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Inflation
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WorldFTSE 100 hits record high but closes lower
The FTSE 100 index reached a new intra-day peak but finished trading down. The Bank of England maintained its interest rate at 3.75% with a split vote, while US inflation figures indicated a slowdown in price increases.
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US Borrowing Costs Reach 19-Year Peak
US government borrowing costs have climbed to their highest point since 2007 following the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain current interest rates. The move has raised investor concerns about the central bank's pace in addressing inflation.
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WorldIran War Fuels UK Inflation, Slows Growth, NIESR Warns
The Iran war is expected to drive up oil prices and inflation in the UK, leading to slower economic growth and significant budget challenges. The National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR) forecasts inflation to reach 3.8% and warns of a £24bn funding gap for public services.
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WorldBurnham Warned on Funding Pledges
Andy Burnham has been cautioned by economic analysts that new spending commitments require either increased taxation or reduced expenditure. The National Institute for Economic and Social Research highlighted concerns over borrowing capacity and projected economic slowdown.
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WorldThink Tank Warns on Funding for Cost-of-Living Support
The National Institute of Economic and Social Research (Niesr) has cautioned the new government against increasing borrowing to fund cost-of-living measures. They suggest tax hikes or spending reductions as necessary alternatives, forecasting persistent inflation and stable interest rates.
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WorldPM Burnham Faces Tax Rises or Spending Cuts
Prime Minister Andy Burnham must either increase taxes or reduce public spending to fulfil his pledges, according to the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (Niesr). Persistent inflation is expected to strain public finances.
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Energy Costs Surge 19% Amid Rising Inflation
Energy prices have climbed by 19% in the year to June 2026, with fuel and light seeing the largest jump. Overall RPI inflation reached 4.3%, and households with retired adults faced the highest cost increases.
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Unilever warns of further price hikes
Unilever, the maker of Marmite and Dove, has cautioned consumers about forthcoming price increases. The company anticipates an acceleration in price growth during the second half of the year due to rising costs.
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UK Consumer Confidence Sees Fastest Rise in Three Years
UK consumer confidence experienced its most rapid monthly increase in nearly three years during June. This surge coincides with a fall in the headline inflation rate to 2.6%, yet significant disparities in household spending and savings remain evident.
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