UK economy shrank unexpectedly by 0.1% in October

The impact of the JLR cyber-attack continued to affect output, while analysts say spending was hit by Budget uncertainty.

What is GDP and how fast is the UK's economy growing?

The strength of the UK economy helps determine how much tax the government collects to pay for services.

Inquiry into role of Budget watchdog launched by MPs

It comes after intense scrutiny of the Office for Budget Responsibility in the run-up to the Budget.

Trump vows to make US affordable again, as Americans feel the pinch

The president says he is focused on "making America affordable again", as cost of living becomes a campaign issue.

Budget could knock half a percentage point off inflation, Bank chief says

Bank of England deputy governor Clare Lombardelli said inflation would be brought down by measures cutting energy prices and freezing rail fares.

Trump hits the road to sell economic message and counter cost of living concerns

The US president is in Pennsylvania to address the key issue of affordability.

Rayner urges MPs not to 'blink or buckle' on employment rights

The government U-turned on protection against dismissal from day one last month in a bid to pass the bill.

Reeves will not face ethics probe over pre-Budget remarks

The chancellor has been accused of painting an overly-negative picture of the economy to justify tax rises.

Construction sector shrinks at fastest pace since pandemic, survey suggests

Some analysts said the score was a mere fluctuation in the run-up to the Budget.

Investigation into pre-Budget leaks is under way, MPs told

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has given her "full support" to a review of security processes around the lead-up to the Budget.

People admit to 'secret spending' without telling partners

People were spending without telling their partners on beauty products, gambling, and cryptocurrencies.

Reeves speech did not mislead on challenges facing UK ahead of Budget, says OBR official

Prof David Miles tells MPs the messaging given by the chancellor was "not inconsistent" with the situation she faced.

What is the OBR and why has its boss resigned?

The OBR's analysis of the impact of the 2025 Budget was published in error before the Budget itself.

Bank of England warns of AI bubble risk

The central bank says US stock price valuations are their most stretched since the dotcom bubble burst.

Tax rises and tighter spending to hold back UK growth, OECD says

Growth in the UK economy is expected to slow next year, an influential global policy group predicts.

Tories urge financial regulator to investigate Reeves and Treasury over Budget build-up

Shadow chancellor Mel Stride calls for the financial regulator to investigate "possible market abuse" over briefings in the run-up to the Budget.

Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?

Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.

Business owners give mixed reaction to the Budget

Some people say the budget should have “done more” for small businesses.

Households face 'dismal' rise in spending power, says IFS

Average disposable income is set to grow by "only" 0.5% annually over the next five years, the think tank says.

How do Surrey businesses feel about the Budget?

Businesses in Surrey give mixed reactions to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget.

Simon Jack: Businesses left asking - what happened to growth?

Significant pro-business measures were thin on the ground in this year's Budget.

'I earn £20,000 and live with my son. The Budget means we will pay more tax'

BBC News hears from people with a range of incomes about what they think of the Budget.

When will the cash Isa saving limits change?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced changes to cash Isa rules, but what are they and how do they work?

'I didn't expect that' - minimum wage chat leaves some shocked

The BBC's Tyler Edwards asks under 25s in Cardiff if they think the minimum wage increase is enough.