How Dickens and The Muppets Reveal Capitalism's True Spirit
James Price argues the festive message of Dickens and The Muppets is that sharing wealth, not hoarding it, brings prosperity and joy. Discover the economic lesson for Christmas.
James Price argues the festive message of Dickens and The Muppets is that sharing wealth, not hoarding it, brings prosperity and joy. Discover the economic lesson for Christmas.
New ABS figures expose Australia's skewed tax system, where the richest 10% receive $22bn in super breaks while JobSeeker recipients languish below the poverty line. Discover the true cost of inequality.
Switzerland's overwhelming rejection of a 50% inheritance tax offers a stark lesson for the UK's fiscal debate. Discover why capital flight fears should shape Westminster's approach.
Common household rodenticides are killing native birds and animals through secondary poisoning. A major review calls for stricter controls as advocates push for a ban. Learn the risks and safer alternatives.
The FCA's Consumer Duty overhaul may free wealth managers from rigid annual reviews, focusing on client needs. Discover the future of financial advice in the UK.
A thoughtful Windrush-themed take on Dick Whittington at Catford's Broadway Theatre is entertaining but lacks the oomph of London's top pantos. Runs until 31 Dec 2025.
Nearly half of UK 25-year-olds now live with parents, reshaping family life and finances. Explore the new reality of multigenerational homes, from economic pressures to deeper bonds.
Elon Musk's fortune has soared to an estimated $600bn, with a potential SpaceX IPO set to push it to $677bn. Discover how Tesla and xAI fuel his unprecedented wealth.
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.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's proposed 'mansion tax' on properties over £5m divides opinion. Is it a fair wealth levy or a spiteful policy? Explore the details and reactions.
Young Americans are locked out of home ownership, with the median first-time buyer now 40. Explore the broken social contract and the generational wealth gap fuelling anger.
Contrary to conservative warnings, New York's wealthiest are not fleeing after Zohran Mamdani's mayoral win. Property data and experts reveal a commitment to the city.
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.
Four protesters arrested after custard and apple crumble thrown at the Imperial State Crown display. Group demands citizen's assembly to 'tax extreme wealth'. Full story.
A veteran gamer argues the upcoming console generation is unnecessary and could harm the industry. Discover the six compelling reasons, from cost to creative stagnation.
A leading tax partner warns that success has become a liability in the UK, driving entrepreneurs abroad. Discover why the Autumn Budget failed to spark growth.
A new UBS report reveals a record 91 people inherited billionaire status this year, as France and Switzerland reject new taxes on the ultra-wealthy. Explore the global wealth transfer.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget triggers a historic talent and capital flight, with £73bn leaving the UK. Analysis reveals soaring emigration and economic strain. Read the full report.
A new £26bn tax-raising Budget is driving wealth creators abroad, with 142,000 millionaires forecast to leave. Analysis warns of long-term damage to UK investment and competitiveness.
Activists from Take Back Power dumped manure under The Ritz's Christmas tree in a protest against inequality. They demand a 'House of the People' to tax extreme wealth. Read the full story.
Miami's elite Indian Wells neighbourhood sees a wave of property sales as wealthy residents flee potential new taxes. Discover the impact of the so-called 'Mamdani Effect'.
Future Fund CEO Raphael Arndt faces parliamentary scrutiny over a $20,000 hotel stay for a staff member on a US 'scoping trip'. Watch the video and read the full report.
Australia's Future Fund faces scrutiny after spending £20,000 on a business-class trip for a former assistant to scope US hotels. Read the full investigation into the sovereign wealth fund's expenses.
The €100bn Future Combat Air System (SCAF) faces collapse due to strained relations between Dassault and Airbus. Safran CEO reveals political will remains to salvage the 6th-generation fighter project. Read the latest.
A growing 'triple-decker sandwich generation' faces immense pressure caring for children and ageing parents amid political and economic turmoil. Explore the crisis affecting millions.
Readers react to the latest Budget, with some praising its shift away from rewarding the wealthy, while others question its impact on food prices and the economy. Have your say.
Rev Dr Michael Fox recalls a surprising school interview from 20 years ago where children of immigrants expressed hardline immigration views, foreshadowing the current stance of Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood.
Nobel laureate Joseph Stiglitz warns rising inequality destabilises nations. His G20 blueprint offers economic renewal through tax reform and climate action. Read the urgent call.
A tale of two economies this festive season as high earners in affluent areas spend freely while others struggle with debt and inflation. Discover the data shaping UK retail.
A £7 trillion wealth shift is moving from older generations to younger Britons, with women inheriting more than ever. Discover how this transfer impacts families and why expert financial advice is crucial.