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2025-11-03 Monday

17:20:54

[UK Budget Triggers Tax Seismic Impact, Millions of Taxpayers Face Heavy Burden] ⑴ Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves plans to increase taxes by tens of billions of pounds in the November 26th budget to address a fiscal shortfall of up to £30 billion. ⑵ Income tax reform is a focal point, potentially raising the basic tax rate by 1-2 percentage points, expected to generate an additional £6-8 billion in revenue annually. ⑶ The proposed extension of the tax threshold freeze to 2030 is expected to raise an additional £8 billion, moving more people into higher tax brackets. ⑷ For high-income earners, the government is considering raising capital gains tax and introducing a 20% departure tax, involving the valuation of personal business assets. ⑸ The VAT system may be simplified, eliminating low or zero tax rates on goods such as food and children's clothing, potentially exacerbating inflationary pressures. ⑹ Pension system faces reform; employer contributions may be subject to social security tax, and the individual tax-free withdrawal rate may be reduced from 25%. (7) The tax-free allowance for savings accounts may be reduced, aiming to channel more funds into the UK stock market and stimulate capital market development. (8) The fuel tax freeze, which has been in effect since 2011, may come to an end, affecting £25 billion in tax revenue annually. (9) The tax burden on partnerships of professionals such as lawyers and accountants may increase, sparking strong protests from the industry. (10) Interest on excess bank reserves may be subject to a new tax, but industry insiders warn that this will curb credit issuance and drag down economic growth.

16:24:58

[Euro/Pound Sterling Rises Amid UK Budget Concerns] ⑴ The euro rose against the pound sterling to around 0.8775 on Monday (November 3). Increasing political pressure on UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves led to the euro's rise. The Bank of England's interest rate decision, due this Thursday, will be the focus of the market. ⑵ Traders are worried about UK fiscal risks ahead of the Chancellor's upcoming autumn budget. Threats of tax increases and concerns about an economic slowdown pushed the euro/pound sterling to a record high (0.8817). ⑶ While most analysts expect the Bank of England to keep interest rates unchanged on Thursday (due to persistent inflation concerns and the upcoming autumn budget), some believe that tax increases and spending cuts as part of the austerity budget could prompt the Bank of England to cut rates earlier – the market expects it to lower the current 4% rate to 3.75%. ⑷ The European Central Bank kept its deposit rate unchanged at 2.0% for the third consecutive meeting last week. President Lagarde emphasized that the central bank is in an "ideal position" and clearly stated that it will take all necessary measures to maintain the current favorable situation. Meanwhile, European Central Bank Governing Council member Joachim Nagel said on Monday that eurozone economic data was largely in line with the central bank's forecasts, but policymakers would maintain policy flexibility. (5) The French government will begin closed-door consultations with legislators this week in an attempt to salvage the stalled budget. Defense Minister Le Cornu is striving to avoid repeating the mistakes of his predecessors—several ministers were forced to resign due to a vote of no confidence in their fiscal plans. Another collapse of the government could trigger a snap election. The uncertainty and renewed fears of political turmoil in France may put downward pressure on the euro against the pound in the short term.

15:30:28

[The Biggest Hidden Danger of the Gaza Ceasefire: How to Introduce International Security Forces to Maintain Order While Preventing Hamas or Israel from Withdrawing] 1. Trump's Gaza peace plan faces a new obstacle: how to introduce international security forces to maintain order while preventing Hamas or Israel from withdrawing from the process. 2. More problematic is whether any country is willing to send troops and take the risk if a third-party armed force is needed to combat Hamas militants attempting to consolidate power. Interviews with US, European, and Middle Eastern officials indicate that Hamas insists on playing a post-war role and still has the strength to undermine the ceasefire after two years of war. Since the ceasefire last month, its militants have emerged from the ruins, conducting partial executions of opponents, and the plan to stabilize Gaza is facing stagnation. 3. Any peacekeeping force could clash with Hamas, leading to an awkward situation. International Crisis Group expert Goun points out that no Arab or Muslim country wants to be labeled an "Israel proxy" by its people. After meeting with Egyptian intelligence officials last week, Hamas emphasized that it would only accept the deployment of international troops on its borders and would not allow confrontation with Hamas. 4. Some Arab countries are willing to send personnel or funds for reconstruction, but none have committed to ground troops. Most countries prefer to start with border security and preventing arms smuggling. Egypt plans to lead a force, requiring the inclusion of US-trained Palestinian personnel. If Hamas refuses to disarm, should international forces confront it? The US and Israel insist Hamas has no future role, while Hamas responds with violence, including the killing of an Israeli soldier last Tuesday. The Trump administration is negotiating the framework for the force and UN authorization with allies. US officials say the process is undecided and the ceasefire remains in effect. Turkey and other countries have expressed interest, but Israel opposes Turkish participation. Egypt has proposed deploying 5,000 troops, plus 2,000-3,000 Palestinian personnel, under Egyptian command.

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