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UK's Electoral System Challenges Naomi Smith, Chief Executive of Best for Britain, discusses the challenges of the UK's first-past-the-post electoral system and its impact on political strategies. She points out that the system is no longer working effectively for the two main parties, with recent elections showing candidates winning with as little as 22-25% of the vote.This situation has led to discussions about whether major parties should try to appeal to their core supporters or attempt to win over voters from other parties. Naomi emphasises the need for a new approach to address the limitations of the current electoral system.Brexit's Impact on UK Economy and PoliticsNaomi and Nick discussed the impact of Brexit on the UK economy and the political landscape. Naomi highlighted the fragmentation of voter preferences, with people switching from Labour to Reform UK and the Greens. She noted that Labour's inability to deliver progressive economic policies was hurting their appeal. Nick criticised Nigel Farage for the economic consequences of Brexit, but Naomi points out that the media rarely questions Reform UK's policies beyond Brexit. They agreed that politicians need to lead the conversation and not just react to past elections.UK Politics: Fragmentation and ChallengesThe discussion focuses on the current state of UK politics, particularly the Conservative Party's struggles and the rise of Reform UK. Naomi says that the political landscape is fragmented, with different parties leading in various regions. She notes that Labour needs to provide a compelling vision to motivate progressive voters. The conversation also touches on the potential for a "regressive alliance" between Conservatives and Reform UK, and the need for Labour to deliver meaningful change if they win the next election.Labour's Strategy and Progressive Party RelationsThe discussion focuses on the Labour Party's current strategy and its relationship with other progressive parties. Naomi suggests that Labour is losing more votes to the Liberal Democrats, SNP, and Green Party than to Reform UK. She also mentions internal concerns within the Labour Party about the proposed Welfare Bill, which could increase poverty and break manifesto promises. The conversation then shifts to the Green Party's perspective, with Naomi stating that Green Party leaders feel Labour is arrogant and unwilling to engage in discussions about combating the far right. The Greens' decision to run more candidates in the last election is attributed to a lack of reciprocation from Labour for their previous cooperation. Naomi expressed optimism about Britain's future, emphasising the need to address issues such as stagnant wages and declining public services. Read all about it!Naomi Smith is one of the country's most incisive commentators on politics & the UK-Europe relationship. She can also be found on Bluesky . Naomi is also a seasoned podcaster, co-hosting the Quiet Riot Pod, the politics podcast with more passion, less shouting & lots of laughter. Nick Cohen's @NichCohen4 latest Substack column Writing from London on politics and culture from the UK and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the world still reeling from Donald Trump's tariffs, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has slashed the UK's growth forecast and says the global economy will see a "significant slowdown" - add to that, wars in Europe and the Middle East, climate change and the promise and peril of AI. So is it possible to find hope amongst this constant chorus of doom and gloom? One person who thinks they have an answer is Rutger Bregman, a progressive historian famous for taking on the Davos billionaires. He joins Matt Frei on the latest episode of The Fourcast. Produced by Holly Snelling, Calum Fraser, Rob Thomson  

In this episode, Rob Pritchard talks about small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the tech sector in the UK. He discusses the state of the market, key players, and how SMEs are driving economic growth.Find us on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/globaldatastrategicintelligence/⁠To understand how to use our Themes product please contact us: ⁠customersuccess.strategic@globaldata.com⁠ +44 (0) 207 406 6764  Host: Archie SewellGuest: Robert Pritchard

Dodge Woodall is a serial entrepreneur, host of Eventful Lives podcast, and the founder of the Bournemouth 7s Festival, a 30,000-attendee event dubbed the “Glastonbury of sport.”From selling club tickets at age 10 to remortgaging his family home to fund a vision no one believed in, Dodge shares raw, unfiltered lessons on starting, scaling, and surviving as a founder in the events industry.00:00 Trailer02:27 Growing Up in a Pub & Learning Business Early07:21 How Uni Sparked a Club Promotion Empire16:49 The Birth of Bournemouth 7s Festival19:20 Behind the Scenes: The Reality of Festival Building27:41 Leadership Style: Freedom, Trust & Gen Z31:42 Selling Viper 10: Lessons from Building a Brand36:42 Remortgaging the House: Betting It All on a Dream43:38 Burnout in the Nightlife Business44:27 Scaling a 7-Figure Festival Business45:38 Straight Talk: Advice for Aspiring Founders47:23 How AI is Reshaping the Entrepreneurial Landscape48:25 Freedom over Money: Building a Business That Fits Your Life51:27 The Realities of the UK Economy for Entrepreneurs59:41 What's Happening to British Culture?01:00:35 Surviving the Pandemic as a Business Owner01:02:25 Taxes, Debt & the Pressure of Entrepreneurship01:20:29 Leaving a Legacy & Building with Purpose01:23:40 Final Thoughts & ReflectionsFollow DodgeWebsite - https://dodgewoodall.com LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/dodgewoodall Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/2pOyCAyEi3nZq6rd77FbP9?si=344383d6fdcf42e6 YouTube - https://youtube.com/c/DodgeWoodall Links: https://linktr.ee/DodgeWoodall Get In TouchLinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/jay-lawrence-5a4b3357/Website - ambitiousmindspodcast.comInstagram - www.instagram.com/ambitiousmindspodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  Our Competitiveness Director Matthew Fell sits down with Debapratim De, Economic Research Director at Deloitte, to discuss why Spring has not yet sprung for the UK economy and the roles that public investment, consumer confidence and policy certainty can play in accelerating growth. The pair also talk through findings from Deloitte's Chief Financial Officer Survey, which details how corporations are responding to the current trading environment, and what the evolving landscape for global trade could mean for the UK's prospects.    Follow us on LinkedIn at BusinessLDN and on Twitter at @_businessLDN. Music is provided by Coma-Media.

