Budget & Spending

UK Faces Record Borrowing Levels as Reeves Prepares First Budget
Economic & Fiscal UK Faces Record Borrowing Levels as Reeves Prepares First Budget

The recent surge in government borrowing marks a pivotal moment for Chancellor Rachel Reeves as she gears up to present her inaugural Budget on October 30, 2024. Official statistics reveal that borrowing soared to £13.7 billion in August, surpassing the previous year's figure by £3.3 billion. This

Can Saskatchewan Balance Its Budget Without Increasing Debt?
Economic & Fiscal Can Saskatchewan Balance Its Budget Without Increasing Debt?

Saskatchewan's fiscal policies and election promises have become a focal point of intense debate, especially between the New Democratic Party (NDP) and the incumbent government. The issues at hand are complex, involving a delicate balance of tax cuts, government spending, and budget deficits. Each

FTC Budget Cuts Spark Debate Amid Pessimistic Consumer Sentiment
Economic & Fiscal FTC Budget Cuts Spark Debate Amid Pessimistic Consumer Sentiment

As Congress races to avert a government shutdown by the end of September, the spotlight has turned to proposed funding cuts to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), sparking concern among consumer advocates and organizations. With House Republicans pushing for a 27% reduction in the FTC's budget amid

Israel to Reallocate Funds and Close Ministries for War Effort Budget
Economic & Fiscal Israel to Reallocate Funds and Close Ministries for War Effort Budget

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's administration is spearheading a significant shift in Israeli government policy by moving to reallocate funds to support ongoing war efforts. According to Israeli Channel 7, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has proposed an initiative to close five government

What Tax Changes Can We Expect from the Upcoming Autumn Budget?
Economic & Fiscal What Tax Changes Can We Expect from the Upcoming Autumn Budget?

As anticipation builds for the upcoming Autumn Budget, Rachel Reeves, the new Labour Chancellor, is set to unveil potential fiscal changes on Wednesday, 30 October 2024. Tax experts at the Cheltenham-based accounting firm Bishop Fleming have offered their insights and predictions, focusing on

Is Scaled-Back Federal Spending Key to Curbing Inflation?
Economic & Fiscal Is Scaled-Back Federal Spending Key to Curbing Inflation?

In the aftermath of the pandemic, the U.S. government unleashed an unprecedented wave of spending aimed at stabilizing a reeling economy. But the tides are changing, and economists are sounding the alarm: continued government outlays may be fueling an inflationary spiral. Recent data signals that

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