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Britain is already in a recession according to the finance minister

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3 years ago

November 18, 2022

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Britain is already in a recession according to the finance minister, as he announces a string of tax hikes

Britain is struggling economically.

UK finance minister Jeremy Hunt has announced a string of new tax hikes as the government pushes to tighten public spending.

Speaking to parliament, Hunt said it was necessary to restore faith in policymaking and public finances. This is particularly relevant after the short-lived premiership of Liz Truss.

“Credibility cannot be taken for granted and yesterday’s inflation figures show we must continue a relentless fight to bring it down. [This includes] a rock-solid commitment to rebuild our public finances,” Hunt said.

Headline moves include a freeze on income tax allowances, meaning more people will pay the basic rate.

Hunt also lowered the threshold for paying the top rate, and cut tax-free allowances for earnings from dividends.

He increased a windfall tax on oil and gas firms, and extended it to power generators.

“I have no objection to windfall taxes. [So long as] they are genuinely about windfall profits caused by unexpected increases in energy prices.”

Hunt is attempting to close Britain’s £55 billion budget hole.

Hunt said the country was already in recession, and government departments would need to find ways to save money.

But he denied that the plans amounted to a return of austerity, saying the the National Health Service would get extra funding.

Hunt says he hopes to protect other public spending “as much as possible”.

The opposition Labour Party said the economy was in a “mess”, as result of the government’s mistakes.

Markets gave a muted reaction to the plans, with sterling and government bonds edging lower.

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Australia’s inflation hits 3.8%: Budget decisions under pressure

Australia’s inflation hits 3.8%, raising concerns for households; Dr. Enticott discusses implications for everyday Australians and economic planning.

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24 hours ago

February 3, 2026

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Australia’s inflation hits 3.8%, raising concerns for households; Dr. Enticott discusses implications for everyday Australians and economic planning.

Australia’s inflation has surged to 3.8%, sparking concern for households and businesses. Experts warn that rising prices could threaten financial stability if the government does not act in the upcoming budget.

Dr Steven Enticott from CIA Tax joins Ticker to break down what this inflation spike means for everyday Australians. He also explains why inflation above the Reserve Bank’s target band is particularly significant and how it affects economic planning.

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Wall Street gains momentum amid tech and earnings surge

U.S. stocks rose Monday, driven by Oracle gains, as investors overlooked recent silver and bitcoin losses ahead of earnings week.

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1 day ago

February 3, 2026

Harvey Vargas

U.S. stocks rose Monday, driven by Oracle gains, as investors overlooked recent silver and bitcoin losses ahead of earnings week.

U.S. equities climbed on Monday as Wall Street kicked off a new month of trading. Investors looked past recent losses in silver and bitcoin, with optimism returning to major indices. The S&P 500 rose 0.7%, led by gains in Oracle shares following the company’s announcement to raise up to £50 billion for cloud capacity.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged 501 points, while the Nasdaq Composite increased 0.9%. Analysts note that the broader market is showing resilience despite mixed signals from tech and commodities.

More than 100 S&P 500 companies are expected to report earnings this week. Strong growth is predicted, even as some high-profile sell-offs continue to make headlines.

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U.S. dollar weakens while Australian dollar rises amid global market shifts

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5 days ago

January 30, 2026

Harvey Vargas

US dollar weakens as Trump comments; Australian dollar gains from commodity prices and RBA rate hike expectations

The US dollar is coming under pressure as the economy remains strong and President Trump comments on its decline. We explore how this is impacting major currencies around the world and what it means for investors.

Meanwhile, the Australian dollar is benefiting from rising commodity prices and growing expectations of an RBA rate hike. Global investors are increasingly drawn to Australia’s bond market as economic conditions shift.

Currency trading strategies are adapting to this changing landscape, with potential implications for interest rates and international markets. Steve Gopalan from SkandaFX breaks down the trends.

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