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Meanwhile, economic research firm, Oxford Economics, said in a report it had lowered its US economic growth forecast for the year from 2.4% to 2% made even steeper adjustments to Canada and Mexico.

Households that already struggle to make ends meet would face an even steeper financial burden, forcing them to choose between purchasing fewer, lower-quality food items or diverting funds from other essential needs.

There's more at stake with tariffs than steeper prices, said Meissner, the economics professor.

If approved, the new application will now see steeper sided slopes by the main site of excavation, with land fenced off to prevent livestock grazing.

The average bill increase equates to around £10 a month, from £40 to £50, but millions of households face even steeper rises.