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Softer CPI and retail sales numbers from the US put a September rate cut back in play
A sigh of relief in the markets as the CPI numbers came in on the soft side, although the weak retail sales numbers will be of concern.
15 May 2024, 14:56
Bank of England Shifts Toward a Dovish Stance
Despite today's decision to keep interest rates on hold, numerous signals were presented to suggest monetary easing may not be far away.
9 May 2024, 13:46
Understanding UK consumer reluctance amid economic shifts
Despite rising disposable incomes, UK consumers remain reluctant spenders, possibly in anticipation of an expected higher tax burden to come.
7 May 2024, 09:41
FOMC message is that rate cuts remain on the table, but with less certainty on when they will ultimately be delivered
In the meantime, market 'buy-in' to the Fed's message is showing signs of weakening
2 May 2024, 11:21
Today's GDP and PCE numbers leave the US Fed caught between a rock and a hard place
A mixed bag of US data today, and especially so for the Fed as it contemplates if and when a first cut in interest rates might be warranted.
25 Apr 2024, 16:01
UK public borrowing soars: fiscal year ends higher than forecast
UK government borrowing overshot forecasts for the 2023/24 fiscal year
23 Apr 2024, 10:57
A disappointing UK inflation report for the Bank of England
Today's report will not see the Monetary Policy Committee feeling there is any need to cut interest rates yet.
17 Apr 2024, 11:38
Strong US employment numbers push back further market timing of first interest rate cut
But despite today's strong official report, the true underlying state of US labour demand remains far from certain.
5 Apr 2024, 15:37
UK posts flat retail sales growth in February; but outlook for consumer spending remains bright
Consumer spending remains in a better position at that start of 2024 than had been expected, despite today's figures
22 Mar 2024, 11:48
UK public borrowing figures overshoot their target in February
Today's numbers suggest the government is likely to overshoot its full year borrowing target
21 Mar 2024, 10:59