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UK Energy Prices Rise 6.4%, Exacerbating Fuel Poverty

A 6.4% rise in UK energy prices from April will add £111 yearly to 26 million households' bills, pushing many into fuel poverty, as reported by Citizens Advice who saw a 35% increase in energy debt support requests and over 5,000 applications for the Household Support Fund in 2025.

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U.S. Household Finances Reverse Pandemic Gains Amidst Economic Instability

U.S. household finances, boosted by pandemic stimulus, have sharply declined since 2021, with credit card debt exceeding \$1 trillion, financial well-being scores falling to 49 in 2024 from a peak of 55 in 2020, and a majority of Americans expressing discomfort with their emergency savings.

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Trump's Tariffs Exacerbate US Inflation, Threatening Economic Stability

Rising inflation in the US, driven by increased egg and fuel prices, is worsened by President Trump's tariff policies which are causing decreased consumer confidence and impacting consumer spending; further tariffs are planned that could exacerbate the problem.

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Wall Street Braces for Crucial Week of Data and Earnings

The final week of February 2025 on Wall Street features numerous corporate earnings reports (Nvidia, Home Depot, etc.) and key economic data releases (consumer confidence, inflation, GDP), which will shape market direction and investor sentiment.

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High-Yield CDs Outperform Savings Accounts in 2026

A $5,000 CD can earn $162.25 (9 months at 4.35% APY), $220.00 (12 months at 4.40% APY), or $315.22 (18 months at 4.16% APY) by 2026, significantly outperforming a savings account with returns of $15.37, $20.50, and $30.78 respectively for the same durations. Early withdrawal penalties apply.

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US Stocks Plunge on Fears of Trump Policies Impacting Economy

US stocks plummeted on Friday, with the S&P 500 falling 1.7%—its worst day in two months—after reports revealed that consumer and business anxieties over President Trump's policies are negatively affecting the US economy; this followed several weaker-than-expected reports on the economy, including o...

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Gold Nears \$3,000 as Investors Seek Stability Amid Inflation and Uncertainty

Gold prices are nearing \$3,000 per ounce in early 2025 due to inflation (U.S. CPI rose 0.5% in January), economic uncertainty from new policy proposals, and investor demand shifting from traditional assets; this signals a move toward gold for wealth preservation.

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Trump Tariffs Could Hike Car Insurance Premiums by 8%

Insurify projects that a 25% tariff on Canadian and Mexican auto imports could raise average annual full-coverage car insurance premiums by 8% to \$2,502 by 2025, adding to existing inflation-driven increases, primarily due to higher claim payouts from more expensive car parts.

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Gold Prices Soar Past $2,950 Amidst Geopolitical Uncertainty and High US Debt

Gold prices have risen to over $2,950 per ounce, exceeding expert predictions due to investor demand amid geopolitical tensions, inflation, and high US debt; continued upward price movement is expected in 2025, although volatility remains.

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UK Hospitality to Cut Staff and Investment Due to Tax Changes

Facing increased employer NICs (to 15%), a higher national minimum wage (£12.21), and reduced rate relief, 70% of UK hospitality businesses plan staff cuts, 60% will cancel investments, and 15% may close sites, according to a survey of over 8,000 sites.

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Record Low Housing Listings Fuel Spanish Market Boom

The Spanish housing market in 2024 experienced a surge in sales despite a record low in available homes, primarily due to high demand and limited new construction, with Idealista reporting a 15% drop in listings in the last quarter, compared to a year prior.

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Bidenflation" Misdiagnosis: Lockdowns, Not Spending, Caused 2021-2022 Price Increases

The article refutes the notion of "Bidenflation" in 2021-2022, attributing price increases to global supply chain disruptions caused by COVID-19 lockdowns, not government spending; it criticizes the Fed's interest rate hikes as ineffective and advocates for free trade and restoring global production...

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