Families in the UK and US face increased financial strain as inflation outpaces wage growth, driven largely by rising energy prices and utility costs.

Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham is shaping his government's agenda around economic relief, focusing on energy bills, housing, and public transport.

Rental markets in the US and UK are grappling with a supply-demand imbalance and rising costs that place significant financial strain on households.

Analysis of over a century of data shows that most US purchasing power loss occurs in concentrated bursts. This creates a high-price baseline that persists even when headline inflation rates decline.

New data reveals an impending 13% energy price cap increase, with experts warning that this hike may leave many UK families facing a net loss in income.

A new Ofgem price cap has pushed typical annual energy bills to £1,862, driven by a 24% rise in gas unit rates. We outline the cost impact and steps for consumers to manage their household budgets.

Despite cooling inflation, UK households are struggling with a permanent shift in price levels for housing and essentials. Rising tax burdens and stagnant income growth continue to erode financial stability.

UK inflation held steady at 2.8% in May 2026, as a deceleration in food price growth countered significant upward pressure from the transport sector.

Housing has become the primary financial burden for EU households, with average expenditure reaching 19.7% of disposable income in 2023. This report examines regional disparities and the disproportionate impact of housing costs on lower-income families.

New data reveals that Bristol renters now spend a higher percentage of their income on housing than those in Greater London. Residents report making significant lifestyle sacrifices due to the rising costs.

The UK's inflation rate held at 2.8% in May, defying forecasts of a 3% increase as firms showed limited pricing power despite global energy supply concerns.

UK inflation remained steady at 2.8 percent in May 2026, defying expectations as cooling food costs balanced out the impact of rising transport prices.

While national inflation rates have retreated, persistent economic pressures continue to challenge household stability across various US regions. This disparity in living costs is forcing families to adjust their long-term financial expectations.

The UK's headline Consumer Price Index stood at 2.8 percent for the 12 months to May 2026, leading the Bank of England to hold interest rates at 3.75 percent.

A coalition of 18 housing groups has warned the incoming administration that failure to address private rental costs will undermine efforts to manage the cost of living. The group advocates for market interventions to address the trend of rental growth outpacing wage growth.

New Bureau of Economic Analysis data shows Wyoming tops the nation for real per capita income when adjusted for regional cost-of-living differences. The report also highlights how personal savings habits and geographic price variations influence individual wealth.

Despite cooling inflation, UK families are managing a permanent increase in the cost of essential goods. New data highlights a persistent financial divide.

UK inflation remained at 2.8 percent in May, defying analyst expectations. Experts now warn that a looming energy price hike could renew cost-of-living pressures.

UK inflation hit its lowest level in over a year at 2.8% as a reduction in the Ofgem energy price cap eased household costs. Analysts caution that rising producer input prices and global instability may lead to a temporary downward trend.

A landmark report from the WHO and ILO identifies long working hours as a major occupational health crisis. Experts are now debating how wage increases and stricter regulation could mitigate these fatal risks.