Unemployment Data to Test Labour Government
New UK unemployment figures and sticky inflation data will shape the Bank of England's crucial interest rate decision this Thursday. Follow the latest economic snapshot.
New UK unemployment figures and sticky inflation data will shape the Bank of England's crucial interest rate decision this Thursday. Follow the latest economic snapshot.
UK inflation is forecast to remain stubbornly high at 3.5%, adding pressure on the Bank of England ahead of Thursday's pivotal interest rates decision. Read the latest analysis.
Rising costs from energy to staffing are forcing UK family offices to adapt their strategies. Discover how they are navigating the squeeze and protecting wealth.
Australia's opposition Coalition reveals its housing strategy as the nation battles extreme heat and bushfires. Get the latest on the policy details and the severe weather warnings impacting multiple states.
A stark economic divide defines the 2025 holiday season. While a wealthy minority fuels luxury spending, many face rising costs and poverty. Explore the data behind the 'K-shaped' economy.
Analysts warn the Bank of England's expected December interest rate cut is not a done deal. Governor Andrew Bailey's vote may be decisive as MPC hawks push back. Read the latest analysis.
South Australian Liberal leader Vincent Tarzia has unexpectedly quit, triggering the party's fourth leadership change nationally in under a month. Read the full story on the political shake-up.
The Albanese government is set to reveal a new east coast gas reservation scheme, facing calls from unions and manufacturers to target exporters and lower prices now. Read the latest.
Is the UK economy really failing? We analyse wage growth, housing, and public services to uncover why Britons feel disgruntled. Discover the data behind the discontent.
Australian Senate Estimates hearings scrutinise the nation's fiscal outlook, cost-of-living pressures, and controversial public service cuts in Victoria. Get the latest political analysis.
UK shoppers are switching to pork mince as beef prices surge 27%. Waitrose sales jump 16% as home cooks adapt recipes like bolognese. Discover the cost-saving food trends.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveils a significant cabinet reshuffle, promoting allies and shifting key portfolios. Discover the new political landscape and its implications.
UK food inflation eased to 3% in November, down from 3.7% in October, as Black Friday discounts hit shops. However, experts warn of persistent pressures and challenges ahead for retailers and consumers.
Early Black Friday discounts helped slow UK shop price rises to 0.6% in November, below the three-month average. Read the full analysis from the British Retail Consortium.
From pints to property, discover how prices have changed since 1995. See how your favourite items compare in this eye-opening cost analysis of everyday essentials.
Explore the sharpest political satire from Australia's top cartoonists in 2025. A visual chronicle of global uncertainty, from US politics to Gaza. The collection is out now.
Mitchells & Butlers reports strong £2.7bn revenue and 20% profit growth while facing £130m cost pressures from wage hikes and inflation. Discover how pub giants navigate economic challenges.
Guardian Australia invites readers to nominate their favourite Australian children's picture book for a major poll. Share your beloved childhood stories today!
Tensions erupt in Commons as Kemi Badenoch launches personal attack on Rachel Reeves, slamming her 'untenable' position and demanding her resignation. Read the full explosive exchange.
New inflation data reveals how Russia's Ukraine invasion triggered an energy price shock, delivering windfall gas profits while households face soaring electricity bills. Discover the full impact.
Australia's inflation rate climbs to 3.8%, driven by childcare and rent costs. Treasurer Jim Chalmers flags potential energy bill relief in upcoming budget update.
Australian inflation rises to 3.8%, prompting Treasurer Jim Chalmers to consider extending electricity bill relief. Discover the latest economic pressures and government response.
Australian Electoral Study reveals Peter Dutton's historic unpopularity and Labor's economic policy triumph. Discover how tax cuts and leadership shaped the election outcome.
As Trump touts Walmart's cheap Thanksgiving deals, economists reveal a complex picture of holiday food prices affected by tariffs and inflation. Discover the full story.
Millions of Brits are losing money by keeping excessive funds in current accounts. Experts reveal the ideal amount to maintain and how to protect your savings from inflation.
The US government cancels its October inflation report, leaving the Federal Reserve without crucial data as it considers interest rate cuts. Discover the economic implications.
Facelifts among women in their 30s are surging by 17% as beauty culture normalises extreme procedures. Discover the psychological and physical risks behind this alarming trend.
US officials privately indicate potential delay in Trump's promised 100% semiconductor tariffs to avoid trade war with China and consumer price concerns. Full analysis.
New analysis reveals UK workers have lost over £4,000 in spending power since 2021, with real wages not expected to recover until 2044. Discover the economic factors behind this decline.
UK inflation eased to 3.6% in October, yet accelerating food prices pose a major challenge for the Bank of England and continue to strain household budgets.