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Economic update from the Bank of England

We recently attended the Bank of England economy update for this quarter. Here’s a round up:

* Slight growth in the economy in the last two quarters
* Retail sales growth has softened a bit – there is growth but it’s only strengthened a little
* Housing market activity has continued to weaken
* Expecting growth of 2.5% over the next 3 years – however the margin for uncertainty on this forecast is quite wide
* Private sector employment intentions were a little stronger, consistent with modest growth in the year ahead

The factors shaping recovery:
* Labour market holding up better than expected
* Policy stimulus – low interest rates
* Word economy – particularly the East

Recovery is set to continue but it will be a modest recovery. Good reasons to stay positive?!

If you’d like a copy of their full summary for Nov 2010, email hello@synergycreative.co.uk