Trump vowed to reduce prices, but his policies have fueled US inflation

‘Even though economists warned that tariffs would be inflationary, Trump has enthusiastically embraced them’

UK politics: Burnham denies preventing ministers from speaking about plans for closer relationship with EU – as it happened

Prime minister wrote to ministers saying he did not want them to ‘advocate for specific options or opine on the likely outcome of the process’

‘Why has the Chancellor left the wealthiest untouched?’ – our money and economics writers answered your questions

The Guardian’s money and economics editors Hilary Osborne and Heather Stewart answered your questions on energy prices, tax thresholds and the global events pressuring the economy.

Europe’s central bank chief, Christine Lagarde, steps down for ‘freedom of speech’

Possible candidate to run World Economic Forum departs ECB nine months early, saying she wants to speak her mind about world affairs

Healey’s budget paves way for ‘brutal’ spending review next year, warns IFS

Thinktank says chancellor has given himself a mountain to climb after ducking big decisions in low-key speech

US economy grows faster than expected but inflation rises to 3.7%

Commerce department data contrasts with sharp deterioration in consumer sentiment as midterms loom

Is this play-safe budget a sign that the prime minister is planning an early election?

There’s no real strategy behind this hotchpotch of measures. Andy Burnham may be parking the big decisions until he has a true mandate, says Guardian columnist Larry Elliott

Lloyds executive criticises Healey for linking bank tax rises to energy bill support

Chief financial officer says he hopes budget measure is temporary as sector provides loans that fuel growth

FTC orders Delta, Uber and others to hand over data on algorithmic pricing

Regulator demands companies explain how and why they charge different prices for the same product or service

Healey vows to cut welfare bill before next election with ‘tough’ approach to young people

Chancellor’s comments come as fiscal watchdog says disability benefits will cost £100bn a year before end of decade

Toblerone owner sues British vegan chocolate brand over chunky shape

Catherine’s Originals denies Mondelēz claims in London high court of ‘passing off’ and trademark infringement

Will the budget deliver ‘growth in every postcode’?

The chancellor outlined ‘the biggest wave of devolution in a generation’ – but large swathes of the country are excluded

How will John Healey’s energy support package affect you?

Chancellor’s ‘new course’ includes a £100 one-off payment, low-carbon upgrade loans and an end to standing charges

‘There has to be a bolder shift’: retail and hospitality businesses assess relief in budget

Chancellor cuts business rates for more small businesses and limits rise in minimum wage for younger workers

Thames Water creditors to vote on emergency £2.4bn loan as cash runs low

Campaigners say costly new funds will lead to higher bills, which company denies