Mr Macron: Europe Needs You to Succeed

3 June 2017 The rift between the Trump administration and the other Group of 7 nations (also G20) became increasingly evident following the gathering in Taormina, Sicily. The new American president’s approach to global trade and climate change (among other key issues) represents a break from the prevailing international policy consensus.  Reflecting growing frustration, German [...]

Bank of England: Navigating the Brexit Swamp

23 March 2017 At long last, after a long campaign, referendum vote, and legal challenges, the Brexit negotiations can officially begin.  Of the many important issues confronting the markets will be how the Bank of England navigates monetary policy through these uncertain times.  This is especially true as the last CPI release saw inflation breaching [...]