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US inflationary pressures continue to weaken in May

Today's CPI numbers will encourage the markets to believe that inflationary pressures are once again on a weakening path. But the Fed is still likely to signal this evening that more such data will be needed before it will counter cutting interest rates.

12 Jun 2024, 14:10

US employment report once again surprises on the topside

Today's US employment report once again painted a picture of enduring strength. But signs of weakness are growing, leaving open the prospect for one or more interest rate cuts to still be delivered this year.

7 Jun 2024, 15:18

US PCE numbers suggest underlying inflation is still heading lower

But while providing assurance to the Fed that inflationary pressures remain on a downwards path, further evidence of this will be needed before the FOMC will commit to cutting interest rates.

31 May 2024, 15:17

UK CPI figures for April disappoint, despite continuing to move in the right direction

Despite both the headline and core rates moving lower, stubborn services sector pricing derails hopes of a June interest rate cut.

22 May 2024, 11:54

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