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Growth gone

Article Abstract:

The FTSE 100 index could drop due to worsening earnings prospects, according to ABN-Amro. Wage inflation and lower productivity are affecting earnings, as well as a rise in the value of pound sterling, which has hit exporters. The scope for improvements in efficiency from corporate restructuring and cost-cutting is also shrinking, and increased capital spending is needed for organic growth. This will affect the return on capital, which in turn could affect stock prices.

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Footsie's suspect link with fortune

Article Abstract:

UK share prices may be overvalued in relation to yields for yields for index-linked government securities (gilts). This could be because shares offer less risk, though new risks may appear as a result of the UK general election. Share prices may also take into account low levels of inflation, but this could change as inflationary pressure builds up again. UK gilt yields could drop which would correct relative valuations, but on the other hand, share prices could fall.

Government Bonds, Government securities

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Footsie's eerie silence

Article Abstract:

The volatility of FTSE 100 stocks has fallen, though this could change is option prices are a reliable guide.

Analysis, Financial Times Stock Exchange 100 Index

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