Economics / Markets

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US markets continued to edge higher on Wednesday, despite the Federal Reserve's latest minutes suggesting an interest rate hike may come sooner than expected.

Two members of the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee voted for a 25bps rate hike this month, latest minutes show - the first call for hikes in over three years.

UK consumer price inflation assumed its downwards trajectory once more in July following a sharp spike the previous month.

Wealth managers report their clients are clamouring to take on more risk in portfolios, even as markets retreat from record highs.

Asian markets enjoyed a mixed trading session at the start of the week, oscillating between gains and losses as the latest relief rally comes under pressure.