#equity-markets

#equity-markets

At its annual jamboree at Jackson Hole, Chair Powell signalled his apparent support for a rate cut later this month, stating that the softening labour market could offset the inflation risks from Trump's tariffs. The market had already been anticipating a 0.25% cut on 17 September but this cemented expectations and last week's crop of US data did little to change things.

The CBI urges bold action to revitalize London’s equity markets, suggesting the removal of share purchase stamp duty and greater flexibility on executive pay.