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Christmas sandwiches have become unhinged – so why does Britain keep buying them?

COMMENT: They’re overpriced, structurally unsound and weirder by the year, yet we buy them anyway. Hannah Twiggs investigates the runaway Christmas-sandwich economy, the cold-roast physics behind them and why your pick reveals more about you than it should

The Independent UK

A lighter Santa’s sleigh: Two out of five Americans plan to spend less this holiday season amid economic uncertainty

Around a third of Americans think the US economy will get worse in 2026

The Independent UK

UK can create 5,400 jobs if it stops plastic waste exports, report finds

Campaigners say closure of loophole making it cheaper to export rather than recycle will boost circular economy

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UK sugar tax to be extended to more soft drinks and milkshakes; markets rally ahead of the budget – as it happened

Government sets out plans to lower the threshold within the Soft Drinks Industry Levy to 4.5g per 100ml, down from 5g

The Guardian - UK

'World-first' deal to give delivery drivers better pay

The nation's biggest food delivery companies have struck a deal with a union to improve the pay and working conditions of the "silent heroes" of the economy.

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Tesla's China Struggle Exposes 'Stark Strategic Choice' For American Companies, Says Economist Mohamed El-Erian: Bet On Peace Or Pullback Fast

Economist Mohamed El-Erian says the latest news about Tesla Inc.'s (NASDAQ:TSLA) performance in China signals deeper challenges for U.S. corporations operating in the world's second-largest economy.

Benzinga

Rate cut a shoo-in as Kiwi economy searches for spark

With an economy shrinking and unemployment at eight-year highs, New Zealand's central bank is all but certain to cut rates at its last meeting of the year.

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The Rise of Micro-Entrepreneurs: How Direct Selling Is Reshaping the Future of Work

A global surge in digital micro-entrepreneurs is reshaping the future of work, with direct selling, mobile technology, and AI empowering millions to build independent, flexible income streams across emerging markets.

International Business Times

Ending tax breaks on private jets could raise £2.7bn, new analysis reveals

Charity calls to bring taxes in line with economy class flights, with many private jet passengers currently paying minimal air passenger duty, no VAT and no fuel duty on polluting aviation fuel

The Independent UK

How Couples Without Dependents Are Getting Taxed Harder Than Ever

Many couples without dependents believe their finances should be simpler, but the reality is that they’re increasingly getting taxed harder than ever. While families with children benefit from credits, deductions, and targeted relief programs, these households often fall through the cracks of modern tax policy. As the economy shifts, so…

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Oasis 2025: the best non-musical moments — featuring hugs, hats and sharks

Oasis concluded their Oasis Live 25 comeback tour with their second night in São Paulo, Brazil at the weekend. Over 41 dates, the band have dominated the live scene in music, with rave reviews and ticket mayhem - including some controversial dynamic pricing - and an estimated £1 billion generated…

Evening Standard

US Economy Set To Grow In 2026 — But A New Survey Warns Of Weak Jobs, Sticky Inflation And Hidden Risks Ahead

The U.S. economy is projected to grow modestly in 2026, though job creation is expected to stay weak, according to a new NABE survey.

Benzinga

Cabinet minister admits Labour’s tax rises have driven wealthy out of UK

It comes just days after the prime minister was urged to tackle a ‘dangerous brain drain’ that is harming the UK economy

The Independent UK

4 Ways Amazon’s and Other Recent Layoffs Could Affect the Economy — and Your Wallet

GOBankingRates spoke with two financial experts to find out what could happen to the economy due to these recent layoffs.

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Evening Standard

OPINION - James Reed: 'The lack of jobs is part of a catastrophic and permanent change to the market'

At the beginning of this year, I saw something in the jobs market I’d never seen before in my 30-plus years in the recruitment business. The economy was growing, yet jobs vacancies were shrinking. This is not normal. Usually when the economy is growing, this goes hand in hand with…

Benzinga

AI Bubble About To Burst? Expert Warns 40% Of US Growth Is Concentrated In Single Narrative: 'America Is Now One Big Bet On AI'

Investor and author Ruchir Sharma believes the decade-long era of “American exceptionalism” is peaking, warning that the U.S. economy has become dangerously reliant on a single technological narrative.

Benzinga

Howard Lutnick Says Trump Could Deliver '6% GDP Growth,' Touts $3 Trillion A Year Investments: 'Factories Are Coming Home...'

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the U.S. economy is positioned for rapid expansion under President Donald Trump, citing a historic wave of manufacturing construction and tariff-driven capital investment that he argued will reshape the country's economic trajectory.

Evening Standard

Key economic data and trends that will shape Rachel Reeves’ Budget

Government borrowing for the current financial year is the highest on record outside the Covid-19 pandemic.

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China’s flying taxis struggle to take off

Chinese companies are rushing to deploy low-flying vehicles and drones for various uses

Fortune

Six-figure earners are 'living the illusion of affluence' while working side hustles, skipping meals and pretending Venmo's not working

“Many top earners say people assume they can afford it all, yet behind the image of success are quiet sacrifices: skipped purchases, delayed plans, and a fragile sense of security.”

GOBankingRates

22 States Are Facing Recession or Already in One — Is Your State at Risk?

Is your state economy in recession? A Moody’s analyst says 22 states are either in one or at high risk, and they represent a huge chunk of U.S. economic output.

The Guardian - US

Americans are feeling the pain of the affordability crisis: ‘There’s not any wiggle room’

The costs of groceries, housing, childcare, education and healthcare have become intolerable to many

Fortune

Analyst who called the dot-com bubble says Americans are turning a deaf ear to AI warnings—and a worse meltdown than 2008 looms

“Generally, when you're gripped by a bubble, people just don’t want to listen because they’re making so much money,” warns Albert Edwards.

The Guardian - UK

Rachel Reeves promises to ‘grip the cost of living’ in autumn budget

Chancellor admits economy ‘feels stuck’ for many as she signals intention to freeze income tax thresholds

Benzinga

Trump's Tariffs Hit Low-Income Households Hard, September Jobs Report Warning And More: This Week In Economy

The past week was filled with economic news, from a top economist’s warning about the impact of Trump’s tariffs to a senator’s critique of the “Trump economy.” Here’s a quick look at the top stories that made headlines.

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