China is experiencing mounting deflationary pressures, leading investors to anticipate increased economic stimulus measures as consumer and factory prices fail to meet expectations.

Investors have shown renewed enthusiasm in the US economy, injecting a record $95 billion into funds and boosting major firms like BlackRock and JPMorgan.

Keir Starmer has proposed increasing employers’ National Insurance contributions as a way to generate additional revenue, potentially raising billions for financial initiatives led by Rachel Reeves.

The MI5 chief has issued a warning about an increase in espionage activities allegedly linked to the Kremlin, highlighting concerns about potential threats to public safety in Britain.