by Christopher Nye | Apr 10, 2019
The markets – and politicians – are watching with baited to see the result of EU leaders’ vote on a Brexit extension. The general feeling is that an extension will be agreed, but it remains to be see what form it will take. Theresa May will address the meeting at...
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by Christopher Nye | Apr 10, 2019
The pound is stable this morning as markets wait for this evening’s decision on an extension to Brexit. It seems highly likely that one will be granted, but it remains to be seen how long it’ll last. May will present her case to the EU27 this evening, having already...
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by Christopher Nye | Apr 9, 2019
The dollar weakened against several currencies yesterday as recent strong economic data caused investors to move to safe-haven positions. Meanwhile, President Trump has proposed tariffs on EU goods worth $11.2 billion. If these tariffs go ahead, they would increase...
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by Christopher Nye | Apr 9, 2019
Fears of a US-EU trade war have reared their head again, as Trump has proposed further tariffs on goods coming from the European Union, ranging from cheese and wine through to industrial goods. As Italy deals with a recession worries and the German economy continues...
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by Christopher Nye | Apr 9, 2019
The pound is in positive territory this morning as Prime Minister Theresa May prepares to meet Emmanuel Macron and Angela Merkel to argue for a short Brexit extension. She will visit the two leaders today. May also claimed that talks with Labour are on the verge of a...
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