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Detailed economic analysis, economic indicators, and forecasts for the United Kingdom.


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Nov 19

U.K. Financial Regulatory Reform Not on Fast Track


Disclosing bankers' compensation could hurt the U.K.'s status as a global financial centre.
Nov 17

BoE Official Suggests Monetary Policy Will Stay on Hold


Central bankers will wait for their quarterly forecasts in February.
Nov 13Market Forces: Long-Term Gilt Yields Fall Slightly
But they remain on an upward trend.
Nov 11

BoE's King Leaves Door Open for More Asset Purchases


The central bank remains highly uncertain about the economic outlook.
Nov 10

Pickup in U.K. House Prices Will Not Last


Property values will fall by 25% from their 2007 peak.
Nov 5

BoE Extends Quantitative Easing


Asset purchase programme expanded by £25 billion.
Nov 4

More Aid for British Banks Highlights U.K.'s Economic Woes


Government measures so far have failed to revive lending.
Nov 4

BoE Preview: Asset Purchase Extension Expected


Interest rates will be held at 0.5%.
Oct 27

Market Wrap: Bourses Weather Drop in U.S. Sentiment


But the euro fell after the greater than expected drop in confidence stateside.
Oct 23Macro Roundup: U.K. Economy Will Grow in the Fourth Quarter
Though the third quarter was disappointing, the recovery is edging nearer.
Oct 23

Unexpected Drop in U.K. GDP Means Tough Decisions Ahead


The Bank of England will come under pressure to expand its asset purchases.
Oct 22

Big U.K. Banks Face Stricter Supervision


Restructuring of the financial industry will take years.