Labour has ignored the ‘squeezed middle’ to its peril | Labour
John Harris’s stimulating article on the “squeezed middle” missed one area of concern for those of us trapped…
Russia Plans Limits on Cash and Gold Exports in Push to Curb Shadow Economy
Russia is preparing new restrictions on the export of cash rubles and gold as part of a broader…
Report highlights economic gaps between Ireland and Northern Ireland
Ireland’s higher employment rates, longer life expectancy, and faster-growing population compared to Northern Ireland have been highlighted in…
Asian shares are mixed ahead of interest rate decision by the Fed
BANGKOK — Shares were mixed in Europe and Asia as investors were treading cautiously Monday ahead of an…
Chevron’s presence ‘a vote of confidence’ in Cyprus and Europe’s energy potential
The presence of American multinational energy corporation Chevron in Cyprus’ maritime exclusive economic zone (EEZ) constitutes a “vote…
Lenders fire up mortgage wars as rates touch 3.5% in big boost to buyers and owners
Budget uncertainty has caused the property market to stall – and lenders have taken measures into their own…
Isle of Man minimum wage rise ‘represents a national crisis’
The latest planned rise in the minimum wage on the island follows a previous hike in February 2025…
Economy overhaul as Britain to become ‘nation of investors’ under Rachel Reeves and FCA reforms
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced a series of measures designed to boost stock and share investment…
Government accepts GH¢6.95 billion amid T-bills oversubscription
T-bills re-bounce after six weeks of undersubscription The government has for the second week strong recorded a 385…
How Scott Bessent took over the global economy
I spent the last few weeks talking to financiers who knew Bessent during his New York rise and…
The problem with cheap Chinese exports flooding the world – Firstpost
The sharp rise in Chinese exports is reshaping global trade in uneven ways. While cheaper Chinese products can…
Mortgage prices cut as interest rates tipped to fall
Mortgage rates have fallen to their lowest level since before the mini-budget as lenders fight for customers ahead…