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Car finance mis-selling judgment: a big blow for the banks
Opinion The car finance mis-selling judgment could still be disastrous for big finance even though banks dodged the worst possible outcome
By Matthew Lynn Published
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'Rachel Reeves has run out of options'
Opinion The political and fiscal constraints on Rachel Reeves have combined to leave the chancellor at a disadvantaged position
By Helen Thomas Published
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UK interest rates cut by 25 basis points: live reaction to the Bank of England’s decision
UK interest rates have been cut by 0.25 percentage points to 4.00%, with concerns over economic weaknesses trumping rising inflation
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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What is inflation and how does it affect you?
Although we are past the worst of the cost of living crisis, the Bank of England recently said price rises could hit 3.7% later this year. What is inflation and how does it impact your personal finances?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Philip Coggan: 'Donald Trump means business on tariffs'
Interview What could Trump's tariffs mean for the US and global economies? Philip Coggan, former columnist at the Financial Times and The Economist, explains
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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When will UK interest rates fall further? Latest Bank of England predictions
Most economists expect the Bank of England to cut interest rates next month at its August meeting. Will we see further cuts later in the year?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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UK equities: where to find a great British bargain
UK equities are staging a comeback, but there’s still plenty of value out there, says Rupert Hargreaves
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
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Is the UK housing market doomed to stagnation?
Opinion Housing is the mirror image of Britain’s moribund stock market. A crash would be the best outcome
By Cris Sholto Heaton Published
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Four reasons why a house price crash is coming
Opinion The pressure on house prices and property can only get worse with the economy turning down and taxes rising, says Matthew Lynn
By Matthew Lynn Published
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