamanusorn.

Bangkok Post

China's 'comeback' needs more than a policy reversal

When President Joe Biden took office in 2021, his first message to the rest of the world was: "America is back". Having assumed his third term as general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in October, President Xi Jinping appears to be issuing a similar proclamation.

The Independent UK

Jeremy Hunt warns economic ‘discipline’ needed to get inflation under control

Chancellor told a Cabinet away day that inflation is only predicted to fall due to ‘tough decisions’ to stabilise the economy.

Manchester Evening News

Michael Gove jokes it would be 'fatal' for Andy Burnham's career if they always agreed

The Levelling Up Secretary had plenty of praise for the mayor at the Convention of the North.

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