Wake Up to Money Pizza peak?
Nov 17, 2025
Gary Hodgson discusses the challenges faced by Venture Seafoods due to rising energy costs and their impact on small businesses. Emma Wall dives into how budget uncertainties affect investment decisions and market behaviors, while Nick Marsh provides insights into Japan's economy and its geopolitical implications. The conversation also touches on the evolving pizza market in the UK, exploring trends towards quality-focused options and home preparation kits, highlighting significant shifts in consumer preferences.
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Inflation Measure Drives Pay Dispute
- The pay dispute hinges on which inflation measure to use: BMA cites RPI showing ~20% erosion since 2008; government cites CPI showing <5% erosion.
- That technical difference drives the political and public support dynamics for the strikes.
Strikes Hurt Budgets And Patient Outcomes
- Strikes cost the NHS both direct cash (paying expensive consultants for cover) and indirect health costs from delayed procedures.
- Cover rates can reach over £300 an hour for antisocial shifts, and delayed care can worsen patient outcomes and raise future costs.
Migration Changes Have Complex Fiscal Effects
- Migration policy changes have fiscal trade-offs: stricter controls may deter arrivals but add detention and enforcement costs.
- Economic benefits from migration depend on migrants' labour market participation, skills mix, and demographic balance.