In this week's roundup, Merryn speaks to Money Distilled newsletter author John Stepek about what it means if the government increases employers' national insurance contributions in the autumn budget. Plus, the latest price data came in well below target, but John explains why a lot of that was due to one volatile component.
Join us at Bloomberg on Oct. 31, the morning after the Budget, for a taping of the podcast in front of an audience. Register here:
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Why Africa’s Population Boom Could Power Its Next Growth Era
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Blair Versus Starmer - Can the Government Get Out of Britain's Way?
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What's the Smartest Way to Save in 2026?
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