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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...
Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has been making waves recently by amassing a staggering $277 billion in cash while significantly reducing the company's stake...
Economic Resurgence at Rolls-Royce: A Triumph in Turnaround and Employee Empowerment
Rolls-Royce has announced a remarkable gesture of appreciation for its employees by gifting each of them shares worth over £700. This comes in the wake of a substantial business recovery that has...
The Economics Behind Morrisons' Freezer Temperature Boost
You’re walking through the frozen food aisle at your local Morrisons, and unbeknownst to you, a quiet revolution is taking place inside those freezers. Morrisons has decided to raise the...
Caffeine Inflation: The Soaring Costs of Your Daily Brew
If you've been wondering why your morning coffee fix is costing you more than it used to, you're not alone. New data shows that the price of a cup of coffee has increased by as much as 57% over the...
Economic Winds Shift: Bank of England Cuts Interest Rates for First Time Since March 2020
The decision by the Bank of England (BoE) to cut base interest rates to 5% marks a turning point in the UK's economic landscape. This is the first reduction since the early days of the Covid-19...
Recent speculation about changes to inheritance tax (IHT) in the UK has sparked a significant debate on how best to balance revenue generation with fairness. Inheritance tax in the UK is charged at...
Greggs, the beloved and fast-growing UK bakery chain, has recently made headlines by increasing prices on select items, such as sausage rolls and cheese sandwiches. This move, though seemingly...
The UK government’s recent decision to levy a 20% VAT charge on private schools starting January 2025 has stirred a whirlwind of debate. This policy, anticipated to generate an extra £1.5 billion...
Economic Jigsaw: Ethiopia Floats the Birr
The choice of exchange rate system (regime) can be a crucial one for emerging and developing countries. Ethiopia's central bank has made a bold move by floating the birr, the national currency,...