Hedge Fund Proposes £1bn Buyout of Spire Healthcare
Spire Healthcare shares surge nearly 50% after Toscafund, led by Martin Hughes, proposes a £1bn buyout at 250p per share, with board backing.
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UK Economy Grows 0.3% in March, Reeves Cites Stability
UK GDP grew 0.3% in March, surprising economists. Chancellor Rachel Reeves says now is not the time to risk stability, as Labour leadership contest intensifies.
UK Accounting Revenue Hits Record £4.3bn in March
UK accounting sector revenue hit a record £4.3bn in March, up nearly 10% from February. Experts warn Iran conflict may lead to short-lived gains and a summer of slow growth.
Eurovision Economics: Rising Costs Drive Withdrawals
Eurovision 2026 sees high-profile withdrawals driven not just by politics but also by rising costs and uncertain returns for broadcasters, as analyzed by economist Matthew Allen.
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UK Firms Spend Billions on AI But Gain Extra Admin Work
UK companies invest heavily in AI, yet employees lose nearly a day weekly on admin tasks AI was meant to eliminate, causing burnout and distrust.
Reeves Warns Labour MPs on Bond Market Risks
Chancellor Rachel Reeves warns Labour MPs that leadership battles risk plunging the country into chaos and affecting bond markets, as UK growth beats expectations.
UK Economy Surprises with 0.3% Growth in Iran War Month
The UK economy grew 0.3% in March despite the Iran war, beating expectations of a 0.2% contraction. Services led growth, but consumer spending on recreation fell.
Reeves: GDP Growth Shows Right Economic Plan
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says UK GDP growth of 0.3% in March and 0.6% in Q1 proves her economic strategy is working, warning against instability amid leadership challenges.
UK Economy Surprises with Growth in March Amid Iran War
UK GDP grew 0.3% in March, beating expectations, despite the Iran war. First-quarter growth hit 0.6%, driven by services. Energy costs and trade disruption pose risks ahead.
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UK firms eye relocation abroad for stable tax regimes
UK businesses are most likely among global peers to move operations abroad for predictable tax and regulatory environments, with 39% delaying investments due to policy uncertainty, according to Baker Tilly International.
Budget 2026: First Step to Future Prosperity
Jim Chalmers' 2026 budget takes overdue steps toward economic reform and environmental protection, but doesn't fix everything. It's a credible first payment to future generations.
Chalmers on Negative Gearing Reform in Budget
Treasurer Jim Chalmers explains why Labor didn't fully abolish negative gearing in the budget, saying reforms strike the right balance for Australia's future.
2026 Budget: Pauline's Australia with Aussie Woosers
The 2026 federal budget introduces 'Aussie woosers' instead of winners and losers, marking a shift to Pauline's vision of equality.
Why Was the NDIS Cut? Budget 2026 Q&A
Guardian Australia answers key questions about the 2026 federal budget, including NDIS cuts, property tax changes, and housing policies for younger Australians.
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IEA: Global Oil Inventories Falling at Record Pace
The IEA warns global oil stocks are declining at a record pace due to supply losses from the Iran war, with inventories falling by 129 million barrels in March and 117 million in April.
WA Gas Exports Risk Slowing Asia's Clean Energy Shift
Documents show WA gas risks slowing Asia's clean energy shift. WA emissions up 17% since 2005, while other states cut pollution. Albanese government faces climate target challenges.
Deloitte: Gen Z and Millennials delaying milestones
Deloitte survey reveals 40% of UK Gen Z and Millennials are putting off marriage, children, and career due to cost of living, living 'payslip to payslip'.
Budget 2026: Labor's Ambitious Politically Risky Changes
Matilda Boseley breaks down the key measures in Labor's 2026 budget, highlighting ambitious yet politically risky policy changes and their potential impact on Australians.
Letters: Shredding, Utilities, Voting, Bus Seats
Readers discuss the joy of shredding paperwork, nationalising utilities, voting rights for EU citizens, bus seat etiquette, and Shirley Porter's legacy.
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Australia 2026 Budget: Bold Tax Reform Targets Housing
Australia's 2026 federal budget introduces major tax reforms targeting housing inequity, including changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax, but may fall short for younger Australians.
Australia Budget 2026: Major Housing Tax Reforms Unveiled
Australia's 2026 federal budget introduces sweeping changes to negative gearing, capital gains tax, and trusts, aiming to improve housing affordability and intergenerational fairness.
2026 Budget: Major CGT Reform for Housing Affordability
Australia's 2026 federal budget introduces landmark capital gains tax and negative gearing reforms, aiming to improve housing affordability. However, cuts to the NDIS and lack of gas tax raise concerns.
2026 Australian Budget: Impact on Each Generation
Guardian Australia writers analyze the 2026 federal budget's overhaul of capital gains tax and negative gearing, assessing intergenerational fairness for Gen Z, millennials, gen X, and boomers.
US Inflation Jumps to 3.8% as Iran War Drives Up Prices
US inflation hit 3.8% in April, the highest since 2023, driven by energy costs from the Iran conflict. Gas prices rose 28.4%, and airfares surged 20.7%.
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Solar Flare to Hit Earth Tomorrow: Power Outages?
A major solar flare will brush past Earth tomorrow, potentially causing northern lights and minor blackouts. Experts say G1 storm likely, not severe.
Life After Starmer: What a New Labour PM Means for Your Finances
As Keir Starmer faces calls to resign, frontrunners Burnham, Rayner, and Streeting propose tax hikes and spending increases that could impact your money and the bond market.
Imperial Brands Warns Iran War May Impact Costs and Demand
Imperial Brands warns the Iran conflict may raise costs and dampen consumer demand, despite strong pricing and NGP growth in H1.
Beta Mums: Laid-Back Parenting Replaces Helicopter Style
The era of helicopter parenting may be ending as Beta Mums embrace a more relaxed, less competitive approach to raising children, influenced by AI and a shift away from knowledge-based economy anxiety.
Dry April Sparks Drought Fears in Southern England
One of the driest Aprils on record for central and southern England leaves river levels low, raising drought concerns for summer despite reservoir stability.
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BuzzFeed Sold to Byron Allen for $120m; CEO Steps Down
BuzzFeed has been sold to media entrepreneur Byron Allen for $120m. Allen will replace founder Jonah Peretti as CEO, with significant cost cuts expected.
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