FirstFT: What to expect in Reeves’ first UK Budget today

In U.K. Budget, Labour’s First Big Political Moment Offers Risk and Reward

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government has stumbled since his party won a landslide victory, but the financial plan to be announced on Wednesday offers a possible relaunch.

World - The New York Times - Yesterday

Pound falls as UK inflation declines more than expected to 1.7%

First reading below Bank of England’s target in 3 years opens door to more rate cuts this year

Business - Financial Times - October 16

UK inflation fading faster than expected, says BoE governor

But Andrew Bailey wants to see a further decline in services price growth

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

UK economy set to grow faster than expected this year

The government's official forecaster raises its prediction for UK growth in 2024 and 2025.

Nintendo's First Official Switch Joy-Con Charging Stand Launches Today (Cappy Not Included)

Official Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Two-Way Charging Stand ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 17

What college football games are on today: Week 8 Saturday NCAA top 25 schedule, TV channels, how to watch

Today's college football action features matchups with 18 of the nation's top 25 teams. Find out how to watch every game here.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 19

What to do when your CD matures in today's rate climate, according to experts

There are a few moves you may want to make when your CD hits maturity, experts say. Here's what to know.

Traders expect calm response to U.K. budget after event caused turmoil two years ago

The bar is set very high for calamitous British budgets

Business - MarketWatch - 5 hours ago

Georgia officials expecting 'record-breaker' for first day of early voting

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger (R) said he expects a "record-breaker" for early voting, which opened Tuesday in the Peach State, even in the wake of devastation from Hurricane Helene ...

Politics - The Hill - October 15

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