Economy
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EY Future Consumer Index: brand loyalty declines as financial concerns persist
Despite ongoing financial concerns, UK consumers are increasingly prioritising value over brand loyalty, according to the latest EY Future Consumer Index. The 2025…
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US bond traders sound alarm over tax cuts and credit downgrade, while Bitcoin surges
Ed Monk, Associate Director, Fidelity International comments as US bond traders sound the alarm over tax cuts and credit downgrades. Ed’s full…
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CIO outlook | uncertainty remains high so caution is warranted despite market rebounds says J.Safra Sarasin’s Bärtschi
Written By Philipp Bärtschi, chief investment officer at J. Safra Sarasin Sustainable Asset Management Political uncertainty weighs on global growth In the…
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UK economy defies expectations with Q1 GDP growth – but headwinds loom and industry experts urge caution
Chancellor boosted by 0.7% GDP rise, but advisers urged to prepare for tougher quarters ahead Financial advisers welcomed a rare dose of…
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Unemployment rises as labour market shows signs of strain
News has been released today to show that UK unemployment has risen to 4.5% in the three months to March 2025, up…
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UK secures first Trump 2.0 era trade deal: What it means for financial advisers and their clients
The UK has become the first country to secure a trade deal with the new Trump administration, marking a significant, albeit symbolic,…
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Bank of England offers a downbeat assessment of Trump’s trade war, but good news for low-income families and homeowners says Resolution Foundation
The Bank of England’s take on the impact of President Trump’s first 100 days on the UK economy was low on growth and high on uncertainty, but…
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Bank of England cuts interest rates – experts share views on what it means for advisers and clients
The Bank of England has taken another step toward easing, cutting the base rate from 4.5% to 4.25% in a widely anticipated…
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Good news for borrowers as Bank cuts UK interest rates – experts share analysis and reaction
With markets widely anticipating a cut from the Bank of England today, the key question was whether it would be 25 or…
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PIMCO Commentary: the Fed is in a ‘Good Place’ – but for how long?
Written by Tiffany Wilding, Economist, and Allison Boxer, Economist at PIMCO The Federal Reserve left interest rates on hold as widely expected.…
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