Minister denies Budget leaks have damaged economy
A former Bank of England chief economist says Budget speculation has “caused paralysis for businesses and consumers”. Read More
EV grant scheme boost worth £1.3bn expected in Budget
But it is also possible electric vehicle owners could face a new tax elsewhere in Wednesday’s Budget. Read More
Japan’s high-stakes gamble to turn island of flowers into global chip hub
The country once led the world in semiconductors and electronics, but over the years it fell behind Taiwan, South Korea and China. Read More
G20 summit boycotted by US closes in South Africa
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says there is a “renewed commitment to multilateral co-operation”. Read More
Daily Mail publisher agrees to buy Daily Telegraph for £500m
The publisher of the Daily Mail says it is in talks to buy the Daily and Sunday Telegraph for £500m. Read More
Fraud victims ‘are being failed’ by justice system
Only a fraction of fraud reports result in a prosecution, new analysis suggests. Read More
Households face unexpected rise in energy prices in new year
Regulator Ofgem says a change in the price cap in January means a 0.2% increase in gas and electricity prices. Read More
What taxes apply to electric vehicles and how could the Budget change that?
All new cars must be electric or hybrid from 2030, but the government could put new taxes on them. Read More
Government borrowing for October higher than expected
Borrowing was more than £2bn higher than expected in October, latest official figures show. Read More
The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis
Why – in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch – are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time? Read More