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26 Key Money Changes for Your Wallet in 2026
Your complete guide to the 26 major financial changes in 2026, including the end of the two-child benefit cap, inheritance tax reforms, and key dates for bills and taxes. Plan your year now.
Great Depression Christmas card's message of hope
A 1933 Christmas card, crafted from a paper bag during the Great Depression, delivers a powerful message of resilience and humour that resonates today. Discover this poignant piece of history.
Reeves Becomes Biggest Tax-Raising Chancellor in Decades
New analysis reveals Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced more tax rises than any other in 60 years, adding £75.1bn a year to the UK tax burden. Read the full details.
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UK GDP per head to drop to 21st globally by 2026
A new report warns Britain's economy will slip behind Hong Kong and Finland due to Labour's tax policies, with growth stagnating and unemployment rising. Read the full analysis.
Daily Mail Tool Reveals UK's Baby Boom and Elderly Enclaves
Explore the UK's demographic divide with a new interactive tool. Discover if you live in a 'nappy valley' brimming with young families or a retirement hotspot, as experts warn of a national fertility crisis.
PM's Christmas message highlights cost of living struggles
Prime Minister Keir Starmer uses his festive message to acknowledge the ongoing cost of living pressures, urging Britons to support each other. The Bank of England warns of flatlining growth.
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How well do you recall the major stories of 2025? Test your knowledge of politics, royalty, and showbiz with the Press Association's interactive year-end news quiz.
2026 UK Financial Forecast: Rates, Bills & Economy
What does 2026 hold for your finances? We analyse expert predictions on interest rates, mortgages, household bills and the UK economy. Plan ahead for the year.
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US GDP growth hits 4.3% amid falling consumer confidence
The US economy grew at its fastest rate in two years last quarter, but consumer sentiment fell for a fifth consecutive month. Explore the conflicting signals and political reactions.
UK 'Unprepared' for Ageing Society, Lords Warn
A stark House of Lords report warns the UK is 'strikingly unprepared' for its ageing population, with serious consequences for the young. Learn the key findings and urgent calls for policy change.
US Consumer Confidence Slides to Lowest Since April Tariffs
US consumer confidence fell sharply in December, reaching its lowest point since tariffs were introduced. High prices and trade policies fuel economic anxiety. Read the full analysis.
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The Powerball jackpot climbs to an estimated $1.7bn after no top winner. Check your tickets as nine players won $1m prizes in Monday's draw. Details inside.
US Economy Grows 4.3% in Q3, Exceeding Expectations
The US economy expanded at a 4.3% annual rate in Q3, far surpassing expert predictions of 3.2%. Discover the details and what this means for global markets.
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The US economy expanded at a robust 4.3% annualised rate in Q3 2025, far exceeding forecasts. Discover how AI investment and consumer spending fuelled growth amid tariff uncertainty and a data-disrupting government shutdown.
US Braces for Record Tax Refund Season in 2026
Experts forecast a historic US tax refund season in 2026 due to unchanged payroll withholding, but warn it's not new income. Learn the implications for household finances.
Reeves sets 3 March date for spring statement
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces an early 3 March spring statement to provide economic certainty, following criticism of pre-budget leaks that hampered growth. The OBR will deliver new forecasts.
UK economic growth slows to 0.1% in third quarter
The UK economy grew by just 0.1% between July and September, the ONS confirmed, with growth slowing and household incomes falling. Discover the full economic picture.
UK economic growth slows again, hitting 0.1% in Q3
New ONS figures show UK economic growth slowed to 0.1% in Q3 2025, with Q2 revised down. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism over 'anti-growth' tax policies. Read the full analysis.
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Half of UK Cuts Christmas Spending Due to Cost of Living
New polling reveals over half of Britons are buying fewer Christmas presents due to rising prices. Discover the full impact and political response.
UK economic growth slows to 0.1% in third quarter
The UK economy grew by just 0.1% between July and September, official figures confirm, with a cyber attack at Jaguar Land Rover hitting manufacturing. Explore the latest ONS data and economic outlook.
UK economy growth slows to 0.1%, hitting Rachel Reeves
New ONS figures show UK economic growth slowed to 0.1% in Q3 2025, a fresh challenge for Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Read the full analysis of the GDP data and its political impact.
UK savings rate falls to 9.5% in Q3 2025
The UK household saving ratio fell to 9.5% in Q3 2025, down from 10.2%. Economists note caution persists as savings remain above pre-pandemic levels. Read the full analysis.
UK Q3 growth confirmed at 0.1% as economy slows
Official figures confirm UK economic growth slowed to 0.1% in Q3 2025, with a cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover impacting manufacturing. Get the full analysis of the ONS data.
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CBI warns UK businesses cannot survive another year of stagnation
The CBI warns UK firms face a 'broad-based' downturn and need urgent government action to spur growth in 2026. Read the full economic analysis.
Economists Call for Sri Lanka Debt Payment Halt
Over 120 leading economists, including Nobel winner Joseph Stiglitz, demand immediate suspension of Sri Lanka's debt repayments following catastrophic Cyclone Ditwah. Read their urgent plea for a new restructuring plan.
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Chancellor Reeves' tax policies threaten UK pubs and economy
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces backlash as new business rates and NI hikes cripple pubs like Pudsey's Marsh Inn. Experts warn of 2,000 closures. Is Labour's economic stewardship failing? Read the full analysis.
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