Inflation
ANALYSIS: Will Draghi ever be able to do enough?
The ECB’s latest salvo in the fight against the prospect of deflation was initially met positively by markets. But, a lack of a clear message that the Bank will cut rates further from here sent markets falling again almost as quickly.
Japan’s move to negative rates sees FTSE edge over 6000
The FTSE 100 edged back over 6000 on a wave of positive sentiment triggered by the surprise announcement that Japan has moved to negative interest rates.
Macro Views | 17 Dec 15
All eyes turn to Fed’s next steps and China’s response
Markets have welcomed confirmation of the widely expected first interest rate rise since the financial crisis, but all eyes have quickly turned to focus on what comes next.
Fixed Income | 10 Dec 15
Carney holds fire on rates as confidence dips
The Bank of England confirmed today rates will be held steady at 0.5% as widely expected just as data emerged showing a small dip in UK consumer confidence.
United Kingdom | 17 Nov 15
Deflation still unlikely, say fund managers
Fund managers have responded with equanimity to the UK CPI inflation figures released today, saying the underlying data does not suggest a deflationary scenario.