Shoppers in the UK and US made over 100 billion debit card payments last year, generating $4.7 trillion. Discover the trends in physical vs. online spending and the preferred payment method at checkout.
The latest US employment data shows 64,000 jobs created in November, beating forecasts. Unemployment rose to 4.6%. Read the full analysis of the market's reaction.
Critical US employment data for October and November is finally released after a 43-day government shutdown caused a major delay, offering a crucial reality check for anxious markets.
US private payrolls unexpectedly fell by 32,000 in November, the largest drop since March 2023. Economists caution against overreacting to the ADP data. Read the full analysis.
The US labour market delivered a stunning performance in September, adding 336,000 jobs despite economic headwinds. Discover how this impacts the Federal Reserve's next move.
The long-delayed US jobs report shows 119,000 positions added in September, sending stocks on a volatile ride. Discover the implications for the Federal Reserve and the UK economy.
The delayed September US jobs report reveals weak hiring but few layoffs. Discover the economic impact and what it means for Federal Reserve policy.
The White House warns October's crucial inflation and jobs data may be lost due to the government shutdown, leaving the Federal Reserve 'flying blind'. Discover the full impact.
American employers added 199,000 jobs in November as the labour market shows unexpected resilience despite economic pressures, with healthcare and government leading hiring.
Donald Trump capitalises on latest US inflation data to launch blistering attack on Biden's economic record, as political battle over economy intensifies ahead of potential election rematch.
Financial markets face unprecedented uncertainty with potential government closure threatening to delay vital employment reports that guide Federal Reserve policy and investor decisions worldwide.
Former President Trump's unprecedented attacks on the Federal Reserve's independence threaten to destabilise global markets and undermine a cornerstone of US economic policy.
A man in his 70s has been found dead in a nature reserve that famously inspired CS Lewis's magical world of Narnia. Police are investigating the unexplained death in Oxford's CS Lewis Nature Reserve.
Explosive developments in US politics as Donald Trump's tirade against Jimmy Kimmel leads to a major network suspension, while Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook faces a fiery congressional grilling over interest rates.
Wall Street and Asian markets rallied as Intel and Nvidia shares soared on AI optimism, while the Bank of Japan maintained its negative interest rates. Get the full analysis on the global market surge.
Former President Trump initiates a Supreme Court battle to block the renomination of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, setting up a major constitutional confrontation over presidential powers and central bank independence.
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell signals a prolonged period of high interest rates, sending tremors through Wall Street as he demands more evidence of cooling inflation, despite a softening job market.
Asian stock markets plunged sharply as fears of prolonged high US interest rates triggered a global sell-off. The Bank of Japan's intervention and regional banking concerns amplify the financial turmoil.
Exclusive: Federal Reserve officials reveal plans to slow balance sheet reduction in strategic move to stabilise markets and address persistent inflation concerns.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers a hawkish message, indicating that interest rate cuts are unlikely to begin in March, contrary to investor expectations. The central bank seeks more confidence that inflation is truly defeated.
The Federal Reserve's pivotal interest rate decision is set to ripple through the UK economy, impacting property prices, loan rates, pensions, and job security. Here’s your essential guide to navigating the financial fallout.
Nottingham-based Games Workshop enjoys stock boost as Federal Reserve holds interest rates, sparking global market rally and boosting UK retail investments.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers sobering testimony, indicating prolonged high interest rates as inflation proves more persistent than anticipated, sending ripples through global markets.
New data reveals a stunning paradox in the US economy: consumer spending soars to a six-month high despite deepening recession anxieties and soaring inflation. Discover the sectors booming against the odds.
US Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran has unexpectedly resigned after just 18 months, citing personal reasons. The departure fuels speculation about internal discord at the world's most powerful central bank.
A US appeals court has dismissed Lisa Cook's lawsuit against Donald Trump, ruling the former president had absolute immunity when he fired her from the Federal Reserve Board in 2025. The landmark decision raises serious questions about presidential power
Former President Donald Trump has pledged to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook 'on Day One' of a potential second term, signalling an unprecedented assault on the US central bank's political independence and sending shockwaves through financial mark
Ex-President Donald Trump proposes a controversial economic strategy, linking high immigration to soaring inflation and outlining radical plans for his potential return to the White House.
US Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook's Maryland home was the scene of a major security incident, prompting a swift response from law enforcement. Details emerge of the alarming breach.
Senior Federal Reserve governors have publicly challenged Donald Trump's economic agenda, warning his proposed policies could severely destabilise the US financial system and lead to dangerous political interference in central banking.