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Brexit: UK growth tipped to slow as firms run down stockpiles | Business | The Guardian

Brexit: UK growth tipped to slow as firms run down stockpiles | Business | The Guardian | Macroeconomics: UK economy, IB Economics | Scoop.it
Business group downgrades GDP forecast and warns dwindling investment will hurt long-term economy
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The latest growth forecast from the British Chambers of Commerce suggests that the economy is going to slow as firms start to run down Brexit stockpiles.

 

A good time for a new Prime Minister to take office.

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Brexit: 'Horrified' firms warn time is running out

Brexit: 'Horrified' firms warn time is running out | Macroeconomics: UK economy, IB Economics | Scoop.it
With 100 days to go before Brexit, firms say they need "practical steps" not political infighting.
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The prospects of a 'no deal' Brexit loom large - and business isn't happy with the British Chambers of Commerce, the Confederation of British Industry, manufacturers' organisation the EEF, the Federation of Small Businesses and the Institute of Directors all less than impressed with the political infighting.

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UK firms plan mass exodus if May allows no-deal Brexit | Politics | The Guardian

UK firms plan mass exodus if May allows no-deal Brexit | Politics | The Guardian | Macroeconomics: UK economy, IB Economics | Scoop.it
Business group warns that companies are getting ready to shift operations abroad
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"Will the last one out, please turn off the light..."

 

It seems that many companies have made plans to leave the UK in the event of a no-deal Brexit, according to the British Chambers of Commerce. 

 

Wot larks, Pip!

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UK growth forecast trimmed by British Chambers of Commerce

UK growth forecast trimmed by British Chambers of Commerce | Macroeconomics: UK economy, IB Economics | Scoop.it
The BCC lowers its UK growth forecasts, and says Brexit uncertainty is harming the economy.
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Another growth forecast which suggest subdued growth ahead...

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