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Our Chief Economist has a passion for economics and the financial markets. As well as sharing his insights with us, he has also authored four fascinating books on the subject.
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This award-winning Senior Economist and author has a proven track record of accurate forecasting. Arne is involved in projects that leverage big data and AI. He is also the host of the popular podcast Bel34.
In our latest Nowcast update of the recently ended quarter, we note a slowdown to 0.2% quarter-on-quarter.
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