4 h. ago UK government borrowed lower than forecast in July in boost for Rachel Reeves

Economists had widely predicted a higher July borrowing figure, making the actual outcome a positive surprise

Politics

5 h. ago Government borrowing less than expected in July in boost for Reeves

The Office for National Statistics said the borrowing of £1.1 billion is the lowest July figure for three years.

Politics

5 h. ago What 3.8% rise in inflation means for your supermarket bills

The level of inflation for the 12 months to July was 3.8% - this is higher than the 3.6% that was recorded in June. The majority of economists forecast inflation would hit 3.7% in July.

Economics

31 h. ago Investors warn of ‘new era of fiscal dominance’ in global markets

Combination of record government debt and rising borrowing costs puts central banks under pressure

Events

7 d. ago Boost for Rachel Reeves after surprising UK economic growth in three months to June

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said gross domestic product grew by 0.3 per cent after 0.7 per cent growth in the first three months of the year.

Economics

8 d. ago The national debt has reached a record $37 trillion, the Treasury Department reports

Donald Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ set to ramp up government borrowing even further

Economics