economy
John Lewis Plans Job Cuts, Hundreds of Positions at Risk
John Lewis considers cutting services, putting hundreds of jobs at risk, with a decision pending for autumn.
Salala Times Staff 7/8/2026
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UK Introduces Changes to ISA and Lifetime ISA
Changes to ISA and Lifetime ISA explained, focusing on first-time buyer savings
Salala Times Staff 6/26/2026
economy
Alan Greenspan, Architect of Modern American Economy, Passes Away at 100
Alan Greenspan, former chairman of the Federal Reserve, has died at the age of 100, leaving behind a legacy in the American economy.
Salala Times Staff 6/22/2026
economy
UK Public Finances Under Strain as Borrowing Surges
UK borrowing rose to £23.3bn in May, a nearly 30% increase from last year, sparking concerns over public finances.
Salala Times Staff 6/19/2026
economy
Bank of Japan Raises Interest Rate to 31-Year High
The Bank of Japan has increased its interest rate to the highest in 31 years, continuing its trend of raising rates from near-zero since 2024.
Salala Times Staff 6/16/2026
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Global Effort to Combat Sophisticated Scams Gains Momentum
Scams have significantly increased over the past few years, prompting a collaborative effort between countries and companies to fight back
Salala Times Staff 4/18/2026