Central bank says inflation has now peaked but remains in ‘wait-and-see’ mode ahead of tax changes.

Chancellor is now considering a previously ‘unthinkable’ option of raising taxes on working people.

Interest rates that are artificially low relative to inflation reduce the purchasing power of investors in government bonds.

The European Central Bank paused its rate cutting for the third consecutive time.

We examine five key factors that could shape whether the euro’s 2025 gains continue.

Despite better-than-expected inflation data, the Bank is unlikely to bow to dovish sentiment ahead of Rachel Reeves’ crunch fiscal statement.

Bank of England still unlikely to cut interest rates until after the Autumn Budget, commentators say.

As the November Budget nears, homebuyers and investors are watching for signs that the chancellor could reform stamp duty to revive a slowing housing market.

Expected rise in CPI comes ahead of the Bank of England interest rate decision and Autumn Budget.

Latest economic data provides a mixed outlook for the under-pressure chancellor.