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UK Chancellor Reeves (Spring Statement): says the OBR expects inflation to fall faster than they forecast in the Autumn Budget

Chancellor Reeves' comments suggest the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) anticipates a quicker decline in UK inflation than previously expected.

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UK Chancellor Reeves (Spring Statement): to outline reforms to tackle youth unemployment in the near term; to outline proposals for closer trade ties with Europe in the next few weeks.

UK OBR Forecasts (provided verbally by Chancellor Reeves):

UK Chancellor Reeves (Spring Statement): says the OBR expects inflation to fall faster than they forecast in the Autumn Budget

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  • Growth forecasts largely unchanged over the period.
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This outlook may influence market expectations around future monetary policy, particularly if it leads to a shift in sentiment regarding rate hikes, as stable growth forecasts indicate that the economic backdrop remains supportive for potential easing measures.

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