Office for Budget Responsibility
Leaky Coffers: Why the UK Treasury’s Budget Leak Inquiry Threatens More Than Just Reputations
An inquiry into UK Treasury leaks is more than a political scandal; it’s a critical test of market integrity, financial security, and economic trust.
The Watchdog’s Empty Chair: Why a Single Resignation Poses a Systemic Risk to the UK Economy
The OBR head’s resignation creates a high-stakes test for the new UK government, with major implications for economic stability and investor confidence.
Fiscal Feud or Financial Fact? Unpacking the Row Over the UK’s Finances
A political feud erupts over the UK’s finances. We dissect the claims, the economic reality, and what it means for investors and the stock market.
The UK’s £3 Trillion Squeeze: Navigating the Highest Tax Burden Since 1948
The UK’s tax burden is set to hit a 70-year high of 38% of GDP. Discover what this means for your finances, investing, and the broader economy.
Fiscal Straitjacket or Guardian of Stability? The Fierce Debate Over the UK’s Economic Watchdog
Has the UK’s budget watchdog become a “straitjacket on growth”? We explore the fierce debate over the OBR’s power and its impact on the UK economy.
The UK’s Secret Economic Shock Absorber: Why “Risky” Debt Might Be a Genius Move
The UK’s “risky” debt, high in inflation-linked bonds, may be a powerful, under-appreciated automatic economic stabiliser that reduces fiscal volatility.
The Stability Deficit: Why the UK’s Constant Policy Tinkering is the Real Threat to its Economy
The UK’s constant six-month cycle of tax and spending changes creates a stability deficit that undermines investment and hinders long-term economic growth.
The Paradox of Prudence: Is the UK’s Fiscal Watchdog Stifling Economic Growth?
The UK’s fiscal watchdog, the OBR, was created for stability. But is its conservative framework now a hindrance to vital economic growth and investment?