Productivity growth has been particularly weak in the UK ever since the financial crisis in 2007 and this held back incomes and economic growth. Policymakers are rightly exploring the different ways ...

In this paper, we make the case for why consumer policy must not be neglected as one of the key tools at government’s disposal to make markets work better and boost growth. Discussions about economic ...

Brian Blank is a finance scholar and Fed watcher who researches how companies navigate downturns and make financial decisions ...

Sentiment on current economic conditions were higher, but inflation expectations also moved higher, while consumer economic expectations moved lower. Politics is likely playing a role in the ...

This table contains the figures on opinions and expectations of Dutch consumers on general economic developments and their own financial situation. The indicators of consumer confidence, economic ...

Consumer spending, which accounts for more than two-thirds of US economic activity, rose last month after a downwardly ...

This table contains the (seasonally) adjusted figures on opinions and expectations of Dutch consumers on general economic developments and their own financial situation. The indicators of consumer ...

The U.S. economy grew faster than previously estimated in the third quarter, driven by robust consumer spending.

The UK’s mortgage and consumer credit markets have displayed significant underperformance in recent months, reflecting broader economic challenges. The latest data from the Bank of England reveals ...

The Chicago Fed National Activity Index is a monthly index that tracks overall economic activity and inflationary pressures.