Rachel Foster, Economics Editor

Rachel Foster is an economics editor with 16 years of experience covering fiscal policy, central banking, and macroeconomic trends. She holds a Master's in Economics from the University of Edinburgh and previously served as economics correspondent for The Telegraph. Her in-depth analysis of budget policies and economic indicators is trusted by readers and policymakers alike.
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UK Retail Footfall Declines Sharply as February Weather Deters Shoppers

February 2026 proved to be a challenging month for retailers in the…

Global Markets React to Escalating Tensions in the Middle East as Oil Prices Surge

** A renewed sell-off in global stock markets transpired on Thursday, driven…

US Treasury Signals Possible Increase in Global Tariffs Amid Policy Confusion

The US Treasury Department is poised to implement a new global tariff…

Middle East Conflict Triggers Market Turmoil and Rising Energy Prices

Global financial markets are reeling as the ongoing conflict in the Middle…

53,000 Households on Disability Benefits to Benefit from Expanded Water Bill Support

** In a significant move aimed at alleviating financial burdens for low-income…

UK Economic Outlook Dims Amid Rising Tensions in Iran Conflict

** The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) has issued a stark warning…

Chancellor Reeves Defends Economic Strategy Despite Downgraded Growth Projections

In a recently delivered Spring Statement, Chancellor Rachel Reeves asserted that her…

Chancellor Reeves Defends Economic Strategy Despite Downward Revision of Growth Forecasts

In a recent Spring Statement, Chancellor Rachel Reeves asserted that her economic…

UK Unemployment Projections Rise Amid Stagnant Growth and Youth Job Crisis

In a sobering update, the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) has revised…

Escalating Middle East Tensions Pose Major Risks to UK Economic Stability

** The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is set to have…

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