BBC Economy - Source Information
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Number of headlines in database: 35
Last update: 2026-01-14 08:21:04
Number of headlines in database: 35
Last update: 2026-01-14 08:21:04
BBC Economy Headlines
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World central bank chiefs 'stand in solidarity' with US Fed chair Powell (2026-01-13 10:53:59)
Eleven central banks have backed Jerome Powell after the US launched a criminal investigation into the US Fed. -
Former Fed chairs condemn criminal investigation into Jerome Powell (2026-01-12 16:35:57)
Three former heads of the central bank say the probe seeks to undermine the Fed's independence and "has no place" in the US. -
Fed chair Powell hits out at 'unprecedented' probe by US justice department (2026-01-12 13:12:58)
Jerome Powell said he believed the investigation was due to Donald Trump's anger over the Fed's refusal to cut interest rates. -
Trump faces extraordinary moment in spat with Fed chair (2026-01-12 12:54:25)
Jerome Powell's public response to a DoJ investigation could be a seismic moment for Donald Trump's presidency. -
UK set for a 'booming' mortgage market, say analysts (2026-01-12 12:29:35)
Competition among lenders in the UK suggests that rates could be cut in the coming weeks. -
US justice department opens criminal probe into Fed chair Jerome Powell (2026-01-12 02:36:57)
Powell called the probe "unprecedented" and came after his refusal to lower interest rates after demands by Donald Trump. -
US job creation in 2025 slows to weakest since Covid (2026-01-09 14:46:32)
Employment growth for the world's largest economy eased significantly last year. -
Businesses call to be included in any pub rates backtrack (2026-01-09 07:19:36)
Shops, pharmacies and music venues want any climbdown on business rates for pubs to apply to them too. -
More businesses call to be included in pub rates backtrack (2026-01-09 00:16:29)
High street shops, pharmacies and music venues have said that the axing of planned increases to business rates for pubs should apply to them too. -
How tariff disruption will continue reshaping the global economy in 2026 (2026-01-08 00:00:40)
Trump's import levies are still changing the patterns of international trade. -
From plastic made from peas and AI robots, science to watch in 2026 (2026-01-07 05:59:39)
Why scientists in Cambridge are "optimistic" they can improve our lives and the UK economy in 2026. -
AI robots and plastic made from peas - science to watch in 2026 (2026-01-07 05:59:39)
Why scientists in Cambridge are "optimistic" they can improve our lives and the UK economy in 2026. -
The French university where spies go for training (2026-01-05 00:02:00)
Sciences Po Saint-Germain near Paris trains current French secret agents and potential new recruits. -
FTSE 100 hits 10,000 mark for first time (2026-01-02 17:34:43)
A rally on the first trading day of the new year has taken London's main share index through the milestone. -
Late shopper rush drives Boxing Day sales traffic (2025-12-28 12:37:26)
Figures suggest the surge in post-Christmas shoppers was the strongest in a decade. -
US economy grows at fastest pace in two years (2025-12-23 15:56:57)
Strong consumer spending helps the US economy grow at a faster rate than expected. -
Who are the frontrunners for the top Fed job? (2025-12-23 06:01:14)
Donald Trump is due to name a new leader of the Federal Reserve at a tricky moment. -
Gold and silver hit records as investors hunt for safety (2025-12-22 14:35:14)
Investors are flocking to precious metals amid geopolitical tensions and expectations of more US interest rate cuts. -
What is GDP and how fast is the UK's economy growing? (2025-12-22 07:30:51)
The strength of the UK economy helps determine how much tax the government collects to pay for services. -
London's West End bucks Christmas shopping trends (2025-12-20 07:54:08)
While UK high streets saw a drop in footfall on Black Friday, the West End saw a rise in shoppers. -
How much money does the UK government borrow, and does it matter? (2025-12-19 15:09:22)
The state borrows to fund day-to-day spending as well as long-term infrastructure projects. -
Retail sales fall as Black Friday deals fail to lure shoppers (2025-12-19 12:20:09)
Supermarket sales fell for the fourth month in a row, while discounts did not lift Black Friday spending in November, figures suggest. -
Americast (2025-12-19 11:42:00)
The president makes a primetime address to the nation. -
AI likely to displace jobs, says Bank of England governor (2025-12-19 06:00:08)
Andrew Bailey says workers need to be trained to move into jobs that use AI, but adds it might not lead to mass unemployment. -
Will pre-Christmas interest rate cut be enough to boost UK economy next year? (2025-12-18 18:15:56)
The Bank of England is hoping the interest rate cut will inject some much-needed momentum into the economy. -
Interest rates cut to 3.75% but further reductions to be 'closer call' (2025-12-18 16:05:10)
The decision to lower borrowing costs was widely expected, after inflation slowed in the year to November. -
Price increases in the US ease unexpectedly in November (2025-12-18 15:19:27)
Prices rose 2.7% over the 12 months to November, according to the latest figures from the consumer price index (CPI). -
Why are UK prices still rising? (2025-12-18 14:23:29)
UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target. -
How will the interest rate cut affect my mortgage and savings? (2025-12-18 12:14:47)
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions. -
Trump announces 'warrior dividend' for troops as he defends economic record (2025-12-18 11:25:12)
In an address, Trump touted his achievements during 11 months back in office, and blamed Democrats for lingering economic pain. -
Why this month's inflation figure may be good news for you (2025-12-17 14:18:10)
The rate of inflation, which charts the rising cost of living, has slowed - driven partly by essentials. -
Lower clothing and food prices help inflation fall by more than expected (2025-12-17 12:40:53)
The 3.2% November figure is down on the 3.6% recorded in the year to October. -
US unemployment rose in November to a four-year high (2025-12-16 16:31:50)
However, the mixed official report still leaves room for debate among central bankers. -
How is Keir Starmer getting on with his pledges to deliver change? (2025-12-15 17:31:34)
At the end of 2024, Keir Starmer announced key government targets including on NHS waiting lists and building new homes, how is he getting on? -
'I'm 11 years old and I interviewed the Chancellor' (2025-12-14 09:04:42)
Theo, from Doncaster, talks about the importance of financial education in schools.