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Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update

Handelsbanken UK

Welcome to the Handelsbanken Insights podcast where we share news and commentary on the UK economy and property sector. New episodes each Monday. Handelsbanken is a local, relationship bank, built on sustainable values. Visit https://www.handelsbanken.co.uk/en/ to find out more about us and our unique model. Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/25058754/admin/dashboard/ See https://www.handelsbanken.co.uk/en/about-us/important-information for privacy information.

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00:15:00

#205 US shutdown ends - what next?

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/11/10

Our Global Head of Forecasting Johan Löf joins the pod this week to talk about the end of the US government shutdown and whether it'll affect the US economic outlook. Plus, James Sproule and Daniel Mahoney unpick the latest MPC rates decision, and James reports on the IFS' Green Budget. Why not rate us and tell us what you think of this week's podcast?

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00:12:02

#204 Another interest rate hold expected - but what...

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/11/03

We're expecting interest rates to be held at November's MPC meeting, but as Daniel Mahoney and James Sproule explain, its accompanying report (in a new format) will be scrutinised for clues as to when it will resume rate cuts. Plus, is "hazy" data hiding what could be a more positive story on UK productivity? James explains his theory.And James shares a little-discussed driver of house prices.All in under 15 minutes.Let us know what you think in the comments.

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00:13:01

#203 📳 Pre-budget good news alert!

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/10/27

Inflation beat expectations last week - good news for the chancellor, but has it changed the outlook for interest rates? And could changes to council tax be in the pipeline as Rachel Reeves considers which economic levers she can activate to move the economy up a gear.Plus, how are UK housebuilding targets looking?James Sproule and Daniel Mahoney wrap up the key economic news in under 15 minutes. Rate us wherever you're listening.

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00:14:41

#202 The IMF's verdict on the UK economy

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/10/20

The IMF delivered a "could do better" report on the UK economy. James Sproule and Daniel Mahoney look at what it said and why. And James reveals why the spreads on some corporate bonds are causing concerns about the global economy.Plus, as we near the autumn budget, James explains some of Chancellor Rachel Reeves' options.What do you think will be in the budget? Why not leave us a comment where you're listening?

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00:15:13

#201 ✨ Gold has entered the chat ✨

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/10/13

🪙 When James Sproule was growing up, gold was $35 per ounce. Today it's more than $4,000 per ounce. On the podcast this week we look at what's driving the surge in the price of gold and other precious metals.Plus, James and Daniel Mahoney ask what could happen to the global economy if a potential AI stocks bubble pops.Let us know what you think in the comments.

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00:15:24

#200 Unpacking France's fiscal woes and why are...

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/10/06

James Sproule is joined by our Global Head of Forecasting, Johan Löf to unpick how the shock resignation of France's latest prime minister is being felt by markets. Plus, could the UK's pipeline of new homes be hit by rising costs?Subscribe and rate us wherever you're listening.

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00:12:11

#199 What's going to boost UK productivity?

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/09/29

This week James and Dan round up the latest UK data - does it change their outlook for the economy? Plus, could changing attitudes to technology help UK productivity growth?All in under 15 minutes.What do you think? Drop us a comment wherever you're listening.

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00:15:21

#198 The big story from the latest MPC meeting

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/09/22

The Bank of England rates decision wasn't the biggest story to come out of last week's MPC meeting. Dan and James unpack the news on quantitative tightening and explain why it matters.Plus, house prices in England are on paper more affordable than they were in 2022 but James explains why he thinks that's not the full picture.Subscribe and rate us wherever you're listening - and why not drop us your thoughts in the comments?

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00:13:20

#197 Our latest Global Macro Forecast is out (and...

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/09/15

Join James Sproule, Daniel Mahoney and Global Head of Forecasting Johan Löf to hear what's in our latest in-depth look at the health of the global economy, as well as why September is a key month in the Bank of England's calendar.All in under 15 minutes.Read the Handelsbanken Global Macro Forecast, September 2025.

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00:14:59

#196 Gilt yields update, budget kite-flying, and good...

