AstraZeneca's $50bn investment aims to establish a new drug manufacturing facility in Virginia and expand research and development across various US states, highlighting a significant commitment to US operations in response to looming tariffs on foreign pharmaceuticals.
Ministers are expected to indicate a greater degree of caution in the upcoming Summer Economic Statement and National Development Plan as the economic model faces threats.
Gold has been the quintessential symbol of wealth and security, remaining a key part of national and international economic strategy for modern countries, particularly for hedging against inflation.
Rachel Reeves needs to focus on immediate economic strategies rather than relying on future infrastructure projects to ensure sustainable growth for the UK.