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Fed Officials Clash Over Transparency as Rate Hike Debate Continues
Two Federal Reserve officials push for greater openness even as potential Fed chief Kevin Warsh argues the central bank should communicate less.
U.S. Economy Grew 3.4% in Third Quarter, Fastest in a Year
GDP expanded at a 3.4% annual rate in Q3, driven by strong consumer spending, even as many voters rate the economy poorly.
Trump Faces Familiar Economic Headwinds Ahead of Midterms
As midterm elections approach, Donald Trump confronts an economic challenge that echoes the struggles of his predecessor Joe Biden.
UK Chancellor Scraps Tariffs on Food Staples Ahead of Budget
Rachel Reeves plans to eliminate import tariffs on select grocery items, aiming to ease cost-of-living pressure on British households before the Budget.
Fed Expected to Hold Rates Steady at October Meeting
The Federal Reserve is widely anticipated to leave its benchmark overnight rate unchanged following its October policy meeting.
UK Treasury Calculates Size of Missed North Sea Oil Wealth Fund
Britain's Treasury has for the first time estimated how large a sovereign wealth fund could have grown had North Sea oil revenues been saved and invested.
US Economy Under Trump: Inflation, Jobs and Growth Examined
BBC Verify breaks down the real state of the US economy under President Trump, examining inflation, employment and growth data.
Advanced Vehicle Tech Pushes Auto Repair Costs Higher for Drivers
High-tech safety systems in modern vehicles are raising repair bills at shops and for consumers alike.