Politics


Hard Brexit Could Cost UK Economy £54bn

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The UK could suffer a £54bn hit to its economy by 2030 in the event of a "hard Brexit" scenario, the first set of taxp... Read more

SocGen's Edwards: The Factors That Could Trigger The Next 2008-style Crash

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Société Générale's bearish strategist Albert Edwards has outlined a number of scenarios which could cause the next ... Read more

'A Labour Government Is Unambiguously Bad For Markets': Experts Warn Of Corbyn-danger Heading Into 2018

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Industry experts have warned a Labour victory with Jeremy Corbyn becoming Prime Minister in the next election is not "b... Read more

Make Your Opinion Heard With This New App

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There’s a new app being built in Belfast to increase public engagement. Cleverly named Sussd, the app has backing fr... Read more

Advocates Of Britain Staying In The EU's Customs Union Have A Hidden Agenda

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There is only one possible reason to remain in the customs union, namely as a way of transitioning back into full member... Read more

OMGI's Buxton: Govt Needs To Address Demographic Divide Or Risks 'sleepwalking Into Electoral Disaster'

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Richard Buxton, chief executive of Old Mutual Global Investors and manager of its £2.3bn UK Alpha fund, has said the b... Read more

Nationalisation Won't Magically Solve The Problems Of Britain's Railways

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Rail fares are going up because the government is trying to shift the burden of subsidy from the state onto the passenge... Read more

Gallery: Whitechurch's Top Ten Investment Themes Heading Into 2018

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With 2017 providing investors with a supportive 'Goldilocks' environment of global growth and low interest rates, White... Read more

Liam Fox Warns Northern Ireland Border Can't Be Settled Until EU And Britain Reach Trade Deal

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Irish government said to be deeply unhappy at the proposals put forward to prevent a hard border with Northern Ireland. Read more

ETF Snapshot: European Large-caps Post Outflows As Merkel Coalition Breaks Down

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In the week ending 17 November, European large caps was the only equity asset class to record outflows, according to da... Read more

John McDonnell Leaves Labour Spending Figures To 'iPads And Advisors'

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Unable to pin a figure on the cost of servicing UK debt under a Labour government, shadow chancellor claims any amount h... Read more

India PM Narendra Modi's Star Undimmed Despite Demonetisation Debacle

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Poll suggests Modi is more popular than ever, with seven out of 10 Indians saying they hold a "very favourable" view of ... Read more

Martin Gilbert: What I Would Like To See From The Autumn Budget

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On Wednesday, Chancellor Philip Hammond will deliver his first Budget since the General Election in June, writes Martin... Read more

Update: Davis Promises City Brexit Travel Exception

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UK Brexit secretary David Davis has said that a unique post-Brexit travel regime will be applied to the City of London,... Read more

Brexit Blog: Industry Reaction As Investors Gear Up For Negotiations Outcome

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In this live blog, Investment Week collates the best news, analysis and infographics to help investors digest the Brexi... Read more

Theresa May Hints UK Ready For Transition Deal With EU In Run-up To Brexit

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Prime Minister tells CBI conference her government wants an ambitious partnership with the EU and the wider world. Read more