Will the end of PPI pay-outs hit spending growth?

While it is some way off yet, some have argued that the ending of compensation related to mis-sold PPI will remove a valuable support to consumers who are facing falling real wages and higher interest rates. However, a near-term pick-up in compensation will support spending and, by the time the scheme ends, any drag will be more than offset by a recovery in real wages.

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