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US Treasury Secretary Slams IMF for Ignoring China’s Economic Impact and Losing Focus on Core Mission

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has delivered a sharp rebuke to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), accusing the global lender…

UK Inheritance Tax Hits Record £8.2 Billion as Families Face Growing Tax Burden

Inheritance tax (IHT) receipts have soared to a record £8.2 billion in the 2024-25 tax year, marking a significant rise…

Eight Million More Britons to Face Higher Income Tax by 2030 Due to Frozen Thresholds, OBR Warns

More than eight million people in the UK will be pulled into higher income tax bands or into the tax…

Taskforce Urges Government to Tackle Employment Gap for Older Workers

The UK government must urgently ramp up efforts to improve employment prospects for older workers if it is to meet…

China’s Economy Surprises with Strong Q1 Growth, but US Tariffs Threaten Outlook

China’s economy grew faster than expected in the first quarter of 2025, expanding by 5.4% year-on-year, driven by a surge…

UK Inflation Drops to 2.6% in March, Easing Pressure on Households and Policymakers

UK inflation fell to its lowest level in five months in March, offering welcome relief to households and strengthening the…