Half of UK adults run out of money by mid-January
New research shows 51% of UK adults expecting a January shortfall will be out of money by Thursday. Discover the impact of festive spending and how to manage debt.
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Half of UK Adults Run Out of Money by Mid-January
New research reveals 51% of UK adults facing a January shortfall will be out of money by Thursday. Discover the impact of festive spending and how people are coping.
Pensioners Take Drastic Measures to Make Ends Meet
New Age UK research reveals shocking financial struggles for older people. One in 20 skip meals, one in seven bathe less. Discover the crisis and how to seek help.
SNP Budget Freeze Drags Scots into Higher Tax Brackets
John Swinney's budget refuses tax relief for middle earners, freezing thresholds and widening the Scotland-UK tax gap. Critics slam SNP's 'contempt' for hard-working households.
SNP budget misses chance to boost Scottish business growth
Shona Robison's budget fails to deliver for Scottish employers, offering no incentives for growth or investment, despite a Westminster windfall. Business leaders criticise missed opportunity.
Global Bankers Support Fed's Powell Amid Trump Attacks
Eleven central bank governors rally behind Jerome Powell as Trump targets the Fed over the US affordability crisis. Analysis reveals a political blame game masking thin policy substance. Read the full story.
Newsom Proposes 1.5% Wealth Tax on California Billionaires
Governor Gavin Newsom unveils a bold plan to levy a 1.5% annual tax on fortunes over $1bn to tackle the state's deficit and fund key services. Could this set a new precedent?
Newsom Proposes 1.5% Wealth Tax on California's Billionaires
Governor Gavin Newsom unveils a bold plan to impose a 1.5% annual tax on billionaire fortunes over $50m, aiming to tackle the state's budget deficit and fund key services. Read the full proposal.
Ex-OBR chief insists body has 'earned trust' after leak
Richard Hughes, former OBR chairman, defends the fiscal watchdog's credibility after his resignation over a major forecast leak. He cites 'unprecedented' pre-budget speculation. Read the full story.
OBR 'Earned Trust' Despite Leak, Says Ex-Chair Hughes
Ex-OBR chairman Richard Hughes defends the fiscal watchdog's credibility after his resignation over a major budget leak. He cites 'unprecedented' pre-budget speculation in his 25-year career. Read the full story.
Johnson Dodges Question on DOJ Probe into Fed's Powell
House Speaker Mike Johnson urges caution as the Department of Justice reportedly investigates Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Read the latest on this threat to central bank independence.
Rare 1983 2p Coin Worth £2,000 Found in Change
Coin collectors are paying thousands for a rare 1983 2p coin with a minting error. Find out how to spot the valuable 'New Pence' detail in your pocket change.
World Bank: Quarter of developing nations poorer than 2019
A stark World Bank report reveals 25% of developing countries are now poorer than before Covid-19, with sub-Saharan Africa hit hardest. Discover the data and policy warnings. Read the full analysis.
HMRC wrongly stops Child Benefit for thousands
Exclusive: HMRC halted payments for 24,000 families using flawed travel data, leaving many in financial distress. Senior officials face a Treasury grilling this week.
Trump and Warren Discuss Lowering Costs in Friendly Call
Former President Donald Trump and Senator Elizabeth Warren held a surprisingly cordial phone call to discuss lowering costs for working-class Americans, focusing on credit card rates and housing.
Reeves resists Cabinet pressure on business rates support
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces Cabinet pressure to extend business rates help beyond pubs to cafes, restaurants, and hotels, as industry warns of 2,000 closures. Will the Treasury U-turn again?
Reeves resists wider business rates help as 2,000 venues at risk
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces Cabinet pressure to extend business rates support beyond pubs to cafes, restaurants and hotels, with warnings of 2,000 closures. Will the Treasury U-turn again?
Billionaire's £15m-a-Year Yacht Sparks Online Fury
Grant Cardone faces a backlash after detailing his £15-20m annual superyacht requirements. Critics blast the 'hypocrisy' as many face financial strain. Read the full story.
Ex-Fed Chiefs: Powell Probe Threatens US Economic Stability
Every living former Federal Reserve chair condemns the criminal investigation into Jerome Powell as an 'unprecedented' threat to central bank independence, warning the US risks resembling an emerging market.
Thousands Wrongly Lose Child Benefit in HMRC Error
A major HMRC error saw thousands have child benefit payments wrongly halted. Find out what the review revealed and who is affected.
Australia's fertility rate set to plunge to historic low
Australia's birth rate is projected to fall to a record low of 1.42 children per woman, reshaping the nation's economy and society. Discover the government's response.
Australia's fertility rate hits historic low of 1.42
Australia's birth rate is set to drop to a record low of 1.42 children per woman, far below replacement level. New population data reveals major economic and social challenges ahead. Read the full analysis.
Business confidence weakens sharply as hiring falls
Key surveys reveal UK business confidence fell sharply at the end of 2025, with hiring declining amid rising costs. Discover the mixed outlook for 2026.
Sir Tom Hunter's plea to SNP over business rates
Scottish tycoon Sir Tom Hunter says high street decline moved him to tears. He urges the SNP to cut business taxes ahead of the Budget to save firms and jobs.
US Cuts $129m Minnesota Aid Over Fraud Claims
The Trump administration halts $129 million in federal benefits to Minnesota, citing fraud probes targeting Somali Americans. State officials vow legal action.
Russia's economy resists collapse despite sanctions and oil fears
Analysis reveals why Russia's economy, rewired by the Kremlin, withstands sanctions and falling oil prices, challenging hopes for a swift end to the Ukraine war. Read the full report.
Russia's Economy: Resilient Despite Sanctions & Oil Price Fears
Analysis reveals why Russia's economy, rewired by the Kremlin, is unlikely to collapse despite sanctions and potential oil price falls, challenging optimistic Western forecasts.
Labour's business rates U-turn sparks wider hospitality revolt
Labour faces pressure to extend business rates relief beyond pubs to the whole hospitality sector, as hotels and music venues warn of crippling tax hikes. Read the latest on the brewing rebellion.
Labour's Business Pledge Fails Amid Tax and Policy Chaos
Labour's claim to be the 'party of business' rings hollow as new taxes, rising costs, and policy reversals cripple UK firms. Business confidence hits a new low. Read the full analysis.
HMRC: Winter Fuel Payment Tax Delay for Pensioners
HMRC confirms pensioners do not need to declare 2025 Winter Fuel Payments on their 2024-25 tax return. Repayments for higher earners will be due in 2026. Check your status online.
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