In the wake of the Middle East conflict, the UK economy is signalling heightened stagflation risks. This was backed by warnings from shipping experts, who noted that supply chain fractures guarantee at least six months of elevated food and fuel prices. The final composite Purchasing Managers' Index ("PMI") set to a six-month low of 50.3 as 40% of firms reported rising costs. Even with a fragile US-Iran ceasefire holding at the time of writing, the Bank of England ("BoE") faces a severe policy dilemma...

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In the wake of the Middle East conflict, the UK economy is signalling heightened stagflation risks. This was backed by warnings from shipping experts, who noted that supply chain fractures guarantee at least six months of elevated food and fuel prices. The final composite Purchasing Managers' Index ("PMI") set to a six-month low of 50.3 as 40% of firms reported rising costs. Even with a fragile US-Iran ceasefire holding at the time of writing, the Bank of England ("BoE") faces a severe policy dilemma...

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Antofagasta, Kingfisher and Entain

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This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management’s own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise, so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction, and if you require professional advice you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 226344) and is a member of the London Stock Exchange

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UK markets faced a sharp deterioration in sentiment in the final week of the tax year, as escalating tensions around the Iran conflict weighed heavily on business confidence. The Institute of Directors (“IoD”) index fell to a record low, reinforced by survey evidence from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (“ICAEW”), highlighting a rapid deterioration in corporate outlook. Inflation risks intensified, driven by surging energy prices, with analysts expecting the energy price cap to rise by 18% in July. Food inflation is also projected to accelerate to 9% by year-end from 3.3%, adding further pressure on households. Markets responded by pricing in renewed rate hikes, although Bank of England (“BoE”) Governor Andrew Bailey pushed back, cautioning that markets may be overreacting and signalling that policymakers remain focused on supporting growth through an energy-driven shock.

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3i Group, Babcock International Group and Berkeley Group Holdings

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This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management’s own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise, so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction, and if you require professional advice you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 226344) and is a member of the London Stock Exchange

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