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Bank of England cuts interest rates to 3.75% in pre-Christmas boost for struggling economy

Rate-setters back quarter-point cut after steep fall in inflation and weak economic data but vote remained close

The Guardian - UK

Stocks Climb Before the Open on Micron Boost Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) are up +0.46%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ25) are up +0.74% this morning as forecast-beating quarterly results and guidance from Micron boosted sentiment.

Barchart

Which country spends the most on gifts at Christmas?

EU Christmas spending surges in 2025 as inflation nudges prices up and regulators tighten toy safety standards.

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Intuit CEO says Gen Z is staving off recession by putting it on plastic: 'Credit card balances are up 36-37%, but they still have jobs’

Gen Z is making more money, adjusting for inflation, than previous generations at their age, but their dollars aren’t going as far as before.

Fortune

Interest rates live: Reeves says cut could knock £100 off monthly mortgage payments for first-time buyers

Today’s interest rate announcement comes as CPI rates fell to 3.2 per cent in November

The Independent UK

More UK interest rate cuts expected in 2026 after Bank of England lowers borrowing costs to near three-year low – as it happened

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey switches vote – allowing rate cut today

The Guardian - UK

France's economic outlook for 2026: How heavy is the debt burden?

France’s economic outlook for 2026 remains constrained by rising debt, high deficits, and political deadlock. Growth is set to recover modestly, but limited fiscal consolidation and reform fatigue continue to weigh on the economy.

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Here’s the Living Wage a Family of Four Must Have in Every State

Nearly one year after the American presidential election of 2024, in which the high cost of living was a critical factor and subject of debate, the cost of living in the United States remains rather high. Trips to the grocery store still take a sizeable bit out of wallets, inflation…

GOBankingRates

Holiday Grocery Trips That Reveal How Much Shoppers Really Overspend

The holiday season is a dangerous time for a budget. Even shoppers who are disciplined for eleven months of the year tend to lose control in December. The combination of social pressure, nostalgia, and aggressive store marketing creates a perfect storm for overspending. Analyzing a typical holiday grocery receipt reveals…

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Stocks rise as inflation dips and oil price rebounds

The headline Consumer Prices Index rose 3.2% year-on-year in November, slowing from 3.6% in October.

Evening Standard

Dishing the public dosh to force RBA's hand on rates

With the government unlikely to restrain public spending, the Reserve Bank will have to lift rates in 2026 to keep inflation under control, economists say.

AAP

Bank of England poised for Christmas interest rate cut after inflation slows

The Bank of England is widely expected to reduce borrowing costs to 3.75% from 4% when it next announces its decision on Thursday.

Evening Standard

Why has inflation fallen and what does it mean for me?

November’s inflation rate of 3.2% means if an item cost £100 a year ago, it would now cost £103.20.

The Independent UK

BMA accused of hypocrisy as its own staff threaten to strike over pay

Dispute with clerical staff over below-inflation pay rise comes as NHS resident doctors start BMA-backed strike

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S&P Futures Gain as Investors Weigh U.S. Jobs Data, Fed Speak and Micron Earnings in Focus

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) are trending up +0.27% this morning as investors continue to digest the latest U.S. jobs data, while also awaiting remarks from Federal Reserve officials and an earnings report from semiconductor giant Micron.

The Independent UK

The Christmas treats which have risen in price by as much as 70%

Researchers have identified which shops have increased prices the most since last Christmas

Evening Standard

House price growth slowed in October as values fell in London – ONS

Some property experts said a cut in the Bank of England base rate is expected on Thursday, in a boost for some mortgage holders.

The Independent UK

UK house price growth slumps as values fall in London

A base rate cut by the Bank of England base rate is expected on Thursday, which could help some mortgage holders.

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Evening Standard

Examples of where inflation eased in November – and where it accelerated

Lower food costs were the main driver of the overall drop in inflation.

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Here’s How Trump’s $2,000 Dividend May Impact the Stock Market

President Donald Trump has touted a $2,000 "dividend" check for each American tied to tariff revenue.

Evening Standard

Sharp inflation drop ‘seals the deal’ for interest rate cut, economists say

Shops offering Black Friday sales helped bring down inflation to the lowest rate since March.

The Guardian - UK

Inflation drop makes Bank of England early Christmas present to Reeves almost a certainty

Monetary policy committee, cautious in recent months, expected to respond with cut in interest rates

Evening Standard

Boost for Reeves as inflation drops to 3.2% in November

Bigger than expected drop opens the way for an interest rate cut from the Bank of England

Evening Standard

FTSE 100 Live 17 December: Stocks surge amid inflation cheer, interest rate set to fall

The rate of inflation fell far more quickly than expected last month, paving the way for another cut in interest rates tomorrow.

Evening Standard

Inflation drops sharply to 3.2% in November after food prices fall

The rate of Consumer Prices Index inflation fell to 3.2% in November, from 3.6% in October, the Office for National Statistics said.

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