Here’s what’s been shaping markets this week:
- d-fletcher
- Aug 16
- 1 min read
1️⃣ Tariff tensions re-emerge, The US has imposed new duties on EU goods while trade talks with China continue, keeping geopolitical risks front and centre.
2️⃣ Central banks on pause, Interest rates remain unchanged, but markets anticipate possible cuts in the US and UK within the next 12 months, reflecting shifting economic momentum.
3️⃣ UK data sends mixed signals, We’ve seen softer GDP figures, but encouraging signs of steady demand highlight underlying resilience.
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