War tests Sweden’s economic resilience
by Ben Poole
Sweden’s economy is set for a temporary slowdown, but low inflation, rising household incomes, public investment and a cautious Riksbank offer hope.
Cash & Liquidity Mngm in Europe
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Banks and other suppliers in Europe offer some of the most advanced cross-border liquidity management solutions available today. There are now several locations in Europe for managing global…
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Global PMIs flash warning as war drives inflation spike and stalls growth
by Ben Poole
A surge in inflation and a clear loss of growth momentum has begun to filter through the global economy.
War clouds improving global business outlook as supply chains rebound
by Ben Poole
Firms entered 2026 with improving confidence and strengthening manufacturing demand, but war in the Middle East now threatens supply chains.
88% of corporates hedge FX as volatility hits profits
by Ben Poole
Firms are adjusting hedge ratios, extending hedge tenors and investing in automation to navigate currency volatility.
Firmer output meets cautious hiring in January PMIs
by Ben Poole
Global economic activity shows a modest but broad-based improvement at the start of 2026.
Global supply chains soften further ahead of 2026
by Ben Poole
After a turbulent two years for production lines, global supply chains are entering 2026 in a noticeably quieter state.
AI in treasury moves from promise to practical progress
by Ben Poole
Treasury is now in a transition from rule-based workflows to learning systems and, eventually, autonomous agents.
EY upgrades UK growth forecast to 1.5% for 2025
by Ben Poole
EY has upgraded its forecast for UK GDP growth in 2025 from 1% to 1.5% after economy showed greater momentum than expected.
Cost pressures mount as UK CFOs retreat from investment
by Ben Poole
UK finance leaders are entering Q4 in a cautious mood, with cost expectations rising sharply and profit forecasts falling to multi-year lows.
China powers manufacturing rebound while the West cools
by Ben Poole
China’s factory resurgence drives Asia’s busiest production stretch since mid-2022 while North American and European manufacturers continue to slow.
Growth holds but confidence slips in September’s flash PMI data
by Ben Poole
Across the Eurozone, UK, and US, services have largely propped up activity, while manufacturing shows renewed fragility.
Trump in UK as Fed trims rates and BoE stays put
by Ben Poole
The Fed delivered its first interest rate cut of 2025, while the BoE opted to hold rates steady at 4%.
US growth heats up while Europe and UK tread carefully
by Ben Poole
Private sector growth in August 2025 picked up across major developed economies.
BoE cuts rates to 4% as growth falters and inflation picture shifts
by Ben Poole
In a closely split decision, the BoE made its third rate cut in the past 12 months.
Global growth divides as Eurozone steadies, UK cools and US powers ahead
by Ben Poole
The latest Flash Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) surveys show how trade policy shifts and cost pressures are influencing business conditions.
Flickers of resilience emerge in global PMI data despite patchy progress
by Ben Poole
Global business activity showed faint signs of recovery in June, with the eurozone, UK and US all reporting growth.
European treasurers demonstrate clear focus amid shifting risks
by Ben Poole
Cash flow forecasting and long-term funding remain top priorities for European treasurers.
Global trade disruption forces UK CEOs to re-evaluate investment strategies
by Ben Poole
UK CEOs are adjusting their strategic investment plans as geopolitical, macroeconomic and trade uncertainties continue to disrupt global markets.
Tariffs trigger sharpest drop in global manufacturing demand
by Ben Poole
Global manufacturers cut purchases at the fastest pace this year in April.
UK CFOs turn defensive as geopolitical risks and cost pressures mount
by Ben Poole
Finance leaders at the UK’s largest businesses have entered 2025 with a markedly defensive outlook.
March PMI data sees resilient demand meet rising caution
by Ben Poole
While private sector output improved in the US, Eurozone and UK, confidence in the economic outlook continued to falter.
One in five UK-listed companies issued a profit warning in 2024
by Ben Poole
This represents the third highest annual proportion of profit warnings in 25 years.
8 hot takes to test treasury risk policies
by Ben Poole
Online trading and investment firm Saxo has announced its annual Outrageous Predictions for the year ahead.
Ninety countries join e-commerce initiative – Industry roundup: 30 July
by Graham Buck
Three rate decisions awaited; Russia hikes rates to 18%; Supply chain shortage dents Porsche; Slovenia first EU nation to issue sovereign digital bond