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A slow start to the year

The key economic indicators released this month highlighted that job creation and retail sales have been solid. Despite nominal wage growth softening further, near-zero inflation continues to boost real wages. However, the yield on 10-year gilts fell to 1.35% as global growth concerns triggered a flight to safety.

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