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Marker Commentary September 2025

Market Commentary September 2025

Introduction The FTSE100 recorded multiple record highs in August as equity markets continued to rise, before a little wobble hit all equity markets at the very end of the month. Trump’s ongoing row with the Fed caused some market turbulence as August drew to a close. The dismissal of Governor Lisa Cook, if upheld, would …

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UK inflation rises unexpectedly

UK inflation rises unexpectedly to 3.8%

UK inflation climbed to 3.8% in July 2025, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). This is up from 3.6% in June and was driven by food price increases in items such as beef, orange juice, and coffee, alongside a sharp 30% monthly spike in airfares and …

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UK gilt yields climb even as Bank cuts rates

UK gilt yields climb even as Bank cuts rates

The UK Government bond or ‘gilt’ market is once again under pressure. In recent weeks, yields on long-dated gilts have risen sharply, with the 30-year gilt yield reaching above 5.61% (at the time of writing). That level has not been seen since 1998 and represents a significant increase in borrowing costs for the Government. The …

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£50bn UK spending blackhole warning raises tax hike prospects

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is being urged to raise taxes as the UK’s financial “black hole” is now estimated to exceed £50 billion. The left-leaning National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR) has warned that the Chancellor will need to increase taxes to cover this shortfall. The shortfall comprises £41.2 billion in additional spending commitments, …

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Market Commentary August 2025

Market Commentary August 2025

Introduction UK equity markets hit new heights in July as the FTSE100 cruised through 9000 despite sluggish GDP growth. President Trump continued to show his more conciliatory side as he delayed tariff deadlines and achieved a relatively soft landing once a deal with the EU was reached. Whilst we will inevitably see some ups and …

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