Budget

UK GDP fell 0.1% in October as Budget leaks, inflation, high employment costs, and economic uncertainty weigh on businesses ahead of the holiday season.

UK GDP Shrinks 0.1% in October as London Businesses Struggle Amid Budget Uncertainty

PM Keir Starmer defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves after opposition claims she misled public over the £26bn tax-raising budget and OBR forecasts.

UK Leader Keir Starmer Defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves Against Claims of Misleading Public

Russia has begun selling physical gold from its national reserves to support the state budget, as its sovereign wealth fund’s liquid assets continue to decline.

Why is Russia now selling physical gold from its national reserves for the first time

UK government freezes regulated rail fares in England until March 2027—the first freeze in 30 years. The move aims to cut inflation ahead of the Budget.

Rail Fares in England to be Frozen for the First Time in 30 Years, Government Confirms