Martin Rowson on the UK budget fallout – cartoon

The UK's FTSE 100 index experienced a significant drop following the budget announcement. This decline reflects investor concerns about the potential impact of the government's spending plans on the country's economic growth. The market's reaction suggests that investors are worried about the increased borrowing costs and reduced consumer spending that may result from the budget measures. As a result, the UK's economic outlook remains uncertain.

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The UK budget has caused concerns about the economy. This could lead to market volatility.

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