04 October 2016 September 2016 UK Construction PMI Smashes expectations

The UK’s construction sector is firmly back in growth following the mid-year slump in activity.

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03 October 2016 Softer Pound Sterling is Working to Stimulate the UK Economy and FTSE 100

FTSE 100 higher on weaker Pound, Manufacturing activity at strongest level in years as foreign orders increase.

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29 September 2016 Liam Fox's Commitment to Free Trade Welcomed by Businesses but Uncertainty Still Lingers

The UK’s International Trade Secretary has suggested the UK will be an independent member of the World Trade Union, therefore external to the EU’s single market.

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29 September 2016 French Mortgage Rates Available to British Expats hit 100-Year Lows

French mortgage rates drop to 100-year lows – now '€58,000 cheaper' than in 2014.

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29 September 2016 OPEC Production Cuts: Analysts Doubtful on Delivery

The decision by OPEC to limit oil supply caused West Texas Crude (WTI) to jump more than 5% on Wednesday, but does this mark a new dawn for oil prices or a false breakout?

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29 September 2016 Article 50: Legal Challenge to Continue in October

Article 50 legal challenge to go ahead as constitutional clarity on process to exit the EU is sought.

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27 September 2016 London Remains Europe's Chinese Yuan (RMB) Clearing Centre - Can it Hold its Crown?

The UK is conducting a good portion of German and French Renminbi clearing despite the Yuan waning in importance for global international payments.

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