Inflation

Fell back into deflationary territory in September

Pimco's real-return manager, Bransby Whitton, takes a closer look at the advantages of holding commodities in portfolios despite the asset class's recent slump.

Dampens case for UK rate rise

Dirk Philippa, portfolio manager of the Fidelity Global Property fund, argues higher interest rates should not always be seen as a negative for real estate investors.

ECB cuts growth forecasts

UK inflation rises 0.1% in July to beat forecasts

Core inflation rises to highest level in five months

How manageable are economic threats?

Fund managers and economists have reacted to the surprise news that only one MPC member voted for a rate rise this month, saying the UK economy is 'not out of the woods yet'.

In its latest quarterly Inflation Report, the Bank of England has forecast inflation will remain low for longer than previously expected, as a result of weak energy prices and continuing currency strength.