The UK has slipped down a vital economic index – but it’s not too late February 28, 2024 The UK has hit its lowest point on record on the Index of Economic Freedom - and historian, sociologist and economist Dr Rainer Zitelmann warns significant changes are required
Interest rates aren’t as influential as you think February 28, 2024 Andy Haldane’s criticisms of the Bank of England’s persistence with higher rates are misguided. Just as near-zero rates following the financial crisis were hardly a stimulus to growth, the more recent actions of the MPC can’t be said to be ‘crushing the economy’, says Paul Ormerod Criticising the Bank of England has become fashionable in [...]
Moving markets: Five things shaping the FTSE 100 today February 28, 2024 Asian markets stalled as investors awaited U.S. inflation data, while the New Zealand central bank maintained interest rates. Bitcoin surged to $57,622, but oil prices fell. Attention now turns to U.S. GDP figures and Federal Reserve speeches.
FTSE 100 live: London markets flat despite inflation boost, miners rise February 27, 2024 Markets were also given a lift by the news that shop price inflation slowed to 2.5 per cent in February, the lowest level seen in two years.
Bank’s Ramsden: ‘More evidence’ needed that inflation has been tamed before rates can go down February 27, 2024 Markets expect the Bank of England to start cutting interest rates in the summer, with three cuts priced in for 2024.
Smith and Nephew lifts outlook as medical device revenue growth offsets China slowdown February 27, 2024 It wasn't all plain sailing for the medical tech giant however, with its operating profit for the year down to £335m, from £356m.
Brickability: Shares slump as construction slowdown forces lowering of expectations February 27, 2024 Shares in Brickability Group slumped over nine per cent this morning after the board noted a slowdown in demand for building materials.
Mcbride: Share price soars as it raises profit guidance on end of sticky inflation February 27, 2024 Manchester based cleaning product manufacturer Mcbride has raised its full year profit expectations off the back of a strong year.
Spending on discounts rises four per cent as Brits do Valentine’s Day on a budget February 27, 2024 Consumers’ spending on offers increased by four per cent in February, worth £586m more than the same month in 2023, as Brits continue to seek out discounts despite cooling inflation.
Orsted brings in new finance and operations chiefs amid wind industry challenges February 27, 2024 Orsted, the world's largest offshore wind farm developer has brought in a new CFO and COO as it battles with macroeconomic challenges pumelling the sector.