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The key points from today’s economic news, brought to you by Guardian Stockbrokers.
UK Halifax house prices unexpectedly rose in March
In the UK, the Halifax house prices unexpectedly advanced 0.80% on a MoM basis in March, compared to a revised rise of 1.20% in the previous month.
UK S&P Global construction PMI dropped more than anticipated in March
In the UK, the S&P Global construction PMI fell to 50.70 in March, compared to a level of 54.60 in the previous month. Markets were expecting the PMI to drop to 53.50.
UK BRC like-for-like retail sales remained steady in March
In the UK, the BRC like-for-like retail sales rose 4.90% on a YoY basis in March.
German industrial production advanced more than expected in February
In Germany, industrial production rose 2.00% on a MoM basis in February, compared to a revised rise of 3.70% in the last month. Market expectations were for industrial production to rise 0.10%.
US initial jobless claims fell less than anticipated in the week ended 31 March 2023
In the US, initial jobless claims declined to 228.00 K in the week ended 31 March 2023, compared to a revised level of 246.00 K in the prior week. Markets were expecting jobless claims to fall to 200.00 K.
US nonfarm payrolls climbed less than expected in March
In the US, nonfarm payrolls advanced by 236.00 K in March, compared to a revised level of 326.00 K jobs in the prior month. Market anticipations were for nonfarm payrolls to rise by 240.00 K.
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