Effect of U.S. Tariffs on British Companies ‘Milder Than Feared,’ Central Bank Says

Britain’s economy is driven by domestic factors more than global ones right now, the governor of the Bank of England said on Thursday, when the central bank cut interest rates.

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Despite Pressure From Trump, Powell Still Patient on Rate Cuts

The Federal Reserve chair said that the central bank would make decisions on interest rates based on data.

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U.S. Trade Deal Could Lift UK Economy, but Won’t Transform It

The deal could help some sectors and boost confidence among consumers and businesses, but the British economy faces other challenges.

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Mark Carney Has to Deliver on Trump and the Economy After Canada Election Win

The Canadian prime minister achieved a stunning political upset, running on an anti-Trump platform and promising to revive the economy. Now, he needs to deliver.

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Bond Market Sell-Off Prompts Bank of England to Make Unusual Move

Britain’s central bank altered a planned bond sale, citing “recent market volatility.”

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U.K. Boosts Military Spending and Cuts Welfare in ‘Uncertain World’

The changes come as President Trump’s tariff threats have disrupted global trade and added pressure to the British government’s already strained budget.

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Bank of England Cautious Amid Economic Uncertainty and Rising Bills

Policymakers held interest rates at 4.5 percent on Thursday as they warned of rising economic uncertainty. Households are also bracing for higher utility costs starting next month.

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Can Mark Carney, Canada’s New Leader, Take on Trump and His Tariffs?

Mark Carney will most likely be in power just a few weeks before a federal election is held. To win, he will try to convince Canadians he can take on, but also negotiate with, Trump.

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Will Canadians Warm Up to Mark Carney, the Liberal Party Front-Runner Eyeing Trudeau’s Job?

Mark Carney has pitched himself as the fix-it man who can set Canada back on track. As he seeks to lead the Liberal Party, the country’s biggest challenge may be President Trump.

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Britain’s Economy Squeezes Out 0.1% Growth

The unexpected increase eases pressure on the government, which has been trying to spur investment and development.

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