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/09/08

On this week's podcast, Daniel Mahoney and James Sproule look at what high yields mean in the long-dated gilts market, consider a property tax idea being mooted for inclusion in the autumn budget, and reveal good news at last from the office property market. Please rate us wherever you're listening.

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00:14:28

#195 It's nearly autumn - must be Budget time

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/09/01

We're back after our break to discuss the impact of the summer's big news in macroeconomics.From the Bank of England's rate decision to what might be in the autumn Budget, James Sproule and Daniel Mahoney are here to bring you up to date in under 15 minutes.Rate us and subscribe wherever you're listening.

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00:21:33

#194 Ready to take a breath? 🌬️

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/07/28

Join James Sproule, Daniel Mahoney and Cameron Willard for our season finale, a longer than usual episode (there's lots to cover) looking at how the world of money and markets has shaped up in the first half of 2025.📊 How have Trump tariffs played out?📊 Who's benefited from market volatility?📊 Where will the chancellor find the extra cash needed for the economy?Grab a coffee and listen in.We're taking a break through August, join us again on September 1.

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00:15:10

#193 Mansion House mood music

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/07/21

How did the chancellor's much anticipated Mansion House speech go down and does it change the outlook for the UK economy? James Sproule and Daniel Mahoney look into the detail.Plus, how might the latest employment and inflation affect the next interest rates decision?Let us know what you think of the podcast - why not drop us a review?

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00:11:54

#192 The chancellor's challenges (and more tariff...

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/07/14

Our Head of Forecasting Johan Löf joins Daniel Mahoney and updates us with the latest chapter in the Trump Tariffs saga. UK Chief Economist James Sproule looks at the OBR's fiscal sustainability report and explains why it's sobering reading for the chancellor as she prepares to address the City at the annual Mansion House speech.All in under 15 minutes.Why not leave us a review wherever you're listening?

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00:15:02

#191 Trump Tariffs deadline day 🕛

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/07/07

Our Head of Economic Forecasting Johan Löf joins host Daniel Mahoney and UK Chief Economist James Sproule on the pod this week to clear up what's happening with the looming Trump Tariffs deadline. Plus, what did the markets make of the drama at last week's Prime Minister's Questions?Rate us and subscribe wherever you're listening.

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00:10:42

#190 How well have equities ridden recent...

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/06/30

This week, Daniel Mahoney and James Sproule dig into how a turbulent first half of the year has played out in the markets.Plus, James reveals trends he's seeing in commercial property.All in under 15 minutes.Subscribe where you're listening - and why not also leave us a review?

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00:14:54

#189 Markets respond to Middle East escalation

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/06/23

Daniel Mahoney and James Sproule explain how military tensions over Iran are affecting global markets and trade and ask if the situation could hit President Trump's tariff programme.Plus, how might the current uncertainty influence the path of interest rates? Subscribe wherever you're listening and why not leave a review too?

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00:11:53

#188 The Spending Review - reviewed

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/06/16

On this week's podcast, Daniel Mahoney joins host Sonia Rothwell to pick out the key parts of the Chancellor's first Spending Review. Plus, Dan gives his thoughts on what will weigh on the minds of the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee as it makes this week's interest rates decision.All in under 15 minutes.Subscribe and rate us wherever you're listening.

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00:12:48

#187 UK Spending Review and Trump's "beautiful"...

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/06/09

Our Head of Forecasting Johan Löf joins the pod as James Sproule and Daniel Mahoney discuss what's needed for governments in the UK and US to meet their financial obligations.And ahead of the UK Spending Review, Daniel Mahoney outlines the obstacles facing the chancellor. All in under 15 minutes.Join the conversation by dropping us a comment below, and rate us wherever you're listening.

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00:16:00

#186 Shelter from the trade war storm ☔

Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update ·

2025/06/02

Join us for a roundup of the biggest recent economics stories including the latest Bank of England rates decision and better than expected growth news. UK Economist Daniel Mahoney will be running through the numbers with this week's host Sonia Rothwell.And our Head of Forecasting Johan Löf is on hand to talk about what's in the latest edition of our Global Macro Forecast - which you can read here .

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