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Starmer: Time to put UK FIRST! #Brexit #KeirStarmer #DonaldTrump #UKSovereignty In this video, Jon Gaunt dives deep into Keir Starmer's response to Donald Trump's trade war and the unique opportunity it presents for the UK. With Brexit done, now is the time for Starmer to prioritise the UK's future by offering businesses a real incentive to relocate to Britain. Starmer should take bold action and ditch costly green energy targets, relax overbearing regulations, and ensure British workers are ready to fill new jobs. While he recently visited Jaguar, Starmer's small adjustments aren't enough. The UK needs a bold, clear industrial strategy that everyone can support. It's time to move away from EU red tape and take full control of our borders, immigration policy, and laws. We voted for Brexit, but it's time to truly reclaim sovereignty and independence. Donald Trump's trade policies offer a chance for the UK to flourish on its own terms. Will Starmer seize this moment or remain a puppet of EU interests, forever dreaming of a United States of Europe? Watch to find out what needs to change and how we can make the UK great again! Follow me on my socials here: https://x.com/home https://www.facebook.com/JonGaunt/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jongauntofficial Website https://www.jongaunt.com Support me here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Jongaunt This video is a politics blog and social commentary by award winning talk radio star, Jon Gaunt 

 The Three Old Hacks look at the relationship between Nigel Farage and the Conservative Party. We are seeing a reshaping of the right in British politics, says Mihir. Nigel Farage is out to destroy the Conservative Party in his mission to become prime minister.He is making a tactical shift towards the centre, says David Smith, to take over the Conservatives' ground. While Tory Party members may be drifting towards Reform, that "is not easy for Tory MPs to contemplate", says David Smith. He thinks the Tories have repeated the mistake they made when they elected William Hague in 1997, in electing a leader who is too young to lead the party (he was then 26). Kemi Badenoch is 44, but is "not", says David, "a very good parliamentary performer."Mihir is prepared to put money on Farage becoming prime minister one day, but Nigel Dudley thinks the Tory Party will survive its current difficulties and will not be ousted by Reform as the rightful home of right-leaning voters.Turning to consider Rachel Reeves' performance as Chancellor and the measures she outlined in the Spring Budget, "it has been many decades since we have had an economist in the job of Chancellor," says David, "and she definitely is an economist," whatever her political enemies may say to the contrary. Whether or not she will survive as Chancellor has more to do with the number of enemies she has made in such a short time than it does with her abilities as an economist - pensioners who have lost their winter fuel payments, parents of children in private education, farmers, and now disabled people."She expected to be swept along on a tide of goodwill," says David, but that has not been the case.Is the Labour government's lack of popularity down to the mismatch in expectations between what they can afford and what people want from an incoming Labour government? Is it down to their lack of preparedness when they took office.The Three Old Hacks compare and contrast with governments past and consider the Trump effect on the UK's relations with Europe.Former Sports editor of BBC News Mihir Bose, political analyst Nigel Dudley and Economics Editor of the Sunday Times David Smith, aka the Three Old Hacks, bring their decades of experience to bear on the most pressing political developments. Get in contact with the podcast by emailing threeoldhacks@outlook.com, we'd love to hear from you!

TakeawaysThe UK economy is expected to grow only 1% this year.Overall consumer sentiment in the US has declined sharply since January.Sentiment among high-income consumers has slightly improved recently.Survey data show optimism for upcoming holidays but caution for the future.Dollar Tree, Inc.'s divestment of Family Dollar aims to focus on profitability.Family Dollar shoppers are typically more urban and lower-income.Retailers must navigate uncertainty with strategic technology investments.Chapters00:00 This Week in Research: New Reports and Data02:42 UK Economic Overview and Consumer Sentiment03:56 US Consumer Sentiment Trends and Spending Expectations07:56 Dollar Tree's Strategic Move and Market Insights Read our comprehensive reports on the topics covered in this episode:Seasonal Shopping, 2Q25—Expectations for Easter, Memorial Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day; Plus, Holiday 2025 Plans: US Consumer Survey Insights ExtraDollar Tree To Divest Family Dollar: Here's What It Means—Consumer + Real Estate Data Analysis

