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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Prioritising Affordable Energy: Conservatives Shift Focus from Net Zero Targets

In a significant pivot for the Conservative Party, shadow energy secretary Claire…

UK Employment Trends Suggest Rate Hikes Unnecessary Amid Economic Cooling

** The latest economic indicators reveal a cooling labour market in the…

Cooling Job Market Signals Stability for Bank of England’s Interest Rates

The latest analysis of the UK labour market suggests that there is…

Global Borrowing Costs Soar Amid Inflation Fears and Geopolitical Tensions

** Long-term borrowing rates across major economies have surged to unprecedented levels,…

FTSE 100 Gains Ground Amid Rising Oil Prices and Economic Uncertainty

The FTSE 100 index concluded the trading day on a positive note,…

FTSE 100 Gains Modestly as Oil Prices Surge Amid Geopolitical Tensions

The FTSE 100 index managed to secure a slight increase on Tuesday,…

FTSE 100 Edges Up as Oil Prices Surge Amid Geopolitical Tensions

The FTSE 100 index experienced a modest increase on Tuesday, closing up…

Cooling UK Job Market Raises Questions on Interest Rate Hikes

Recent economic insights suggest that the UK’s job market is showing signs…

Global Borrowing Costs Surge to Highest Levels Since 2008 Amid Geopolitical Tensions

In a significant economic development, government borrowing costs across several major economies…

UK Job Vacancies Plummet to Lowest Level in Five Years Amid Economic Strain

Recent data indicates that job vacancies in the UK have reached their…

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