Recovery is in the air: Jitters for the future remain, but market rebound has a spring in its step

Reasons to be cautiously hopeful for year ahead

"Spring is nature's way of saying: 'Let's party!" – Robin Williams.

Spring is the time of year when nature comes alive; flowers start to bloom, animals awaken and temperatures slowly rise. Similarly having been in hibernation for months, the question is whether UK consumers will re-emerge feeling rejuvenated, start spending and we will see an economic-style spring?  Retailers, restaurateurs and pub landlords will be hoping so as they open their doors again. The International Monetary Fund is certainly forecasting an economic bounce. It has upgraded its growth estimates for the UK to 5.3% this year and 5.1% in 2022.  This follows last year's Covi...