Latest headlines in Economy News
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Bank share prices tumble after calls for tax on profits (BBC Economy 2025-08-29 12:20:14)
A think tank says a new bank tax could raise £8bn a year, a suggestion that sent bank shares tumbling.
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US Fed Governor Lisa Cook sues Trump over his attempt to fire her (BBC Economy 2025-08-28 15:24:39)
The president has accused Cook of mortgage fraud, and cited constitutional power that he says allows him to fire her.
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UK car sales to US rise following tariff deal (BBC Economy 2025-08-28 07:14:24)
The increase comes after three months in a row of falling sales, according to industry data.
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Cook to sue Trump over order to fire her from Federal Reserve (BBC Economy 2025-08-26 16:12:22)
Cook says the US president "has no authority to do so" in defiance of Trump's escalatory move against the central bank.
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Trump orders removal of Federal Reserve governor (BBC Economy 2025-08-26 11:05:30)
Cook says the US president "has no authority to do so" in defiance of Trump's escalatory move against the central bank.
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Rising egg prices push food inflation to 18-month high (BBC Economy 2025-08-26 07:57:26)
A survey says food inflation is at its highest level for 18 months, as the cost of staples grow.
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Trump orders removal of Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook (BBC Economy 2025-08-26 01:49:33)
The US president posts a letter addressed to Cook in which he informed her of his decision.
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Chocolate and butter prices help drive food inflation to 18-month high (BBC Economy 2025-08-25 23:10:09)
A survey says food inflation is at its highest level for 18 months, as the cost of staples grow.
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Schools, care homes and sports clubs sold off to pay spiralling council debt (BBC Economy 2025-08-25 23:03:28)
Hundreds of council-owned buildings being sold as local authorities seek to reduce debts of £122bn.
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Half of UK job losses in hospitality, say bosses (BBC Economy 2025-08-25 11:03:22)
Lobby group calls for urgent action to lower taxes, but the government says it is helping establishments.
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Fed chair Powell boosts expectation of US rate cut (BBC Economy 2025-08-22 16:01:52)
Jerome Powell appeared to back a cut to borrowing rates and played down inflation risks in his annual speech at Jackson Hole.
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What are Rachel Reeves' options on property tax? (BBC Economy 2025-08-22 15:28:19)
Reports suggest the government is considering shaking up the property tax system to raise revenue.
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How much money does the UK government borrow, and does it matter? (BBC Economy 2025-08-21 08:56:36)
The state borrows to fund day-to-day spending as well as long-term infrastructure projects.
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Fed governor says she won't be 'bullied' as Trump demands she quit over mortgage claim (BBC Economy 2025-08-21 00:03:43)
Lisa Cook says she plans to take questions about her financial history seriously.
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Why are food prices still rising by so much? (BBC Economy 2025-08-20 14:00:07)
Food and drink prices have risen by 4.9% over the last year, according to ONS inflation data.
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Air fares and food prices push up inflation to 3.8% in July (BBC Economy 2025-08-20 12:55:41)
Prices are now rising slightly quicker than expected and at their fastest pace since January 2024.
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How are interest rates set, and will they fall further? (BBC Economy 2025-08-20 08:58:33)
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
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Why is UK inflation still rising? (BBC Economy 2025-08-20 08:25:43)
UK Inflation has fallen from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.
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ONS delays release of sales data over quality concerns (BBC Economy 2025-08-19 15:42:35)
The delay raises fresh questions over the reliability of ONS data, which influences policy decisions.
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Business Daily (BBC Economy 2025-08-17 23:01:00)
The US President has been critical of the Chair of the Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell