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The key points from today’s economic news, brought to you by Guardian Stockbrokers.
UK public sector net borrowing deficit widened less than expected in March
In the UK, public sector net borrowing deficit widened to £20.71 billion in March, compared to a revised deficit of £12.50 billion in the prior month. Markets were expecting public sector net borrowing deficit to widen to £22.94 billion.
US housing price index unexpectedly rose in February
In the US, the housing price index unexpectedly advanced 0.50% on MoM basis in February, compared to a revised rise of 0.10% in the previous month.
US consumer confidence index dropped more than expected in April
In the US, the CB consumer confidence index fell to 101.30 in April, compared to a level of 104.00 in the previous month. Market anticipations were for consumer confidence to remain steady.
US new home sales rose more than anticipated in March
In the US, new home sales advanced 9.60% on a MoM basis in March, compared to a revised fall of 3.90% in the previous month. Markets were expecting new home sales to rise 1.10%.
US Richmond Fed manufacturing index declined more than expected in April
In the US, the Richmond Fed manufacturing index fell to -10.00 in April, compared to a level of -5.00 in the prior month. Markets were expecting the index to fall to -9.00.
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