Inflation3 days agoUS borrowing costs rise as attempts to ease rates prove short-livedEconomists said there were ongoing concerns over the level of borrowing as national debt passed $40tn.3 days ago3 days agoWhy the US economy is ringing alarm bellsThe US hit a debt milestone this week, but just how worried should we be about the world's largest economy?3 days ago3 days agoNI saw largest rise in disposable income of any UK regionThe figures estimate the amount of money that people have for spending or saving after they have paid taxes and received benefits.3 days ago4 days agoUS national debt passes $40tn after doubling in a decadeIt comes after the interest rate on 30-year bonds reached the highest level in almost 20 years.4 days ago5 days agoJump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four monthsA 2.9% rise in inflation had been widely expected by economists, with Chancellor John Healey saying the Iran war “continues to impact prices here at home”.5 days ago5 days agoInflation is heating up but don't expect another crisisRising living costs could heap pressure on PM Andy Burnham though it depends what happens in the coming months.5 days ago5 days agoWhat's happening to UK interest rates and what does it mean for mortgages?The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.5 days ago5 days agoWhat is happening to UK prices?UK inflation dropped slightly in June 2026, but higher energy costs are expected to push it back up.5 days ago6 days agoGlobal borrowing costs hit fresh highs over oil, AI and inflation concernsInterest rates on long-term US, UK, German and Japanese government debt have soared.6 days ago...