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Will Trump's pick to lead US central bank get him the change he wants?
Opinion is divided over whether Warsh will align with the US president's views over how the Federal Reserve should be run.
Three reasons for the record rise in gold prices, and one why they are falling
Gold has fallen from recent highs but there are several reasons investors are still finding refuge in the precious metal.
Trump picks Kevin Warsh to lead the US Federal Reserve
The 55-year-old economist had been considered for Fed chair during Trump's first term.
Water bills to rise again: Use our tool to find out by how much
The average annual household bill in England and Wales will increase by £33 from April.
US Fed holds interest rates and defends independence
Two Fed officials voted for a cut, including the former head of Donald Trump's Council of Economic Advisers.
The Original Factory Shop collapses into administration
Some 1,180 jobs are at risk as the chain's administrators assess options.
Watch: Why Trump is hitting the road to rally Americans
The BBC's White House reporter Bernd Debusmann explains why the president is refocusing his attention on the US economy.
Pubs given support package after business rates backlash
Treasury Minister Dan Tomlinson says the three-year aid is worth £1,650 for the average pub.
Demand for online jewellery boosts December retail sales
Sales rose by more than expected, but it remained a difficult festive period for many retailers.
Who are the frontrunners for the top Fed job?
Donald Trump is due to name a new leader of the Federal Reserve at a tricky moment.
Sharp fall in government borrowing in December, figures show
More money than expected was collected through tax and higher National Insurance Contributions, although public sector spending also increased.
How much money does the UK government borrow, and does it matter?
The state borrows to fund day-to-day spending as well as long-term infrastructure projects.
Supreme Court sceptical of Trump firing of Lisa Cook
One conservative justice warned that the White House interpretation of the law could "shatter" Federal Reserve independence.
UK inflation rises for first time in five months - but one-off factors blamed
It is the last set of monthly inflation figures before the next interest rate decision on 5 February.
Why are UK prices still rising?
UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.
Are UK interest rates expected to fall again?
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
Toy sellers keep close watch on social media ban
Toys for teenagers and adults have revived the industry, but it could be hit by any ban on social media for under-16s.
Wage growth slows as number of people employed falls
Official figures show that the pace of private sector wage growth slowed to the lowest rate in five years.
IMF warns of trade tension risk to global growth
Trade tensions and a reversal in the AI boom are among the main risks to global economic growth, the IMF says.
The one measure that can tell us a lot about the state of the UK economy
Consumer confidence levels are rebounding for some in the UK, but older generations look to be immune.
Trump's proposed credit card cap spotlights Americans' debt. Would it help?
President Trump's proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10% - an idea with bipartisan support - received swift backlash from bank executives.
UK economy grew by 0.3% in November, beating forecasts
The economy was boosted by a rebound in car production and from the services sector.
What is GDP and how fast is the UK economy growing?
The rate of economic growth affects things like pay increases and the amount of tax raised.
Reeves doesn't rule out wider business rates support across hospitality
Chancellor says support for pubs is on its way and leaves the door open for further tweaks to business rates changes
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