Matthew Lynn

The UK does not need a return to any form of free movement

Two big flaws in FTSE bosses’ argument spoil any chance of an American payday

The economics of the industry were always terrible – which makes their backing all the more troubling

Ford has just confirmed what has long been feared: that the latest quotas are punitive for UK consumers and a gift to China

Hiding behind protectionist tariffs will cause Western manufacturers to stagnate

No one should imagine the City is anywhere near hitting rock bottom

Drivers should expect higher taxes as governments rush to fill gaping fiscal holes

Shareholders are right to hold their ground in rejecting the Tesla chief’s obscene payout

Macron openly tried to destroy the City. Political turmoil in France is an opportunity for Britain to get revenge

Airbus’s failure to capitalise on Boeing’s struggles doesn’t bode well for the future of planemaking