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How Rachel Reeves can raise money and also make the tax system fairer | Letters
Implementing progressive tax reforms, such as adjusting levies on substantial assets and aligning different tax rates, could generate significant revenue while addressing concerns...
Read Full Article →Raising VAT rates would let Rachel Reeves fill budget black hole and enable growth | Letters
Increasing the value-added tax by a few percentage points could generate significant government revenue to address budget deficits while maintaining economic expansion without heav...
Read Full Article →Stephen Kinnock quizzed on his dad’s calls to ditch two-child benefit cap
The potential removal of the two-child benefit limit involves important budgetary considerations, as such policy changes could significantly impact government spending and financia...
Read Full Article →Tories: Reeves gambling tax hike raises risk of black market betting
Increasing taxes on gambling may reduce official revenue by encouraging bettors to turn to unregulated markets, potentially undermining government efforts to generate funds through...
Read Full Article →Don't Regret Buying a Home: An Expert Guide to Navigating Today's Tough Housing Market
Careful financial planning and maintaining a reserve are essential for anyone purchasing property in the current challenging real estate environment, regardless of their reasons fo...
Read Full Article →US Treasury’s Bessent backpedals: Bitcoin buying still possible
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that the department may consider approaches to acquire Bitcoin without affecting the budget, signaling potential market influence desp...
Read Full Article →Treasury to use forfeited Bitcoin for Strategic Reserve, buy more in budget-neutral way, Bessent say...
The Treasury plans to allocate seized Bitcoin to a Strategic Reserve and intends to acquire additional amounts without affecting the overall budget, according to Bessent.
Read Full Article →Bessent Backtracks on Bitcoin: Treasury Committed to 'Budget-Neutral' BTC Buys
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that the government might acquire Bitcoin for its reserves in a manner that does not affect the overall federal budget balance.
Read Full Article →UK economic growth slows to 0.3% in second quarter
The modest increase in the UK’s output during the second quarter highlights ongoing economic challenges as the government readies its fiscal plans for the upcoming budget season.
Read Full Article →A policy that benefited the richest and cost the UK £100bn: it's long past time to end the fuel duty...
Maintaining unchanged fuel taxes for over a decade has significantly reduced government revenue, resulting in substantial budget shortfalls that have constrained public infrastruct...
Read Full Article →Dishoom warns that Brits’ low incomes pose risk for hospitality
The combination of limited consumer spending power and recent tax increases could negatively impact the revenue and growth prospects of businesses within the UK’s hospitality indus...
Read Full Article →Typical two-year mortgage deal at low last seen before Liz Truss mini-budget
The decrease in average two-year mortgage rates to under 5% reflects a significant shift in borrowing costs, potentially influencing homebuyer affordability and the broader housing...
Read Full Article →A court could strike down Trump’s tariffs—and blow a hole in the U.S. budget
If the tariffs implemented during the previous administration are invalidated by the court, the government could face a substantial loss in revenue, potentially impacting the feder...
Read Full Article →Classes combined, teachers cancelled amid public schools' budget woes
Due to ongoing budget shortfalls, many public schools in the ACT are consolidating classes and reducing teaching staff as part of efforts to manage limited financial resources.
Read Full Article →Reeves should consider ending pension triple lock and charging for NHS treatment, says IMF
The IMF recommends that the UK government explore new revenue sources and fiscal policies to maintain financial stability and ensure progress toward reducing the national budget de...
Read Full Article →Cost of Eyre Peninsula desalination plant blows out by $140m
The budget for the Eyre Peninsula desalination facility near Port Lincoln has risen significantly, reflecting added expenses related to worldwide inflation and modifications in the...
Read Full Article →Help wanted: Reeves seeks heavyweight economic advisers as budget looms
As the autumn budget approaches, the Chancellor aims to strengthen her economic team by appointing experienced advisers to support fiscal decision-making and address productivity c...
Read Full Article →Republicans propose 7% leaner SEC budget compared to Biden’s era
House Republicans have introduced a budget plan that reduces funding for the SEC, potentially limiting resources for enforcing regulations related to timely disclosure of cybersecu...
Read Full Article →UK working to sell $7B in seized Bitcoin to boost budget: Report
The UK government is reportedly planning to liquidate a substantial amount of confiscated cryptocurrency to increase public funds, although some critics question the accuracy and t...
Read Full Article →‘Worse than Covid’: hospitality bosses blame Reeves’ budget for UK downturn
The increase in employers’ national insurance contributions has created significant financial pressure on the hospitality sector, leading to reduced hiring and contributing to slow...
Read Full Article →OBR chief says higher tax is ‘not good’ for growth – or the government
Increasing taxes as proposed in the upcoming budget may reduce economic expansion and diminish long-term government revenue, according to a leading fiscal authority’s assessment of...
Read Full Article →Non-dom exodus hits London market for butlers
The reduction in affluent individuals residing in London following tax changes has led to a noticeable decline in requests for luxury household employees.
Read Full Article →Donald Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ is the ultimate betrayal of his base | Sidney Blumenthal
The proposed legislation will significantly reduce government spending on healthcare, social services, and renewable energy, while increasing the national debt by trillions, potent...
Read Full Article →Wilkin & Sons: King’s jam maker returns to profit despite Reeves’ tax hikes
Wilkin & Sons, known for producing the Tiptree brand and supplying royal clientele, managed to regain profitability despite financial challenges posed by increased wage requirement...
Read Full Article →Labour’s tax addiction will end in tears
The upcoming budget is anticipated to introduce substantial new taxes, potentially raising £10 billion to £20 billion, which could have significant implications for public finances...
Read Full Article →Hiring confidence worst in 13 years as businesses brace for further tax hikes
Businesses are reducing recruitment efforts due to increased financial pressures from recent and anticipated tax increases, leading to cautious spending despite signs of economic i...
Read Full Article →Liz Truss is long gone – but her fiscal meltdown still dictates every step Labour makes | Max Mosley
The lasting impact of the 2022 economic turmoil continues to shape government policies, leading to cautious budgeting and restrained public spending driven by concerns over market...
Read Full Article →Who’s really to blame for Labour’s troubles – Rachel Reeves or the invisible PM? | Gaby Hinsliff
Rachel Reeves' visible emotional response during a key parliamentary session coincided with immediate market reactions, highlighting how political events can directly affect curren...
Read Full Article →No crypto wins in Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill,’ but market eyes liquidity boost
Although the legislation lacks specific crypto incentives, its overall impact on market liquidity could positively influence digital asset trading and investment opportunities in t...
Read Full Article →'Awful': Amelia's in an ANU redundancy pool with two close colleagues
The Australian National University plans to reduce its workforce, including several academic and professional employees, as a cost-saving measure aimed at achieving $250 million in...
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