Our monthly economic review is intended to provide background to recent developments in investment markets as well as to give an indication of how some key issues could impact in the future. It is not intended that individual investment decisions should be taken based on this information; we are always ready to discuss your individual requirements. We hope you will find this review to be of interest
SFFS Economic Review_February 18
Our monthly economic review is intended to provide background to recent developments in investment markets as well as to give an indication of how some key issues could impact in the future.
It is not intended that individual investment decisions should be taken based on this information; we are always ready to discuss your individual requirements. We hope you will find this review to be of interest.
The UK economy showed signs of resilience during the final quarter of 2017 recording a higher than expected rate of growth, although Brexit concerns still weigh on economic prospects. Official data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) suggests that gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 0.5% in the three months to December 2017. This preliminary fourth quarter estimate was higher than the 0.4% growth rate recorded during the preceding quarter, and 0.1% above the consensus forecast among City economists. The dominant services sector, which accounts for around 80% of UK economic output, was the main driver of growth in the fourth quarter, expanding by 0.6%. However, despite this growth in the final quarter, the data did show a weakening when compared with the same quarter a year earlier, particularly in relation to more domestic consumer-facing sectors, such as distribution, hotels, catering, transport and communications. Indeed, the ONS described the broader picture as one of “slower and more uneven” growth. Across the whole of last year GDP grew by 1.8%, down slightly on the 1.9% rate recorded during 2016 and the lowest annual growth figure since 2012.
The latest growth figures did certainly exceed market expectations and, in doing so, provided ammunition for those commentators who argue there is little sign of the Brexit-induced disaster scenario that many predicted.
SFFS Economic Review_January 18 (002)
Your plans for 2018….and beyond. Other issues….beware of the fraudsters!!!
SFFS Simply Wealth_Winter 17-18
SFFS Economic Review_December 17Our monthly economic review for December providing background on recent developments in
investment markets as well as to give an indication of how some key issues could impact in the future.
It is not intended that individual investment decisions should be taken based on this information; we are
always ready to discuss your individual requirements. We hope you will find this review to be of interest
Our monthly economic review is intended to provide background to recent developments in
investment markets as well as to give an indication of how some key issues could impact in the future.
It is not intended that individual investment decisions should be taken based on this information; we are
always ready to discuss your individual requirements. We hope you will find this review to be of interest.
SFFS Economic Review_November 17
BUILDING A BRITAIN FIT FOR THE FUTURE
In Philip Hammond’s first Autumn Budget, the second Budget of 2017, the Chancellor of the Exchequer promised that his Government would, invest to secure a bright future for Britain.
Set amid a backdrop of political and economic constraints, and with Brexit negotiations at a critical phase, the Conservatives are under intense pressure. The abolition of stamp duty for most first-time buyers and an array of other housing measures were prominent announcements.
SFFS Simply Wealth Autumn Budget_November 17
Simply Wealth…Your window on financial matters.
We address topical pension issues for women and the road ahead for pensions, as well as some news on Inheritance Tax.
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Our monthly economic review is intended to provide background to recent developments in investment markets as well as to give an indication of how some key issues could impact in the future.
It is not intended that individual investment decisions should be taken based on this information; we are always ready to discuss your individual requirements. We hope you will find this review to be of interest.
BANK OF ENGLAND IN RATE RISE HINT
The Bank of England (BoE) has signalled that the UK’s first interest rate hike in more than a decade may be fast approaching.
While the minutes of the latest Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting on 13 September showed a 7-2 majority in favour of keeping rates on hold at 0.25%, they also included new guidance indicating a readiness to increase rates in the coming months if price pressures continue to grow as expected. BoE Governor, Mark Carney reinforced this hawkish message saying the possibility of a rise in interest rates had “definitely increased”.
What a fantastic day at Carsington Water. Four local charities, Valley Cids, The MS Society, Children’s First Derby and Nottinghamshire Hospice all working together from across the region, with local businesses in support through a fantastic business network BNI.
£400 in total raised for these fantastic charities as well as great camaraderie from local businesses and families alike.
Sheldon Flanders are looking forward to supporting the next event
