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The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

Christmas dinner warning as costs could rise after Labour tax changes

Two-thirds of retailers predict they will have to raise prices further this year

The Independent UK

Risk of ‘persistent inflation’ could affect rate cuts, says Bank economist

Huw Pill, chief economist at the Bank of England, stressed there has been ‘progress’ in bringing inflation down in recent months.

Evening Standard

Experts Explain How To Retire as Early as Possible

Retiring early is a dream for many Americans, but can you really make it happen? And how much would you need to retire early? Find Out: The Money You Need To Save Monthly To Retire Comfortably in...

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I Asked ChatGPT What Would Happen If Minimum Wage Rose at the Same Rate of Inflation — Here’s What It Said

What if minimum wage rose with inflation? I asked ChatGPT to crunch the numbers—see how much workers would earn and what it means for the economy.

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Is the $600 Stimulus Check Real? The Truth About the So-Called 'Tariff Rebate' Payments

Sen. Hawley's bill offers $600 tariff rebates to offset higher prices, but inflation risks and Congressional approval remain concerns for 2025.

International Business Times UK

Mortgage Interest Rates UK Major News: Pensioners Get Windfall, Could Gain More Than Borrowers

The Bank of England's latest rate cut brings modest mortgage relief, but pensioners may gain more due to the triple lock's inflation-linked rise.

International Business Times UK

Trump's Tariffs Drive Up Consumer Costs As Political Strategy Takes Center Stage

While the White House frames these measures as a bold move to protect U.S. industries and jobs, economists warn that the costs will be borne largely by households, fueling inflation and straining budgets.

International Business Times

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Reeves and Starmer to prepare ground for tax rises in a difficult autumn budget

Exclusive: The Guardian has been told that discussions about increases include a near-certain gambling levy

The Guardian - UK

Surge in household costs puts Reeves’s economic growth plan at risk

Labour prime minister Keir Starmer has pledged that plans to be set out in the Budget this autumn will ensure that ‘people feel better off’

The Independent UK

Bank of England Cuts Interest Rates to 4% — Is This the Calm Before the Storm?

The Bank of England has cut interest rates to 4% for the first time since 2023, signalling relief for borrowers but uncertainty ahead amid persistent inflation and slow growth.

International Business Times UK

Interest rates: Why have they been cut and what does it mean?

Here the PA news agency looks at what the decision means and what the Bank expects to happen to the economy.

Evening Standard

Bank lowers UK interest rates but warns ‘uncertainty’ about future cuts

Governor Andrew Bailey described it as a ‘finely balanced decision’ after MPC members were forced to hold a second vote.

Evening Standard

Dollar Pushes Higher After US Labor Cost Report

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.19%. The dollar recovered from a 1.5-week low today and turned higher as short covering emerged after the US unit labor cost report was slightly stronger than expected, which was negative for the inflation outlook and hawkish for Fed policy. The...

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Voices: How the cut in interest rates might come back and bite us all

COMMENT: The flagging UK economy will get a badly needed boost from the Bank of England’s third rate cut of the year – but, says James Moore, given an unexpected jump in inflation, there could now be several unintended consequences

The Independent UK

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Benzinga

Unemployment Claims Rise–And That's A Problem For The Fed

After more than a month of steady declines in weekly jobless claims, the first signs of weakness are starting to emerge, as a rise in unemployment is once again drawing attention to the disappointing jobs report released last week.

The National (Scotland)

UK interest rates slashed to lowest level in two years

UK interest rates have been cut to their lowest level since March 2023, despite the Bank of England predicting a sharp rise in inflation amid…

The Independent UK

Bank of England cuts interest rates for fifth time in a year

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The Guardian - UK

Bank’s base rate gift signals wage rise conflict is on the way

In their economic outlook the rate setters see a threat from rising prices of food, energy and business services

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The Independent UK

Interest rates cut to 4% as UK inflation picks up

The cut came after the Bank’s rate-setting committee was forced to take a second vote for the first time in its history.

Evening Standard

Interest rates cut to 4% but Rachel Reeves’ hopes of easing cost-of-living crisis hit by inflation jump blow

The reduction is the fifth over the past year and brings borrowing costs down to their lowest since March 2023

Benzinga

Retirees Could Get Up To $54 More Monthly In 2026—But Will It Be Enough?

The annual cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) for Social Security are anticipated to provide retirees with a modest increase in benefits in 2026. However, this may not be enough to keep up with the rising costs that retirees face.

Benzinga

Stock Market Today: US Futures Rise Amid Russia Peace Talk Update—Investors Await Eli Lilly, Block Earnings (UPDATED)

Editor's Note: This story has been updated to include the latest economic data and futures figures.

The Guardian - UK

Bank of England poised to cut interest rates

Quarter-point reduction expected, with City investors predicting a three-way split among rate setters

International Business Times

Bank Of England Set To Cut Rate As UK Economy Weakens

The Bank of England is widely expected to cut its key interest rate Thursday, with policymakers mindful of US tariffs and their potential risks to an already-struggling UK economy.

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10 Products Now Packaged to Hide Shrinkflation

You’re spending the same—or more—but getting less. That’s shrinkflation in action, and it’s everywhere right now. While inflation raises prices outright, shrinkflation takes a sneakier route by reducing package sizes, quantities, or quality without changing the price tag. From chips to toilet paper, manufacturers are quietly trimming down products, hoping…

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