In this talk, Professor Stephen Millard discusses the outlook for the UK economy in light of the Chancellor's Spring Statement and accompanying Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) forecast. He compares the current NIESR view as to the outlook for GDP, inflation and the labour market with the OBR's forecast and the forecast from the Bank of England's February Monetary Policy Report. In his remarks, Professor Millard also draws out the implications for monetary and fiscal policy moving forward. About the Speaker: Professor Stephen Millard is the Interim Director of the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR) in the UK and is currently part of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council. Prior to joining NIESR, Stephen worked for 26 and a half years at the Bank of England. During this time, he worked in a variety of policy, research and managerial roles across the Bank's Monetary Analysis and Financial Infrastructure Directorates. He is also a Visiting Professor at the Durham University Business School and the University of Portsmouth. He holds a Ph.D. from Northwestern University.

Over 612,000 Baby Boomer business owners will need to sell or exit their companies in the coming years. The question is—will they get the deal they deserve? In this episode I am joined by Clive Margetts and Oli Luke, founders of Acquisition Masters, to explore how business owners can maximise their exit strategy and secure a profitable sale. The UK economy is facing a serious threat if these businesses fail to sell or get swallowed up by the market leaders. Jobs will be on the line. We explore the nuances of consulting for equity, exit strategies, and the importance of business structure and governance. If you're a business owner looking to sell, scale, or structure your company for the future, this episode is packed with must-know insights to help you exit on your terms.   "612,00 businesses are operated by baby boomers" – Oli   You'll hear about:   ✅ Why so many Baby Boomers are struggling to sell their businesses ✅ The real value of your business—and how to get the price it deserves ✅ How consulting for equity can boost business value before selling ✅ The transition from owner-operator to investor and why it matters ✅ The biggest risks in M&A, from pricing mistakes to client concentration   Connect with Clive Margetts:   LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/clivemargetts/ The Business Success Consultant - https://thebusinesssuccessconsultant.com/   Connect with Oli Luke:   LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/oli-luke-3451b150/ Business of Hearing - https://businessofhearing.com/ Listen to Oli's Podcast – The Business of Hearing - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-business-of-hearing/id1536591535   Connect With Julie Wilkinson   LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliewilkinson-accounting/ Tik Tok – https://www.tiktok.com/@wasolutions YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUvq6gfNoP_4dfIJulL6C6A Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wilkinsonaccountingsolutions Website - https://wilkinsonaccountingsolutions.co.uk/   Find out more about our brilliant sponsor Acquisition Masters here - https://www.acquisitionmasters.co.uk/   Before you go, don't forget to leave a comment and review if you got something out of this episode!

Dame Julia Hoggett is the CEO of the London Stock Exchange. Julia previously worked at the UK's Financial Conduct Authority as Director of Market Oversight and Head of Wholesale Banking Supervision. In Today's Episode We Discuss: 04:25 How to Become CEO of a National Stock Exchange 05:36 Why The Domestic Economy is F***** Despite the Boom in Financial Services 06:45 How Pension Fund Reform Dmaaged the UK Economy 09:31 Should the UK Copy the Canadian Pension Fund Structure 16:30 Will the Best Companies Like Revolut and Monzo List in London 24:17 Why Are Revolut Wrong to Want to List in the US 27:32 Are Companies Priced Lower in the UK vs US 32:05 Why is Stamp Duty a Perversity We Have to Change 35:46 Why is the Way the UK Thinks About Financial Services So Wrong 40:31 Quick Fire Round: Insights and Reflections  

Is the UK economy teetering on the edge, or are we all just stuck in a cycle of doomscrolling and media hype?In this episode, Anthony and Piers unpack the headlines dominating UK news, from surprisingly strong retail sales and wage growth to rising inflation forecasts and the Chancellor's latest budget. Is this the start of a turnaround, or just a temporary blip before more pain to come?We explore:(01:24) The UK Economy: A Stagnation Debate(04:21) Retail Sales: Signs of Recovery?(07:10) Wage Growth and Consumer Spending(10:11) Comparing UK and US Consumer Behavior(13:50) Inflation Trends and Economic Outlook(21:52) The Impact of the Budget on the Economy(27:15) Final Thoughts: Is the UK on the Brink?Listen now to find out if the UK is heading for stagnation… or finally shaking off the slump. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode hosts Kate Scott-Dawkins, Jeff Foster, and Nidhi Shah are joined by special guest Aisha Khan, Head of Client Engagement for GroupM Global Commerce. Their discussion covers advertising trends among the top media sellers, retail media innovation, economic impacts on advertising, and YouTube's growing dominance in TV viewing. Note: As a group, the top 25 accounted for 72% of total advertising in 2024, up from 68% in 2023. If we exclude China (and the China-based ad sellers) concentration went up from 63% to 66%.00:00 - Introduction01:13 - Top 25 Media Sellers: Winners and Trends08:44 - Retail Media Deep Dive with Aisha Khan19:10 - YouTube's TV Takeover and Nielsen Data24:33 - UK Economy, Advertising Insights, and European Media Consumption30:14 - Weekend Plans and Pop Culture Wrap-UpSome links:GroupM's This Year Next Year 2024 End of Year Report: https://www.groupm.com/this-year-next-year-2024-global-end-of-year-forecast/Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to hit the follow button, and rate us on your favorite podcast platform. And we'd love to hear from you—drop a comment or share your thoughts with us on LinkedIn.

