EconomyBBC News
US interest rates held steady and economy grows - what it means for you
The Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions affect everything from mortgages to car loans
29 Oct, 17:15
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Economy
Growth, inflation, jobs and central banks.
EconomyBBC News
Faisal Islam: This Budget was micro and that was deliberate
Chancellor John Healey's plans fall short of radical action to create a promised new economic model.
29 Oct, 15:48
EconomyBBC News
'Painful' years ahead, think tanks warn, as living standards set to fall
Budget forecasts show growth in living standards grinding almost to a halt.
29 Oct, 13:19
EconomyBBC News
How people fighting rising costs reacted to Budget
While some measures were welcomed, many questioned whether households would feel better off.
29 Oct, 13:08
EconomyBBC News
I earn £30,000. I'm angry there was no fuel duty cut in the Budget
People on a range of incomes from £4,062 to £150,000 a year tell the BBC what they made of this year's Budget.
29 Oct, 11:52
EconomyBBC News
Treasury will not commit to reducing welfare bill before next election
The Treasury is disputing that the chancellor suggested to the BBC the benefits bill will be cut before the next election.
29 Oct, 10:41
EconomyBBC News
Chancellor says government has 'moral duty' to help young people who are out of work
Chancellor John Healey says any cuts to welfare will be done "in a Labour way".
29 Oct, 06:56
EconomyBBC News
No cost of living payment for NI until Stormont budget agreed, says Bryant
In his first budget, Chancellor John Healey said £100 for lower income households in England should be replicated in the devolved nations.
28 Oct, 21:16
EconomyBBC News
What we now know about the UK economy in four charts
The Office for Budget Responsibility says higher energy prices will impact everything from prices and living standards to economic growth.
28 Oct, 20:08
EconomyBBC News
Healey provides some breathing space but things still set to get worse for most
The chancellor talked of charting a new course for Britain, but the impact of Iran war has limited his options.
28 Oct, 19:51
EconomyBBC News
Tax thresholds remain unchanged - here's what it means for your pay
The point at which you start to pay tax, and the point where you tip into paying a higher rate of tax have been frozen for three more years.
28 Oct, 18:12
EconomyBBC News
Budget 2026: Key points at a glance
Here’s what you need to know from John Healey’s first Budget, as the chancellor sets out the government’s tax and spending plans.
28 Oct, 16:55
EconomyBBC News
How much is the minimum wage going up by?
What are the National Minimum Wage and the National Living Wage, and how much are they worth?
28 Oct, 14:53
