Economy
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Industry experts react to UK’s unexpected GDP growth
The UK economy delivered unexpected GDP growth of 0.1% in the last three months of 2024. 0.9% growth for 2024 was lower…
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Stagflation alert: AJ Bell’s Khalaf shares concerns following BoE forecasts UK inflation will hit 3.7% this year
As we reported earlier today, the Bank of England has cut UK base rate to 4.5% following the latest MPC meeting. However,…
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UK interest rates cut to 4.5% as expected – but should we be worried about economic growth? Industry reaction
In a widely anticipated decision, the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has announced a reduction in the UK’s key interest…
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PIMCO: What US tariff announcements could mean for the economy
The Trump administration’s trade policy threats have whipsawed markets this week. Last-minute deals with Canada and Mexico on Monday postponed a 25%…
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Going for growth: Chancellor’s deregulation drive sparks concern over Consumer Duty & financial stability | Sparrows Capital
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has urged regulators to cut red tape, but firms are questioning the impact on Consumer Duty and financial sector…
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Market expects an interest rate cut tomorrow – but will they be disappointed? Industry experts share their views
As we look ahead to tomorrow, and we get the decision on interest rates coming out from the Bank of England MPC’s…
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Bank poised to cut rates despite inflationary pressures in the bagging area
Expectations of a rate cut from the Bank of England are riding high for next Thursday’s meeting despite a hot wage growth…
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Fed resists Trump pressure and keeps US interest rates on hold focusing on inflation target: reaction from investment strategists
In a unanimous decision announced this evening, the US Federal Reserve has elected to keep US interest rates in the range 4.25%-4.5%…
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Reeves’ proposals to revitalise stagnant UK economy not without challenges
Lindsay James, investment strategist at Quilter Investors comments on Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ speech on the government’s plans for growth in the below…
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What are the consequences of a widening Fed/ECB interest rate gap?
A Q&A with Patrick Barbe, European fixed income head at Neuberger Berman Recent comments from ECB members point to a rate cut…
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