PARTICIPANTSDr Hannah Randolph, Economics Fellow, Fraser of Allander Institute, University of StrathclydeProfessor Mairi Spowage, Director, Fraser of Allander Institute, University of Strathclyde Dr João Sousa, Deputy Director, Fraser of Allander Institute, University of StrathclydeTIME STAMPS(0:30) Economic conditions leading up to the spring statement(16:15) What announcements were made and how do they affect Scotland?(21:10) OBR estimates for policy costs and savings(30:25) What fiscal policy changes might we expect later this year?(37:40) What are the UK's prospects for growth? 

In this video, Gaunty dives into the explosive topic: Starmer must sack Rachel Reeves after her disastrous performance in the Spring Statement. As Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves has faced heavy criticism not just for her failure to deliver a solid budget, but for her involvement in multiple scandals that have eroded public trust. With the UK economy in dire straits and the public losing confidence, Keir Starmer is under increasing pressure to take action. This is a critical moment for Labour Party leadership, and Starmer must act swiftly to protect his own position and credibility. In this analysis, we examine the fallout from Reeves' failed budget and how her actions are harming the Labour Party's image. From her economic missteps to her role in freebie scandals, it's clear that Reeves' time as Chancellor may be running out. If Starmer is to have any hope of leading the UK out of economic turmoil, he must act decisively. Join us as we discuss the future of UK politics, free speech, and the growing calls for change within the Labour Party. UK politics debate, Keir Starmer, Rachel Reeves, Labour Party crisis, UK economy, and budget failure are all key issues we cover in this video. Tags: Starmer sack Rachel Reeves, UK politics, Keir Starmer, Rachel Reeves scandal, Labour Party, UK economy, failed budget, free speech, UK debate, budget analysis, political crisis, Spring Statement, Labour Party leadership, UK news, politics debate

Entrepreneur, investor, and former Dragon's Den star Sara Davies has spent 20 years building businesses and helping others do the same. She started her company, Crafter's Companion, while still at university and turned it into a global brand. But as she tells Krishnan Guru-Murthy, success isn't just about strategy - it's about mindset. It's a theme she explores in her latest book, The Six-Minute Entrepreneur, which distills the lessons of her own journey into advice for anyone looking to succeed. In this episode of Ways to Change the World, she reflects on the challenges facing small businesses, what she's learned from Dragon's Den, and why the UK needs to celebrate its entrepreneurs more. As she steps away from the Den, she also shares what's next for her and why she remains deeply passionate about backing businesses that make a difference. Produced by Silvia Maresca and Ka Yee Mak.

UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves discusses the state of the nation's economy following her spring statement in the House of Commons in London on Wednesday. She also talks about extra tariffs planned by US President Donald Trump and how the UK is holding "intensive" talks with the US. “We want to make sure that those trade flows between the UK and US continue to be strong," Reeves tells Bloomberg Television.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beijing has introduced environmental restrictions that would prevent Chinese companies from buying Nvidia's bestselling processors, UK chancellor Rachel Reeves will update the country on Wednesday on the latest economic growth forecasts, and Shell has said it will cut costs and spending, especially in clean energy. Plus, individual investors have pumped almost $70bn into US stocks this year even as professional money managers are slashing their exposure.Mentioned in this podcast:Nvidia's China sales face looming threat from Beijing environmental curbsWhat will be in Rachel Reeves' Spring Statement?Shell slashes costs in ‘relentless' drive to close valuation gap with US rivalsRetail traders plough $67bn into US stocks while investment giants fleeThe FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian, Ethan Plotkin, Lulu Smyth, and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FT's executive producer. The FT's global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The show's theme song is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Fourcast breaks down a huge day for the UK economy and British politics, as Rachel Reeves delivers her Spring Statement with cuts to welfare and a new forecast from the OBR slashing the UK's prospect for growth.  Krishnan Guru-Murthy was joined by our Economics Correspondent Helia Ebrahimi and our Senior Political Correspondent Paul McNamara to explain what this means for you and explore the political fallout. Produced by Girish Juneja, Rob Thomson, Ka Yee Mak, Calum Fraser

