Economists expect the UK's annual inflation rate for August to rise, according to a Guardian live blog, ahead of a day of major economic releases including US retail sales and a Federal Reserve decision.
The Manchester United co-owner and Ineos founder, who has lived in Monaco since 2020, blamed Britain's decline on high taxation and immigration policy.
The billionaire chemicals magnate and Manchester United co-owner told the BBC he believes Britain is "on the slide" and urged greater investment in North Sea oil and gas.
Official data shows a 0.5% monthly increase in sales volumes, defying forecasts of a decline, as heatwave-driven demand for sports gear and cooling equipment boosted spending ahead of the autumn budget
An index from the Institute for Public Policy Research finds young jobseekers in deprived British towns face far fewer vacancies than those in affluent areas, according to a Guardian editorial.
The Bank of England kept interest rates unchanged but warned borrowing costs could rise if high energy prices persist, according to BBC News.
UK retailer credits an "unexpected" summer sales lift for its fourth profit upgrade this year, while warning prices could rise in autumn.
Rising fish prices, labour costs and shifting consumer habits are pushing some of Britain's traditional chippies to the brink, according to a report by The Guardian
Central bank also unveils surprise plan to sell government bonds back to the Treasury, a move that could affect public finances ahead of next month's budget.
The central bank kept its key rate unchanged while announcing a reduction in the speed of its quantitative tightening programme, as new data revised UK productivity growth higher.
A reader responding to Neil Kinnock's earlier letter says Britain's economic troubles stem more from policy direction than absolute debt levels, and calls for focus on household spending power.
The central bank has proposed selling government bonds back to the Treasury and winding down its post-financial-crisis asset purchase scheme, as government borrowing costs eased and pressure grew over the program's cost.
As the chancellor prepares the autumn budget, a Guardian analysis argues that US President Donald Trump's policies are contributing to rising government borrowing costs and other economic pressures facing Britain.
BBC Business reports that increased fuel costs, driven by summer travel demand and Middle East-related oil supply disruptions, contributed to a rise in UK inflation.
Correspondence published by The Guardian shows divided views on whether Britain's pensions triple lock should be reformed, with some readers highlighting the relatively low value of the UK state pension compared with European averages.
Rising energy prices linked to the Iran war push inflation above 3%, prompting warnings ahead of next month's budget and a Bank of England rate decision.
Factory gate prices also climbed in August, driven by higher crude oil and petrol costs, according to figures cited in reporting on the UK economy.
Slowing pay growth triggers a smaller rise under the triple lock, but the pension is still expected to surpass £13,000 a year, reviving debate over its long-term cost.
A BBC report explains the mechanism designed to protect pensioners' incomes from inflation and wage growth.
Official figures cited by Anadolu Agency show the number of unemployed people in the UK rose by 83,000 compared with the previous year.
Continued job cuts by British companies coincide with slowing pay growth, a figure that could trigger a 3.9% rise in the state pension next year, according to reporting by The Guardian.
Slower wage growth feeds into the triple-lock formula, pushing the state pension past the income tax threshold, while new labour market data shows continued weakness in payroll employment.
Official figures show wage growth easing as the Bank of England weighs its next move amid a fresh cost-of-living squeeze
Official data shows earnings growth easing amid a cost-of-living squeeze linked to the Iran war, complicating the Bank of England's coming interest rate decision.
Analysis of Companies House filings finds median cash buffer of £42,000 among independent producers, with 40% at risk of running out of cash within two years
A Scottish farmer says he is losing sleep over potential government plans to cap food prices, warning that added costs could be passed down the supply chain to producers.
Unleaded petrol has risen to 163p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.
Hedge fund manager Chris Rokos, ranked as the UK's third-largest individual taxpayer, is reportedly planning to open an office in Athens.
BBC economics editor Faisal Islam writes that the government's efforts to maintain business and public confidence could limit the scope for future tax increases.
Government figures point to economic optimism ahead of the Budget, even as borrowing costs are described as reaching a historic high.
Oil nears $100 per barrel following Houthi attacks on Saudi energy facilities, while UK gas prices hit highest levels since January 2023.
In a letter to The Guardian, Professor Costas Milas argues that the current rise in UK bond yields presents a complex challenge for the Bank of England ahead of its September interest rate decision.
The Treasury paid 5.82% interest on a £4bn bond sale, the steepest rate in over 25 years, threatening to erode the chancellor's budget headroom.