Starmer suggests no tax cuts for two years under Labour without economic growth Labour leader says growth must come first, and concedes his £28bn green energy investment could shrink The Independent UK · Jan 5, 2024
Booze tax cuts approved to boost tourism The cabinet has approved tax cuts on alcoholic beverages, with wine prices set to fall significantly, in order to boost tourism. Bangkok Post · Jan 5, 2024
Where the Republican presidential candidates stand on the economy GOP presidential hopefuls know that the economy is an important issue — if not the top issue — for voters. That means it's a big talker on the campaign trail and a focus area for winning votes. WEKU · Jan 4, 2024
Labour tax cuts would threaten another 'period of austerity' for public services, warns IFS Sir Keir Starmer and shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves are reported to be considering tax cuts in Labour’s election manifesto, possibly to income tax Evening Standard · Jan 4, 2024
Humza Yousaf attacks Tories for 'choosing tax cuts for wealthy' over fair NHS pay HUMZA Yousaf has accused the UK Government of prioritising “tax cuts for the wealthy” over fair pay for NHS staff as junior doctors in England… The National (Scotland) · Jan 3, 2024
How Regular Families Could Be Affected if Tax Cuts Expire You don’t have to have a large estate to see a significant impact on your taxes once provisions in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act sunset (if Congress doesn’t act). Kiplinger · Jan 3, 2024
Six things to watch in 2024 global economy, from tax cuts to AI The Israel-Hamas war could broaden, and many developing countries are on a path to crisis The Guardian - UK · Jan 2, 2024
Five charts explaining the UK’s economic prospects in 2024 As we enter an election year, how will the effects of inflation, weak GDP growth, unemployment, tax cuts and rising housing costs sway voters’ intentions? The Guardian - UK · Dec 29, 2023
How a spring UK budget could fire the starting gun for an early election UK economic prospects are bleak but an agenda-setting fiscal event such as sweeping tax cuts in March offers another roll of the dice The Guardian - UK · Dec 27, 2023
Jeremy Hunt fuels election speculation as 6 March spring budget announced Chancellor has asked the OBR to prepare forecasts for the economy and public finances to be presented to parliament The Guardian - UK · Dec 27, 2023
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announces date for 2024 spring Budget Tories expected to seek tax cuts in appeal to voters as they founder 20 points behind Labour in polls The Independent UK · Dec 27, 2023
Conservatives float tax cuts and help for first-time buyers to turn around dire polling Longer term fixed mortgage deals and inheritance tax cuts among attention-grabbing pledges reported to be under consideration Evening Standard · Dec 27, 2023
May general election? The economic case for going early (and clinging on) Falling inflation and tax cuts in a February budget would signal a spring poll but weak growth and rising mortgage bills bode caution The Guardian - UK · Dec 21, 2023
How to Prepare for Upcoming Estate Tax Law Changes High-net-worth families have time to take advantage of higher estate and gift tax exemptions before they’re significantly reduced if provisions of the Tax Cuts and Job Act are allowed to sunset. Kiplinger · Dec 18, 2023
The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2023 Jeremy Hunt’s tax cuts will add just 0.25% to UK GDP, Bank of England says In a damning assessment of the chancellor’s fiscal shakeup, the Bank of England said the measures ‘could’ boost national output by a quarter of a per cent
The Guardian - UK · Dec 14, 2023 David Cameron defends UK’s decision not to vote for UN resolution demanding ceasefire in Gaza – as it happened Foreign secretary says ceasefire needs to be ‘sustainable’ as he appears before House of Lords European affairs committee
The Guardian - AU · Dec 14, 2023 Jim Chalmers’ lucky budget surplus is no comfort to workers whose pay is shrinking It’s hard to get excited about Myefo figures when median earnings fell, stage-three tax cuts remain sacrosanct and there are no new measures to relieve cost-of-living pressures
The Texas Tribune · Dec 12, 2023 I’m a Texas homeowner. When will I see my tax cut? Tax policy is messy. Here are a few tips to help you understand what the recent voter-approved tax cuts mean for your mortgage.
Kiplinger · Dec 11, 2023 What You Can Do Now to Avoid Paying Higher Taxes in 2026 Tax rates are set to increase once the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act sunsets at the end of 2025, but steps you take now could put you in a better financial position.
The Conversation · Dec 10, 2023 Australia has one of the weakest tax systems for redistribution among industrial nations – the Stage 3 tax cuts will make it worse One of the chief purposes of government payments and taxes is to redistribute income, which is why tax rates are higher on taxpayers with higher incomes and payments tend to get directed to people on lower incomes.
AAP · Dec 6, 2023 Rental fix hinges on more homes, namely social housing A parliamentary inquiry has called for continued funding for social housing in a comprehensive report on Australia's rental crisis.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 4, 2023 Jeremy Hunt blames Brexit for sparking half-decade of instability Chancellor says vote led to ‘incredibly challenging time’ as he defends tax cuts paid for by public sector austerity
The Texas Tribune · Dec 2, 2023 With GOP priorities unfinished, Texas House plans to wrap fourth special session Tuesday The decision to end work Tuesday leaves long odds for bills to boost school safety funding and make sure that election challenges don’t delay the implementation of property tax cuts, teacher pension raises and infrastructure spending.
The Texas Tribune · Dec 1, 2023 Tax cuts, teacher pension increases at stake after misinformation-led challenge to 2023 election Tax cuts were a major legislative priority for Republican leaders, including Gov. Greg Abbott. The governor cannot certify the election results until the challenges are resolved.
AAP · Nov 29, 2023 Charity wants tax cuts switch to ease cost of living Stage three tax cuts will soon mean Australia's highest earners better off while leaving those struggling with cost of living behind, Anglicare says.