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Thomas Pugh

Executive

Chief economist at RSM UK.

Notable Quotes

"The sales rebound last month suggests that consumers are opening their wallets again as budget uncertainty recedes."

"Underlying growth will slow from here, even if there is a deal in Iran."

"suggests that consumers are opening their wallets again as budget uncertainty recedes"

"Confidence should continue to improve this year as inflation and interest rates come down and the housing market picks up."

"The big risk is a disruptive (Government) leadership contest which resurrects the spectre of tax rises and dampens confidence again."