FTSE 100 today: London markets set to mirror global rally, focus on BOE policy decision March 21, 2024 Asian markets mirrored Wall Street's rise, spurred by the US Federal Reserve's maintained rate-cut plans, while gold hit record highs. New Zealand entered technical recession. Now, attention is on the Bank of England's policy decision, especially any signs of increased talks about potential rate cuts.
Will the US government’s ballooning fiscal deficit put the Federal Reserve’s independence at risk? March 20, 2024 Fiscal dominance is when the decisions of an independent central bank are driven by how it might impact governments rather than inflation.
Sharp fall in inflation not enough to change the Bank of England’s approach – yet March 20, 2024 The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meets tomorrow and will almost certainly leave interest rates on hold despite today's inflation figures.
Inflation drops faster than expected ahead of Bank of England’s interest rate decision March 20, 2024 The figures come just a day before the Bank of England announces its latest decision on interest rates.
FTSE 100 today: Inflation data and US Fed policy decision to set footsie’s course March 20, 2024 Asia's markets were mixed, while China’s central bank maintained steady loan prime rates. The rally of Bitcoin and Ether takes a breather. Investors focus on UK inflation data and the upcoming US Federal Reserve meeting for insights on future interest rate policies.
Low-productivity public services need ‘revolution’ to avoid cuts, Hunt says March 19, 2024 Hunt said the "only" way this could be delivered without cuts to public services was if there was a "productivity revolution".
FCA eyes fresh clampdown with ‘game changing’ consumer duty and beefed up AI March 19, 2024 The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) said it is looking to tighten enforcement of its “game-changing” consumer duty rules and will ramp up its use of artificial intelligence today as it laid its priorities for the year ahead.
Amsterdam maintains post-Brexit status as Europe’s share trading hub March 19, 2024 Amsterdam maintained its position as the heart of Europe's equity-trading business, a position it has held over London since July 2021.
Will the Federal Reserve and Bank of England surprise investors this week? March 19, 2024 The Fed will reveal its latest decision on Wednesday before the Bank's announcement on Thursday.
The Bank of England should cut rates soon – but timing is everything March 19, 2024 There's no doubt that cuts should start soon, but it might be wise to wait a little bit longer before reaching for the interest rate axe, writes Chris Dorrell.