Breaking Data

UK consumer spending ends 2023 on a disappointing note

Today's retail sales figures bring a disappointing end to what has been a challenging 2023 for retailers

No surprises from today's interest rate decision from the BoE

November US inflation numbers come in slightly hotter than expected

UK labour market continues to show signs of weakening

But progress remains painfully slow, leaving monetary policy in restrictive territory

UK consumer spending remains weak in run up to Christmas

Today's Employment Cost Index report expected to allow the FOMC to keep rates on hold tomorrow

Bitcoin surpasses $35,000 on ETF enthusiasm

Bitcoin has surged to $35,000, marking the first time it has reached this level since 2022

FOMC keeps rates on hold, meeting market expectations

The hoped for soft landing remains on track, but at the cost of borrowing costs remaining higher for longer