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Canada Imposes 100% Tariff on Chinese Electric Vehicles Amid Growing Trade Tensions
Canada has announced a significant escalation in its trade measures against China, aligning with the United States and the European Union in imposing tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs)...
The FT reports that Ikea is launching a secondhand marketplace to compete with eBay to help complement their ambitions to become a circular business.
Single-Use Cup Charge: Can Scotland’s Latte Levy Promote Environmental Responsibility?
In an effort to reduce waste and encourage environmentally responsible behaviour, the Scottish Government is proposing a 25p charge on single-use cups. This initiative echoes similar successful...
Will Vodafone and Three’s Tie-Up Hurt Consumers?
The proposed £15 billion merger between Vodafone and Three UK has sparked a heated debate among economists, policymakers, and the public. The union of these two telecom giants would create the UK’s...
Asda, once a titan of the UK grocery market, finds itself in troubled waters as its market share falls to a historic low. The supermarket chain, which is part of the traditional "big four"...
The UK hospitality sector, long beleaguered by the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing economic challenges, is witnessing a resurgence, driven by a new trend: competitive socialising....
Norway's Krone Crisis: Should It Be Pegged to the Euro?
Norway, a country known for its robust economy and stunning natural landscapes, is facing an economic conundrum that has sent ripples through its financial markets. The krone, Norway's currency,...
The United States has taken a significant step in addressing one of its most pressing economic issues: the high cost of prescription drugs. In a landmark move, President Joe Biden’s administration,...
Powering Progress: How Scotland’s Renewable Energy Links Boost Economic Growth and Energy Security
Improving the links between Scotland and England's electricity generating capacity, specifically renewable energy, will enhance the economy's energy security. It is a boost to the nation's...
Edexcel Economics 2024 Grade Boundaries
Here are the 2024 grade boundaries for Edexcel Econ (A) compared with 2023 and 2023 and the notional / illustrative grade boundaries by paper (raw marks = unscaled). These are purely illustrative,...
AQA Economics 2024 Grade Boundaries
Here are the AQA Economics 2024 grade boundaries (in total + by paper)
Is there no end to the surge in insurance costs for millions of households in the UK? Between May and June, the average home insurance policy in the UK hit a record high of £396, marking a 19%...
Starbucks Stirs the Pot with New CEO Amid Activist Investor Pressure
In a surprising turn of events, Starbucks has appointed Brian Niccol, the former CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill, as its new chief executive officer. This move comes as the coffee behemoth grapples...
In a world where economic inequality is increasingly under the microscope, the latest figures on FTSE 100 CEO pay have reignited debates over executive compensation. New data from the High Pay...
The Drax Power Station in North Yorkshire is currently at the centre of a heated debate over the true environmental and economic costs of biomass energy. As Britain's single largest carbon emitter...
Financial Economics - The Unwinding of the Yen Carry Trade: A Global Market Wake-Up Call
Financial markets can be unpredictable, and their volatility often reflects a combination of visible events, like economic slowdowns or geopolitical conflicts, and more obscure financial...
In a blend of innovation and tradition, the Royal Mint, renowned for producing the UK's coins for over a millennium, has embarked on a groundbreaking venture: extracting gold from electronic waste...
The UK's pension landscape is on the brink of a significant transformation with the proposed introduction of a traffic-light rating system for workplace pension schemes. This innovative approach...
In an unprecedented move, water companies Thames Water, Yorkshire Water, and Northumbrian Water face hefty fines totalling £168 million for their role in numerous sewage spills across England. The...
In a landmark ruling, a US federal judge has declared that Google violated antitrust laws, marking a significant moment in the ongoing scrutiny of Big Tech companies. Judge Amit Mehta found that...