Kwasi Kwarteng

Kwasi Kwarteng

politician United Kingdom

Kwasi Kwarteng is a British politician and member of the Conservative Party who served as the Chancellor of the Exchequer for a brief period in 2022. He is known for his role in the controversial mini-budget that aimed to implement significant tax cuts, which ultimately led to a financial crisis and his dismissal after just 49 days in office. Kwarteng's policies were criticized for their lack of fiscal responsibility, drawing comparisons to other political leaders, including Donald Trump, amidst economic turmoil.

Born on Oct 26, 1975 (50 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
10,609
Power
523$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Hong Kong 1 8.00 0.14% +0% 7,500,700 10,609 $370,000 523$
Totals 1 7,500,700 10,609 $370,000 523$
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Recent Mentions

Australia Australia: Kwasi Kwarteng, as chancellor of the exchequer, triggered a crisis in October 2022 with his budget plans. 3

The Sydney Morning Herald: Tax-free EVs run out of road as chancellor Rachel Reeves raises tax burden on wealthy

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Kwasi Kwarteng was mentioned as a previous chancellor in the context of bond market interactions. 5

BBC: Market ructions and cabinet reshuffles will help shape Reeves' Budget