The world is bracing itself for what Donald Trump is calling 'Liberation Day' when on 2 April he's promised tariffs will be placed on most countries trading with the US.    The UK is already feeling the effects of Trump's protectionist policies after tariffs were imposed on its metal industries.    On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson speaks to economics and data editor Ed Conway who has been travelling across the UK looking at the impact they're having so far.  He visits an aluminium plant in Scotland and a stainless steel producer in Sheffield, both hit by the tariffs, but finds there is some hope for a tungsten mine in Devon.  Help us understand more about our listeners by taking our survey!  This form should only take a few minutes to complete, and Sky anonymises the responses as much as possible   Podcast producer: Rosie Gillott Editor: Wendy Parker  

In this hard-hitting video, we dive into how Sir Keir Starmer's leadership is dragging the UK into deeper chaos. As Starmer inspects a submarine in Barrow, the irony couldn't be clearer – his sinking political career mirrors the UK's decline under his leadership. Instead of addressing urgent domestic issues that affect everyday Brits, Starmer seems more focused on international matters, leaving the UK struggling with skyrocketing living costs, rampant crime, and increasing poverty.  The UK has been ranked only the 23rd best place to live globally – a direct result of woke policies that ignore common sense and deteriorate society. Meanwhile, UK cities like Birmingham are plagued by rubbish in the streets and rat-infested neighborhoods. Starmer's misplaced priorities, including his push for deeper involvement in Ukraine, are leaving the UK weaker and more divided. With every decision, he seems determined to send our troops into foreign wars, all while neglecting the needs of the British people. It's time for a change. Watch now to find out why Starmer's leadership is failing the UK. SEO Keywords & Tags: UK politics, Keir Starmer, UK news, UK leadership, political debate, free speech, UK crisis, woke politics, UK living standards, UK poverty, domestic issues, UK economy, Starmer failure, British politics, political analysis, UK current affairs, UK news 2025, UK national security, UK issues, rat-infested suburbs, Birmingham rubbish, foreign intervention, Ukraine war, submarine, political mess, UK debate.

The insurance marketplace Lloyd's of London reported profit before tax of £9.6 billion for last year, down £1.1 billion from 2023. Premiums are rising, as insurers watch how global uncertainty over trade, and other challenges like climate change, will affect their industry in the coming year. Lloyd's of London CEO John Neal spoke to hosts Stephen Carroll and Caroline Hepker on Bloomberg Daybreak Europe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The UK economy showed signs of strain last week, with a cooling jobs market, weak consumer spending and rising corporate distress. Hiring slowed in February, with the smallest increase in starting salaries in four years, while permanent job appointments declined for the 29th month. Consumer spending growth lagged behind inflation, signalling cautious sentiment amid economic uncertainty. Business distress hit a post-pandemic high, with 11.2% of firms struggling due to high debt costs. The economy contracted 0.1% in January, driven by a manufacturing downturn, adding pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the Spring Statement. Meanwhile, the government faces economic challenges as growth remains sluggish, casting doubt on its ambitious targets...Stocks featured:IAG, Melrose Industries and TescoTo find out more about the investment management services offered by Walker Crips, please visit our website:https://www.walkercrips.co.uk/This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management's own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise, so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction, and if you require professional advice you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 226344) and is a member of the London Stock Exchange. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New figures from the Office for National Statistics show the UK economy unexpectedly shrunk by 0.1% in January. This comes only a few weeks after the Chancellor's pro-growth speech, and a fortnight ahead of her Spring Statement. Just how much pressure is Rachel Reeves under? And how likely is it that Labour will change their approach? Economics editor Michael Simmons and deputy political editor James Heale join Patrick Gibbons to discuss, as well as a look ahead to next week's expected announcement on reducing the welfare bill. Produced by Patrick Gibbons.

Join OANDA Senior Market Analysts & podcast guest Nick Syiek (TraderNick) as they review the latest market news and moves. MarketPulse provides up-to-the-minute analysis on forex, commodities and indices from around the world. MarketPulse is an award-winning news site that delivers round-the-clock commentary on a wide range of asset classes, as well as in-depth insights into the major economic trends and events that impact the markets. The content produced on this site is for general information purposes only and should not be construed to be advice, invitation, inducement, offer, recommendation or solicitation for investment or disinvestment in any financial instrument. Opinions expressed herein are those of the authors and not necessarily those of OANDA or any of its affiliates, officers or directors. If you would like to reproduce or redistribute any of the content found on MarketPulse, please access the RSS feed or contact us at info@marketpulse.com. © 2023 OANDA Business Information & Services Inc.

Why are the rich getting even wealthier while the middle and working classes continue to struggle? Former top trader Gary Stevenson - the star behind popular YouTube channel Gary's Economics - breaks down how wealth inequality is driving down living standards for the middle and working classes on this episode of Ways to Change the World. He tells Krishnan Guru-Murthy how the rich grow their wealth through passive income and investments, while ordinary people fall into debt, and argues that low interest rates, tax policies, and government responses to crises like 2008 and COVID-19 have mainly benefited the wealthy, deepening the financial divide. And finally, he urges people to educate themselves and push for change before inequality spirals further out of control.  Produced by Silvia Maresca.

