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28 Sep

Yesterday I presented the first of the Econ Club series organised by @EconResCouncil
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28 Sep

As the Bank of England returns to purchasing #bonds, join us to hear @Frances_Coppola give us her take on the future of quantitative tightening.

https://ercouncil.org/2022/8303/

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23 Sep

Whilst Kwarteng's #minibudget2022 is likely to hurt government finances, his announcement clearly shows the priority that this government places on supply-side policies.

Read our #ChartoftheWeek here: https://bit.ly/3R8swgD

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14 Sep

We're incredibly pleased to announce that @Frances_Coppola will be kicking of our schedule of events. She'll join us on 19th October to discuss what lies ahead for QE.
You can book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/419565089477

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22 Jul

Interest payable on index-linked gilts has sky-rocketed and will continue to strain public finances if inflation is not addressed.

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