Economics2 days agoHow much money does the UK government borrow, and why does it matter?The UK government borrows to fund day-to-day spending as well as long-term infrastructure projects.2 days ago2 days agoCan we predict the next global crisis?Spotting the events that might lead to a major period of upheaval is notoriously difficult. Could artificial intelligence be the crystal ball we need?2 days ago3 days agoWhy are UK prices rising more quickly?The war in Iran has pushed UK Inflation further above the Bank of England's 2% target.3 days ago16 Apr 2026What's happening to the UK economy and how does it affect you?The rate of UK economic growth affects things like pay increases and the amount of tax raised. 16 Apr 202616 Apr 2026Big energy shock will push up prices, Bank boss tells BBCBank of England governor says the Iran war energy shock makes the next interest rate decision "very, very difficult".16 Apr 20268 Apr 2026Faisal Islam: Iran war pause is welcome but the economic scars will lastAllowing all ships through the Strait of Hormuz will calm markets but the war has created new problems.8 Apr 20268 Apr 2026Why the Strait of Hormuz matters so much in the Iran warTehran says it has agreed to open the Strait of Hormuz for two weeks "if attacks against Iran are halted". 8 Apr 20267 Apr 2026India's high-growth economy gets a Middle East oil shockIndia's currency, stocks and growth projections take a beating as the country faces a triple energy shock due to Iran war.7 Apr 202628 Mar 2026The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky highButter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why28 Mar 2026...
