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Why is the UK lagging behind the G7—and miles behind China—when it comes to capital investment? In this video, we unpack the UK's persistent investment gap, with investment making up just 17.9% of...
Are UK households saving enough—or are we spending our way into trouble? In this short revision video, we dive into the Household Saving Ratio—a crucial economic indicator that tells us how much of...
In 2015, Octopus Energy was just another new name in the UK energy market. Fast forward to the end of 2024, and it’s overtaken British Gas with a 24% market share! How? Through smart tech,...
Why is the UK car industry stalling while the global market races ahead? In this video, we take a deep dive into one of the UK’s most important manufacturing sectors — an industry worth over £67...
Is the UK Losing Its Competitive Edge?
Is the UK falling behind in global competitiveness? In this video, we break down how international competitiveness is measured, where the UK ranks globally, and the key challenges holding back the...
Has Brexit Damaged the UK Economy? | A-Level & IB Economics
Nearly eight years since the 2016 Brexit Referendum, Geoff explores some of the economic effects and argues that, whilst there are some upsides to Brexit, overall it is linked to weaker...
The UK labour market is facing major challenges in 2025. With rising economic inactivity, skills shortages, youth unemployment, and AI disrupting jobs, how will businesses and workers adapt? In...
Why is UK Labour Productivity Falling Behind?
In this video, we’ll dive deep into one of the most critical economic indicators shaping the UK economy: labour productivity. We’ll explore what labour productivity means, why it’s essential for...
The UK economy is facing sluggish growth, and economists are asking: Why?
Why do interest rates impact currency value? And how do central banks influence exchange rates? Whether you're studying for your A-Level, IB, or GCSE Economics exams, this video will break down the...
UK Tax Burden at a 70-Year High | Edexcel Economics Update
In 2023/24, the UK government raised £1.1 trillion in tax revenue—equivalent to 40% of the UK's GDP, the highest level since the 1980s! But what does this mean for the UK economy? And how can you...
The Yield Curve: What It Tells Us About the Economy
What does the yield curve tell us about the economy? Why do economists and investors obsess over it? And most importantly, why should you care as an economics student preparing for exams in 2025?
With UK household debt surpassing £2 trillion, and unsecured debt averaging £14,300 per household, this is a growing concern for the economy in 2025. Rising mortgage costs, increasing reliance on...
Governments around the world borrow billions (sometimes trillions) to fund essential services, infrastructure, and economic growth. But when does debt become too much? Can a country really sustain...
How Do We Measure Unemployment? The Truth Behind the Data
How is unemployment really measured, and what do the numbers actually tell us? In this video we unpack the key ways unemployment is measured in the UK—and why the data isn’t always as clear-cut as...
Median vs Mean Income: What’s the Real Picture?
Why does the median income matter more than the mean? In this video we unpack the crucial differences between median and mean income—a must-know topic for Economics students!
Poverty & Inequality: The Economic Divide Explained
Why does poverty persist? How does inequality shape economies? In this video, Geoff Riley, Co-Founder of Tutor2u, breaks down the key economic concepts behind poverty and inequality—two of the...
Progressive vs. Regressive Taxes: Who Pays More?
Taxes play a crucial role in shaping the economy—but do they affect everyone equally? In this video, Geoff Riley, Co-Founder of tutor2u, breaks down progressive and regressive taxes in the UK,...
Currency Depreciation vs. Devaluation Explained
In this Tutor2u Economics video, Geoff Riley unpacks the crucial distinction between currency depreciation and currency devaluation—two key concepts that shape global trade, investment, and...
Free Trade Areas vs. Customs Unions: What’s the Difference?
In this video, Geoff Riley breaks down one of the most important trade concepts in international economics: Free Trade Areas (FTAs) vs. Customs Unions
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