Dan Hanson

Marcus Ashworth, a Bloomberg Opinion columnist, and Dan Hanson, Chief UK Economist at Bloomberg, delve into the implications of soaring UK 30-year bond yields, reaching highs not seen since 1998. They discuss the urgent need for the government to regain market confidence ahead of an important budget, exploring how political instability affects bond markets. The duo also examines the Chancellor's fiscal strategies and the importance of communication amid potential pre-budget announcements, navigating the uncertain landscape of UK economics.

Dan Hanson, Chief UK Economist at Bloomberg Economics, shares insights on the contrasting perceptions of the UK's economic outlook. He discusses the surprising growth amidst negative narratives, highlighting real wage increases and government spending impacts. The conversation turns to the challenges of productivity and investment, urging for increased public support. Finally, Hanson delves into the current state of the gilt market and the fiscal hurdles as the autumn budget approaches, providing a nuanced view of the UK's economic landscape.

Michael McKee, Bloomberg's International Economics correspondent, Paul Jackson, Asia Economy Editor, and Dan Hanson, chief UK economist, delve into the crucial upcoming decisions from the Fed, BOE, and BOJ. They discuss the potential impacts these monetary policies may have on global interest rates and inflation. The conversation also touches on the challenges in the U.S. housing market and Japan's economic strategies amidst inflationary pressures, highlighting the intricate dynamics of tariffs affecting Japan’s economic outlook.