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Core Viewpoint - The Autumn Budget has generated unprecedented attention due to speculation about potential tax increases, including a "mansion tax" and "rental tax," aimed at addressing a significant fiscal deficit [4][6][7]. Group 1: Budget Overview - The budget is expected to raise £26 billion in taxes by the fiscal year 2029-30, with various tax measures introduced [10]. - The budget process was marked by a leak from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), causing temporary fluctuations in the financial markets [8][7]. Group 2: Economic Predictions - OBR forecasts an inflation rate of 3.5% for this year, slightly above the previous estimate of 3.2%, with a drop to 0.4% expected next year [13]. - GDP growth is projected at 1.5% for 2025, with subsequent years showing growth rates of 1.4% in 2026, 1.6% in 2027, and 1.5% in 2028 and 2029 [13]. Group 3: Tax Measures - A new "mansion tax" will be levied on high-value properties, expected to raise over £400 million by 2031, affecting less than 1% of properties valued over £2 million [26]. - The introduction of an electric vehicle consumption tax will charge 3 pence per mile for pure electric vehicles and 1.5 pence for plug-in hybrids, aimed at doubling road maintenance funding [30]. - Remote gambling tax rates will increase from 21% to 40%, and online betting tax rates will rise from 15% to 25%, projected to generate over £1 billion annually by 2031 [32]. Group 4: Public Services and Welfare - The government will allocate £500 million for secondary school libraries and £18 million for upgrading playgrounds across England [18]. - A new "youth guarantee" program will be funded with £820 million over three years to support apprenticeships for those under 25 [20]. - The government plans to restore face-to-face assessments for disability benefits and reform the universal credit system to help 15,000 people return to work [20]. Group 5: Real Estate Market Insights - An international buyer purchased a £25 million penthouse in Knightsbridge, indicating a growing demand for luxury properties in prime locations [38][40]. - The London rental market is showing signs of recovery, with a 13% increase in searches for rental villas and a 4% increase for apartments over the past two years [42].