Latest in News updates from October 24: Rachel Reeves confirms change to UK fiscal rules to help fund £20bn investment; US stocks close higher lifted by Tesla rally
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Debt rule to change to fund major projects
Government claims the move contrasts with former PM Liz Truss's controversial mini-Budget.6 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Reeves looking at sweeping inheritance tax changes in Budget
UK chancellor considers extending ‘seven year rule’ on gift giving to 10 years among other reforms6 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Beard taxes and other lessons for Rachel Reeves
The chancellor could find new ways to raise money — or she could just broaden the tax baseOctober 18 -
World - Financial Times
Pension funds warn being forced to invest in UK would be ‘huge mistake’
Industry fears having to buy lower-quality assets at unattractive prices after minister says ‘considering all options’October 18 - United Kingdom -
Business - MarketWatch
These tips for investing in mutual funds and ETFs give your portfolio a lift
Winning managers share stock-market secrets and Big Tech powers the utilities sector.October 17 -
World - Financial Times
Liz Kendall expected to retain £1.3bn cut to UK sickness benefits in Budget
Move by work and pensions secretary likely to cause concern among disability rights activistsOctober 17 - United Kingdom -
World - Financial Times
Labour’s unambitious reset with the EU
The UK government has constrained itself too much within its red linesOctober 17 -
World - Financial Times
Cheaper alternative to northern leg of HS2 under consideration
Feasibility study to be launched for a Birmingham to Manchester rail route that could be part-funded by private financeOctober 17 -
World - Financial Times
Gold: ‘the ultimate perceived safe haven asset’?
BofA gets the goldbugOctober 17 -
World - Financial Times
How the UK can improve its ‘offer’ to the world
Eli Lilly’s chief says the country must do more to attract business, yet budgets are tightOctober 17 - United Kingdom -
Top stories - CBS News
New calls for Congress to return from recess for hurricane relief funding
There is a new wave of calls for Congress to come back from recess and approve a new round of hurricane relief funding with the Small Business Administration out of money for new disaster relief ...October 17 -
Business - CNBC
UK regulator warns of big fines, service suspensions for tech giants ahead of new safety rules
Technology giants could face "significant" fines if they don't comply with the U.K.'s internet safety regulations, the British media regulator Ofcom warned Thursday.October 17 - United Kingdom -
World - Financial Times
The Musk-led group driving millions to Trump’s White House bid
Also in today’s newsletter, shamelessness in American politics and Kamala Harris’s appearance on Fox NewsOctober 17 - Donald Trump -
Top stories - BBC News
Social media faces big changes under new Ofcom rules
Ofcom warns social media companies could face fines if they don’t comply with the new Online Safety BillOctober 17 -
World - The Guardian
Harris faces Fox News grilling as Trump stands by false claims about immigrants eating pet – US elections live
Vice-president’s interview with rightwing channel airs just hours after her Pennsylvania rally with senior Republicans. Don’t miss important election coverage. Get our free app and sign up for ...October 16 - Donald Trump -
Business - CNBC
We're bending our investment rules and starting positions in 2 of our Bullpen stocks
Financial and cybersecurity companies are getting the call up.October 16 -
World - The Guardian
Thomas Tuchel discusses anthem and pressure at England unveiling – live
‘Huge privilege’: Tuchel succeeds Southgate as manager Barney Ronay on the news | And feel free to email Tom Confirmed details: . Tuchel will be assisted by English coach Anthony Barry, ...October 16 -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: Musk backs Trump election bid with $75mn donation
Also in today’s newsletter, luxury shares fall after poor LVMH results and Boeing raises new capitalOctober 16 - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
UK inflation falls below 2% for first time since 2021 in boost to Rachel Reeves
Surprise annual drop to 1.7% in September raises chance of interest rate cuts, increasing budget leeway. UK inflation surprise opens up wriggle room for lower rates and less painful budget ...October 16 - United Kingdom -
World - Financial Times
How big is ‘big enough’ for China’s stimulus?
Some estimates and theoriesOctober 16 - China -
World - Financial Times
EU markets watchdog pushes for extra cyber defences in new crypto rules
Esma asks for amendment to tighten regulation with demand for external audits of defences against hackersOctober 16 - European Union -
Business - MarketWatch
Charles Schwab is profiting from customers who want professional help with investing
The brokerage said it is seeing increased inflows into its wealth-management offerings.October 15 -
Business - Financial Times
Reeves aims to close £40bn funding gap as she plans tax rises in Budget
Figure is significantly more than the £22bn fiscal hole the government previously identifiedOctober 15 -
World - Financial Times
Rachel Reeves should not appease bond market vigilantes
In preparing her inaugural Budget, she would do well to ignore advice from market sagesOctober 15 -
Business - Financial Times
The Budget Game: Can you do better than Rachel Reeves?
Step into the chancellor’s shoes and devise your fiscal planOctober 15 -
Business - Financial Times
Reeves cuts National Wealth Fund budget despite UK investment drive
Chancellor’s decision comes as government seeks to work with private sector to decarbonise economyOctober 14 - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
Rachel Reeves gives closing speech at UK investment summit – business live
Chancellor says £60bn of investment has been announced at summit, showing confidence in UK economy. Keir Starmer will promise to slash red tape as he hosts investment summit Who will attend ...October 14 - United Kingdom -
Business - Financial Times
Chinese stocks gain after Beijing lays out fiscal plans
Government plans to increase spending to boost world’s second-largest economyOctober 14 - China -
World - The Guardian
Elon Musk was not barred from UK investment summit, says cabinet minister
SpaceX owner would be invited in future if he had investment streams the UK could bid for, says Peter Kyle. Elon Musk would be welcome at future UK investment summits if and when he had investment ...October 14 - United Kingdom -
Business - Financial Times
Biggest US public pension fund Calpers invests in UK’s Octopus Energy
California retirement fund among investors drawn to power company for its software and green focusOctober 14