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Economic data, forecasts and indicators

Data on activity in the economy and within industry sectors provide key indicators for analysing and forecasting growth and performance. On this page you can find quick links to a number of key macroeconomic indicators and economic statistics by sector.

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The library also maintains a separate collection of pages on financial markets.
Base rates
The base rate is an interest rate set by banks as a benchmark for pricing loans. It’s frequently encountered in the home loans market; many banks and building societies offer base rate tracking mortgages. This knowledge guide will show you the best sources for base rates on the web and in the Library.
Economic forecasts
A quick guide to economic forecasts for the UK and international markets.
Exchange rates
In our knowledge guide to foreign exchange rates we look at the best print and electronic sources for current and historical rates.
Retail Prices Index (RPI) and Consumer Prices Index (CPI)
An in-depth guide to the Retail Prices Index (RPI), the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) and selected international equivalents. The guide lists official and unofficial information sources in print and online.

Macroeconomic indicators

Consumer spending - economic indicators
Economic growth - economic indicators
Imports and exports - economic indicators
Inflation - economic indicators
Interest rates - economic indicators
Investment - economic indicators
Research and development - economic indicators
Salary, wages and staff development - economic indicators

Sectoral Indicators

Construction - economic indicators
Corporate finance - economic indiactors
Engineering and manufacturing - economic indicators
Financial services - economic indictors
Housing and property - economic indicators
Insurance - economic indicators
Technology, IT and telecommunications - economic indicators
Retail and wholesale - economic indicators

The ICAEW Library & Information Service also produces a series of Business and Industry Guides that provide useful information on a variety of business and industry sectors, including links to market research reports, statistics, trade bodies and trade journals.

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