In the Unlock the Editor’s Digest, FT Editor Roula Khalaf curates her top stories, including the UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves facing challenges despite a fall in borrowing costs, as the country’s economic outlook worsens. Reeves’ fiscal room for maneuver has improved due to a global bond rally and potential interest rate cuts by the Bank of England, but grim forecasts and lower growth estimates may impact the government’s ability to reduce borrowing rapidly in the coming years. Economists warn that Reeves may need to implement further spending cuts or tax rises to strengthen the UK’s fiscal position, as the Office for Budget Responsibility’s potential growth rate predictions could have significant implications for the government’s budget plans.
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Intel Names Lip-Bu Tan as New C.E.O. Amid Turnaround Efforts
Intel, a struggling semiconductor company, has appointed Lip-Bu Tan as its new CEO to help restore its reputation and market share. Tan, a seasoned business leader, faces the challenge of revitalizing the company after years of decline, including job cuts and loss of market value. Investors have responded positively to Tan's appointment, with Intel's stock price rising over 11% in aftermarket trading. Full Article
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