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US Election: S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs

Walker Crips' Market Commentary

12-11-2024 • 8 mins

Due to geopolitical uncertainties and a cautious market response to changes in fiscal policy, UK economic indicators were mixed. Growth slowed in the services sector, with the Purchasing Managers’ Index (“PMI”) hitting 52.0, reflecting hesitation from the Autumn Budget and geopolitical influences. Inflation data showed some improvement, especially in goods prices, providing a case for the Bank of England (“BoE”) to consider reducing policy restrictions. Meanwhile, the Monetary Policy Committee (“MPC”) voted towards a BoE rate cut to 4.75% to support confidence. The BoE downplayed the impact of an expansionary fiscal policy, but hinted that budget decisions might lengthen the rate cycle.


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John Wood Group, TP ICAP Group and Wizz Air



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