24 March 2023 UK PMIs: "Input Cost Inflation Falls to a Two-year Low"

The Bank of England's most recent interest rate hike could be the last as new survey data shows a sharp drop in inflation experienced at UK private sector businesses.

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24 March 2023 "Green Shoots": UK Retail Sales in Upside Surprise

Consumers continue to spend despite elevated inflation levels with new data revealing an increase in the volumes sold in UK stores amidst improving consumer confidence.

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22 March 2023 Inflation Rise "Not a One Off" says NIESR

Economists have reacted with surprise to data confirming the UK's inflation rate is rising, with most saying they cement a 25 basis point hike at the Bank of England on Thursday.

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22 March 2023 Bank of England Can't Ignore this Inflation Data: Hargreaves Lansdown

It looks increasingly likely a hike will be voted through tomorrow.

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17 March 2023 Bank of England Set for Close Call Interest Rate Decision Next Week 

Recent data have confirmed that UK inflation and its underlying drivers are moderating but economists and markets remain split over what to expect from the Bank of England (BoE) next week…

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15 March 2023 Budget 2023: Recession Ruled Out by OBR, Hunt Looks to Boost Productivity

The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) no longer expects the UK to fall into recession in 2023 says UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.

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15 March 2023 Budget 2023: Game Changer for Mothers and a Boost for Labour Supply

He is set to pull a big cuddly rabbit out of the hat for parents struggling with childcare costs.

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