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UK Interest Rates Cut Amid Stagnation and Inflationary Risks

The Bank of England unexpectedly cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points today, citing economic stagnation, rising inflation driven by energy prices, and uncertainty about President Trump's trade policies; the UK economy is forecast to grow by only 0.75% this year, with unemployment rising to n...

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AstraZeneca Profits Soar Despite UK Investment Cancellation and China Crisis

AstraZeneca's 2024 annual profits jumped 38% to $8.7bn due to strong sales of cancer, lung, and immunology treatments; however, the company cancelled a \£450m UK investment after disagreements over state support, and faces a crisis in China with detained executives and potential fines.

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Bank of England to Cut Interest Rates to 4.5%

The Bank of England is expected to cut interest rates from 4.75% to 4.5% later today, aiming to boost the UK economy, which has been showing slow growth; this will directly benefit around 629,000 mortgage holders.

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UK Economic Outlook Worsens Amid Fiscal Constraints and Inflation

The UK faces a deteriorating economic outlook, with £10 billion in fiscal space lost to low growth, high inflation, and interest rates, leading to potential emergency budget discussions and impacting the Bank of England's policy decisions.

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Bank of England to Cut Interest Rates Amidst Stagnant Economy

The Bank of England is expected to cut interest rates by 0.25% to 4.50% on Thursday, despite inflation being at 2.5%, due to a stagnating economy and declining employment; the decision is based on forecasts predicting inflation will trend toward the 2% target.

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Bank of England to Cut Interest Rate Amid Weakening Economy

The Bank of England will likely cut its key interest rate to 4.5 percent on Thursday to counter slowing economic growth and rising wages, despite inflation being in line with projections; however, this action risks reigniting inflation.

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Bank of England to Cut Rates, Downgrade Growth Forecast

The Bank of England is expected to cut interest rates to 4.5% on Thursday and lower its 2025 GDP growth forecast to around 1%, impacting Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget plans and potentially leading to spending cuts.

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GSK CEO urges UK government to boost support for pharma industry

GSK's CEO Emma Walmsley says the UK government must increase support for its pharmaceutical industry to prevent it being overtaken by foreign rivals, following AstraZeneca's cancellation of a £450 million vaccine factory near Liverpool due to insufficient state support.

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Businesses Warn Against Further Tax Rises Amid Economic Downturn Fears

Following the October budget's £25 billion employer national insurance rise, businesses warn against further tax increases amid economic downturn fears, with economists predicting a public finance black hole.

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Bank of England Cuts Interest Rates to 4.5%, Impacting Mortgages and Savings

The Bank of England cut interest rates to 4.5% on Thursday, impacting mortgage holders differently: those with tracker mortgages will see immediate reductions, while variable-rate holders' changes depend on their lender. New fixed-rate mortgages may also see some reductions in the coming weeks, whil...

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TfW Train Fares to Rise by up to 6%

Transport for Wales (TfW) train ticket fares in Wales will increase by up to 6% from March 2nd, affecting off-peak, day-return, single, and seven-day season tickets, in a move to reduce taxpayer subsidies and increase revenue, while acknowledging that such rises are unwelcome for passengers.

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Trump's Tariffs: Global Market Volatility and UK's Potential Gain

President Trump announced new tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, causing market volatility; a 30-day pause was granted to Mexico and Canada after agreements to combat opioid smuggling. The UK, with its balanced trade with the US, might benefit from this global trade disruption.

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