UK Economics Update MPC can only watch as recession looms The MPC’s inaction today in the face of a torrent of dreadful news on the economy underlines the extent to which its hands are tied by the current strength of inflation pressures. There is little it... 10th July 2008 · 1 min read
Emerging Europe Chart Pack Inflation rears its ugly head (Jul 08) The rise in inflation is showing no sign of easing. Headline inflation remains above target in all countries, although price pressures are most acute in the east of the region. Prices are now rising... 10th July 2008 · 1 min read
Asia Chart Pack India’s aggressive tightening yet to impress markets (Jul 08) The Reserve Bank of India can be forgiven for having initially taken a less hawkish stance towards inflation. GDP growth was thought to be slowing more quickly than revised data indicate. And few had... 9th July 2008 · 1 min read
UK Economics Focus A double whammy for retail revenues Retailers face a double-squeeze on revenues over the next few years. Overall consumer spending growth is clearly set to slow sharply. But in addition, the retail sector is set to continue to take a... 8th July 2008 · 1 min read
UK Economics Focus A double whammy for retail revenues Retailers face a double-squeeze on revenues over the next few years. Overall consumer spending growth is clearly set to slow sharply. But in addition, the retail sector is set to continue to take a... 8th July 2008 · 1 min read
UK Economics Update Equities come back to earth The steep falls in equity prices seen over recent weeks have brought the UK stockmarket back into line with consensus expectations for the economy. But with those expectations very likely to weaken... 8th July 2008 · 1 min read