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…With over 17 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we've won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awardsIf you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following:https://x.com/i/status/1888523626476933596 https://x.com/i/status/1888529570837524738https://x.com/i/status/1889652627803148516https://x.com/i/status/1890010937953821142 https://x.com/i/status/1889955919150080250 https://x.com/i/status/1889306898186293419 https://x.com/i/status/1889644081191473601 https://x.com/i/status/1889593536070271215 https://x.com/i/status/1889704813870391521 https://x.com/i/status/1889673531241202134 https://x.com/i/status/1890061752273887461 https://x.com/i/status/1888966724420071639 https://x.com/i/status/1890014707085684864 https://x.com/i/status/1889203218489500080 https://x.com/i/status/1889341773899608301https://x.com/i/status/1889265223732756758 https://youtu.be/26rGLetuNt8 Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.comVoiced by Jamie East, using AI, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On this week's MACRODOSE, James Meadway unpacks: the Bank of England's gloomy forecast for the UK economy (1:08), new warnings about just how water-hungry Britain's data centres will be (6:23), and how the rising price of eggs is the fresh political headache for US president Donald Trump (13:57).Red Shadow - 'Stagflation'Jo Michell - 'Rate cuts won't save us: why Rachel Reeves must do more to fix the economy'For exclusive content, including The Fix—Macrodose's monthly newsletter—and to support the show, visit: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/macrodose.⁠Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at ⁠macrodose@planetbproductions.co.uk⁠.To learn more about the work we do at Planet B Productions, head to ⁠planetbproductions.co.uk⁠.

A major shift is underway now at the Bank of England. After being among the most cautious central banks it is being forced more to the dovish side. Even one of the most arch-hawks in all global central banking ditched her previous opposition to any rate cuts in order to urge a fifty-bps cut today! More reactions to the consequences from a world that forgot how to grow. Eurodollar University's Money & Macro Analysishttps://www.eurodollar.universityTwitter: https://twitter.com/JeffSnider_EDU

Like a patient on the operating table with no pulse, the UK economy is barely growing. Prime Minister, Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves are desperately banging on the chest of the patient trying to revive it, but they don’t know how to bring it back to life. December figures show that the economy barely grew by just 0.1%. They talk of growth, but where is it going to come from? 10,000 millionaires have quit the UK in the last six months! China’s economy grew by 5% last year. Watch video version - https://youtu.be/FgXuoDMFE3c Retail sales were down in December! I’ve never heard of retail sales falling over Christmas. More inflation is expected as UK borrowing costs and bond yields have risen sharply. The country’s additional borrowing costs will run to £12 billion per annum. Paid by us, taxpayers of course. Governments screw up, we foot the bill. This could mean higher interest rates and higher mortgage costs for all of us at a time, and the Bank of England should be cutting rates. The market has lost confidence in the UK chancellor Rachel Reeves. She is out of her depth and reminds me the person that talks a good game and job interview but in reality hasn’t got a clue when they’ve got the job. Labour have got off to the worst start and any government I’ve never known. They want to give away the Chagos islands to Mauritius, and then lease it back at a cost of £9 billion! I’ve heard of sale and leaseback, but not “give” and leaseback. This will surely be remembered as the Prime Minister’s “Gordon Brown” moment. Gordon Brown was the Labour chancellor who sold off the U.K.’s gold reserves to China at rock bottom prices. Gold has risen by at least 10 times since the ill-fated sell-off. They inexplicably cut the small winter fuel allowance for millions of pensioners, taxed private school fees, and raised national insurance costs for employers, taxed our farmers and borrowed an additional £145 billion, all of which have made them hugely unpopular. And yet, the FT 100 index, reached a record level today! Apparently they expect interest rates to be cut by 0.25% when the Bank of England meet next month Will the Bank of England hold or cut rates next month? The implications are huge for the country and for the 700,000 borrowers who will come off fixed interest rates this year, as well as the first-time buyers who want to go on the property ladder. Buy to let property investment has become almost unviable, unless you have a large deposit or buying cheap properties up in the north-east. Some good news could be on the horizon for first time buyers as regulators are expected to relax lending rules. However, could this lead to another boom and bust? The massive building firm Taylor Wimpey has reported good profits of over £400 million last year and they built almost 10,000 new homes. Perhaps labours plan to relax planning rules will bring more homes onto the housing market. China What is going on between Labour and China? Why did Rachel Reeves desert her post at the time of the bond crisis last week? What are they given away for China to buy UK bonds? The Chinese government does not give anything without expecting something in return, and they normally bargain very hard. Foreign Secretary, David Lammy is expected to approve a new super embassy for China on the site of the old Royal Mint. Why does any country need a super embassy with hundreds of “diplomats”? Donald Trump could turn the US economy around, but will we get a decent trade deal after labour have alienating themselves from the new president elect? David Lammy, with his personal attacks, labour sending 100 people to America to canvas for Joe Biden during the US elections and now rushing to sign a deal with Mauritius before the presidential inauguration on January 20. Now it appears Labour are getting closer to China. The previous government cooled relations with China over Chinese technology, tensions over Hong Kong and Taiwan, the South China Sea, cyber security and allegations of spying. In summary, the lunatics have taken over the asylum! What does this mean for you? What can we do to cope on a personal level? If you believe we are entering choppy waters and stormy weather, now is the time to batten down the hatches and tighten your belts. This is not the time to purchase an £80,000 car on a lease or buy a fast-food franchise and open up yet another burger bar on the High Street. I’ve seen at least two or three new fast-food outlets or restaurants popping up on the High Street in the last couple of months. They are occupying premises that previous owners of similar businesses who went bust. I’ve talked to some of the business owners, and they are struggling. I walk past their restaurants and see the empty tables. I talk to a lady who opened up to bubble tea outlets and lost all her savings within six months. Her sign is still above the empty shop, which means the landlord has not been able to let the property again. Manage your money and control your spending. Invest wisely. If you’re nearing retirement, I would check with your financial advisor as to where your pension funds are invested. If you are young, I would learn more about AI. AI will kill 300 million jobs worldwide according to a recent report. People already been laid off in the City of London and Wall Street due to the impact of AI. A massive rise in employer national insurance contributions will hardly encourage employers to take on more staff. Worse still, it could lead to redundancies. Could be an easier time for homebuyers, if interest rates fall and the regulators ease the stringent restrictions on mortgage lending. Expect the best but prepare for the worst. Join me for my free webinar, Three. 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By setting clear goals, budgeting wisely, paying yourself first, reducing debt, and investing strategically, you’ll be well on your way to building wealth and achieving financial freedom. Remember, every small step you take today can lead to significant financial growth tomorrow. For more tips and insights, watch the latest episode of the Charles Kelly Money Tips Podcast on YouTube and start your journey to financial success today! 3 Steps To Unlocking Financial Freedom! I want to take you to the next level, help you get control of your money, learn how to invest and become financially free. Join me online on my free live money management training Wednesday at 7.00PM. 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The Bank of England has halved Britain's growth forecast for 2025 as it also predicted a spike in inflation due to rising gas and utility bills. On the day the Bank cut interest rates from 4.75% to 4.5%, governor Andrew Bailey stressed he believed the underlying trends still pointed towards reduced inflation long term. However some economists said the economy could be heading for a bout of "stagflation" - that's when growth is low but inflation is high.As a judge in the US pauses the Trump administration's offer to pay off potentially thousands of federal workers, we examine Elon Musk's takeover of the international development agency USAID.And we speak to conductor Lidiya Yankovskaya about the refugee orchestra she formed, as she prepares to conduct Shostakovich's wartime sixth symphony at the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall.

