UK inflation ‘to be pushed higher’ by energy prices amid Iran conflict The British Chambers of Commerce said the geopolitical situation could ‘change the economic outlook considerably’. Evening Standard · Mar 9
Trump Economy Stumbles as February Report Shows 92,000 Jobs Lost Amid Unemployment Rise The US job market experienced a significant downturn in February, with a loss of 92,000 jobs, challenging the White House's economic narrative. International Business Times UK · Mar 7
Wavering households ease urgency for more rate hikes Economic data released this week will leave the Reserve Bank a little less concerned about underlying momentum in consumer demand, an economist says. AAP · Mar 4
Unions demand an extra week of annual leave for workers An extra week of annual leave would add two per cent to employment costs but reduce employee turnover and time lost to injury and stress, unions say. AAP · Mar 4
Spring statement 2026: Forecasts at-a-glance Chancellor Rachel Reeves said she had the ‘right economic plan’ for the UK despite the budget watchdog slashing its forecast for growth this year. Evening Standard · Mar 3
Spring Statement 2026: UK growth forecast slashed as unemployment set to peak with young people hit hardest Chancellor Rachel Reeves insisted she has the ‘right economic plan’ for Britain despite the budget watchdog slashing its forecast for growth this year Evening Standard · Mar 3
Iran conflict could have ‘very significant’ impact on UK economy, OBR warns; FTSE 100’s biggest fall in 11 months – as it happened Spring forecast show UK unempoyment to peak higher than feared, as tax take heads for a record, but headroom against fiscal rules has increased The Guardian - UK · Mar 3
Renewables growth energises spending as inflation rises Capital expenditure has been rising fast in Australia as the treasurer warns stubborn inflation will mean savings are needed in the budget. AAP · Feb 25
Reserve Bank governor denies inflation is ‘taking off’ amid fears of fresh rate hikes End of government subsidies drives electricity costs up by 19% in the month and leaves power bills nearly a third higher than they were a year earlier The Guardian - AU · Feb 25
I’m a health volunteer in Kenya – the impacts of the UK decision to cut aid are only growing COMMENT: A year after the government announced a 40 per cent reduction in international development aid, Kristine Yakhama writes about the impact of the decision on the ground in Kenya’s Kakamega County The Independent UK · Feb 25
Young bearing the brunt of UK tax and wage changes, says BoE economist Huw Pill warns combined effect of national insurance and minimum wage rises have ‘acute’ effect on youth employment The Guardian - UK · Feb 24
Rachel Reeves slammed for 'taking eye off ball' as UK economy grows by just 0.1% Budget ‘mess’ blamed for dampening economic activity at the end of the year Evening Standard · Feb 12
UK GDP: Chancellor Rachel Reeves predicts ‘stronger growth this year’ after UK economy ends 2025 ‘in the slow lane’ – business live Rolling coverage of the UK’s new GDP report, showing growth of just 0.1% in October-December and 1.3% across 2025 UK economy limps along at 0.1% growth – but there are reasons for optimism in 2026 The Guardian - UK · Feb 12
Job Growth Sizzled to Start the Year. Here's Why It's Unlikely to Impact Interest Rates The January jobs report came in much stronger than expected and the unemployment rate ticked lower to start 2026, easing worries about a slowing labor market. Kiplinger · Feb 11
The Guardian - US · Feb 11 US added 130,000 jobs in January, surpassing expectations as 2025 growth is slashed Unemployment rate was 4.3% in January with gains 13,000 less than the 143,000 jobs added a year ago, report shows
Evening Standard · Feb 4 Younger and lower-paid workers hit hardest by rising labour costs, figures show Higher labour costs have raised the marginal cost of hiring by around 7%, in real terms, for an entry level position, Niesr found.
Times Life · Feb 2 5 Budget 2026 Decisions That Could Change Life for Girls Budget 2026 did not speak about girls through emotional slogans. It addressed the real reasons girls drop out of education, remain financially dependent, or never enter the workforce. In her speech and budget documents, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman focused on access, safety, economic participation, and long-term continuity rather than one-time…
Newslaundry · Feb 2 Credibility device, indirect redistribution: The political economy of the budget is clear In 2026, the Indian economy entered the budget cycle at an unusual crossroads, even if that’s a cliché in economic analysis. Growth remains among the fastest in major economies, yet private investment is still uneven. Global conditions are volatile: wars in Europe and West Asia continue to disrupt energy and…
The Guardian - UK · Jan 20 Number of employed people in UK falls again as wage growth slows Shops, restaurants and hotels particularly hit by slowdown in hiring, as unemployment remains at 5.1%
International Business Times UK · Jan 13 Scottish Budget 2026 Includes Increase in Child Payments, 'Step in the Right Direction' Says Single Mother Scottish finance minister Shona Robison announced child payment increases in the 2026-27 budget, earning praise but also calls for further action to address remaining gaps in support.
The Independent UK · Jan 9 Hiring was likely modest in December to end a year of weak job growth Hiring likely remained subdued last month as many companies have sought to avoid expanding their workforces, though the job gains may be enough to bring down the unemployment rate
Fortune · Jan 7 Top economist says latest jobs data shows a 'gut-wrenching’ labor market for the middle class “We’re growing, but we can’t generate jobs,” KPMG chief economist Diane Swonk told Fortune. “Never seen anything like it.”
Everybody Loves Your Money · Jan 2 Will Your Bank Account Survive If a “Vibecession” Hits Your Region? Forget the usual doom-and-gloom economic chatter—there’s a new financial storm on the horizon, and it’s called a “vibecession.” Unlike traditional recessions, this isn’t about spreadsheets, GDP graphs, or endless Wall Street jargon. A vibecession hits when local economies take a hit because the collective mood in a region shifts—think less…
Everybody Loves Your Money · Dec 27, 2025 What Happens to Your Credit Score if the Economy Slips into a Vibecession? The economy doesn’t always crash with a dramatic bang or announce itself with flashing warning lights. Sometimes it just feels… off. Prices creep higher, job listings look thinner, everyone’s a little more cautious, and the national mood shifts from confident to cautious without a clear headline explaining why. That uneasy…
Radio France Internationale · Dec 24, 2025 French lawmakers pass special budget to keep government running until January The French parliament on Tuesday passed last-minute legislation to keep the government in business into January after the divided legislature failed to agree a full budget for the coming year. The Senate gave its green light in a late-night vote after MPs in the lower house cleared the bill earlier…