Economics

The head of the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) has warned the global financial system is at risk of a second crisis, which could be worse this time around due to higher borrowing in both developed and emerging markets.

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has warned the government against "prematurely" raising interest rates as its latest quarterly economic survey suggested challenges remain for the UK's recovery.

Mark Carney: One year on

Fund managers have backed financials, retailers, and housebuilders to benefit following the latest move down in UK inflation.

Emerging market fundamentals are not fixed

The strength of Britain's economy is poised to exceed its pre-crash high in the next few months thanks to 'accelerating' growth, the National Institute of Economic and Social Research has predicted.

The Trouble with Europe

Policymakers risk the UK economic recovery stalling if they fail to address its "undue reliance" on consumer spending, the British Chambers of Commerce has said.

Neil Veitch, manager of the SVM UK Opportunities fund, evaluates the strength of the economic recovery in the UK and highlights some areas of concern.

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