In a major speech on growing the UK economy, Chancellor Rachel Reeves says she will make Cambridge and Oxford the “Silicon Valley of Europe” and build a third runway at Heathrow Airport - which is now backed by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer even though he opposed it in the past. So will Labour deliver? Can Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves really get the economy firing again? And will it be enough to turn around their recent political woes? Discussing this and more in this episode of the Fourcast, Krishnan Guru-Murthy is joined by Gillian Tett, Financial Times columnist, and Rupert Harrison, senior advisor at Macro Advisory Partners and former advisor to Goerge Osborne when he was chancellor.   Produced by Silvia Maresca, Calum Fraser, Rob Thomson and Ka Yee Mak.  

Dutch chip equipment ASML moves to calm investor jitters over AI plans, beating Q4 expectations with net income of €2.69bn. Nvidia shares have slowly rebounded following Monday's DeepSeek-driven bloodbath, ending yesterday's session almost 9 per cent higher. Other U.S. tech stocks have also clawed back losses as retail investors re-enter the sector following this week's massive sell-off. UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves is to set out deeper plans to improve the country's economy in a speech later today, saying she anticipates opposition in her quest for growth. And in luxury news, LVMH posts a Q4 sales beat helped along by strong demand in Europe and the U.S. despite the French giant warning of an unfavourable global economic environment for the sector. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nigel Farage is poised to attend the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump. The architect of Brexit, Farage won a seat in Parliament after 30 years and his Reform UK party are currently second in opinion polls in the UK. But do his economic policies add up and what benefits might his close ties to Trump bring for the UK? Nigel Farage joins Bloomberg anchor Caroline Hepker and Finance reporter Will Shaw to discuss immigration, taxes, Elon Musk and AI.For more episodes like this you can subscribe to the UK Politics PodcastApple: https://shorturl.at/1bYd6Spotify: https://shorturl.at/ynb7uTuneIn: http://tun.in/pkKdnSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amid turmoil in the bond market and a plummeting pound, Sir Keir Starmer has had to defend his chancellor Rachel Reeves while dealing with the resignation of the former anti-corruption minister Tulip Siddiq. So, can Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves turn it around? The Prime Minister says it will take 10 years to solve some of the chronic issues facing the UK, but will he even get a second term with Labour's support sliding in the polls and Nigel Farage's Reform UK breathing down his neck? In this episode of the Fourcast, Matt Frei is joined by the Financial Times' columnist Katie Martin, psephologist Luke Try and Channel 4 News' political editor Gary Gibbon.  Produced by Calum Fraser, Silvia Maresca and Ka Yee Mak.  

Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey look at just how serious warnings about the UK's financial position really are, and what this means for the chancellor, Rachel Reeves. Plus, why the government is hoping AI could be the magic bullet that revives our economy. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

The chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has said she faces a "challenge" in "fixing the economy" after revised figures show it flatlined in the first three months of the Labour government.

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As the UK economy shrinks for a second month in a row, Tom is joined by 7 Investment Management's Chris Justham and Ben Kumar for the Investment Session.

A busy went to the week on Pre-Market Pulse as we look at areas to watch this Friday, with UK inflation, European interest rates and US jobs data at the forefront.

From housebuilding to sewage systems to the NHS, private companies are deeply intertwined with our essential public services. But is partnering with big corporations the only way of improving people's lives? Is private investment a vital ingredient in economic renewal? Or will it just lead to price gouging for us and soaring profits for corporate execs? This week Ayeisha Thomas-Smith is joined by Daniela Gabor, professor of economics at SOAS, and Aveek Bhattacharya, research director at the Social Market Foundation, to discuss the role of private investment in our economy and public services. Music by A.A Aalto (available: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/A_A_Aalto/Fest/Sneak), used under Creative Commons licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/. Produced by Katrina Gaffney, Margaret Welsh and Amy Clancy. The New Economics Podcast is brought to you by the New Economics Foundation. Find out more about becoming a NEF supporter at: neweconomics.org/donate/build-a-better-future New Economics Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales. Charity No. 1055254

Ben Habib is a businessman, former MEP for the Brexit Party, and outspoken advocate for Brexit, national sovereignty, and immigration reform. In this episode we unpack the political and economic challenges facing the UK. From Brexit's broken promises to the Reform Party's potential to disrupt the status quo. Habib shares his insights on sovereignty, democracy, and the looming sovereign debt crisis. We also discuss government inefficiencies, the burden on small businesses, and how the UK can reclaim its future.

This week, with the world changing around it, what kind of shape is the UK economy in? The latest updates on growth were disappointing, and there may be more difficult news to come on inflation and interest rates. What does that mean for our finances, the Government's accounts, and the stock market? That's the focus today, as well as the latest ups and downs in markets. Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets. Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The UK economy barely grew between July and September, with Budget uncertainty blamed

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What kind of economy did Labour inherit this summer, and how does Britain measure up to international comparators? Political Fix host Lucy Fisher sits down with Martin Wolf to examine the strengths and weaknesses inherent in the UK's economy as Rachel Reeves prepares for her seismic first Budget on October 30. Wolf assesses the options facing the chancellor on tax, spending and debt. Want more? Free links:Keir Starmer vows to rip up bureaucracy to unleash ‘shock and awe' of investmentRachel Reeves's Budget must rescue Britain from its growth trapReeves struggles to escape from self-imposed restraintsRachel Reeves needs a credible growth planYou too can step into the chancellor's shoes and find out if you can run the UK economy with the FT's new Budget game. Go to ft.com/chancellor-game and play from Tuesday, October 15Follow Lucy on X @LOS_FisherSign up for 30 free days of Stephen Bush's Inside Politics newsletter, winner of the World Association of News Publishers 2023 ‘Best Newsletter' award: https://ft.com/insidepoliticsofferPresented by Lucy Fisher. The executive producer is Manuela Saragosa. Audio mix and original music by Breen Turner. The FT's head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. View our accessibility guide Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a tough few weeks for new Chancellor Rachel Reeves. In a speech to the House of Commons on Monday, Reeves declared that despite going in to government with gloomy prospects, the financial inheritance was much worse than she had expected. Naturally, this didn't go down particularly well with the now Shadow Chancellor Jeremy Hunt, as the two traded barbs whilst invoking the opinions of THE name in British economics - Paul Johnson. Nish and Coco sit down with the man himself, Paul, to talk about how deep the budgetary black hole goes and solutions for how the Government might tax their way out of it, whilst still meeting the difficult manifesto commitment of “no new taxes on working people”. Pod Save the UK is a Reduced Listening production for Crooked Media.Contact us via email: PSUK@reducedlistening.co.ukWhatsApp: 07494 933 444 (UK) or + 44 7494 933 444 (internationally)Insta: https://instagram.com/podsavetheukTwitter: https://twitter.com/podsavetheukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podsavetheukFacebook: https://facebook.com/podsavetheukYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/podsavetheworld Guest;Paul Johnson, Director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies. Useful links:Pod Save the UK, Live! https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/pod-save-the-uk-livePSUK YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodSavetheUKAudio clips:Parliament.TVInstagram / James Cleveley