The Unassuming Economist

From The Scotsman:

“Watching Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ maiden Budget and Mansion House speech, one thing was clear – this is a UK government focused on long-term economic growth.

Reeves’ plan to “invest, invest, invest”, and the provision of Scotland’s largest financial settlement since devolution demonstrates a clear government mandate to drive growth and boost investment both into and from Scotland.

This is a vision shared by the investment management industry, which channels some £1.4 trillion into the UK economy on behalf of households across the country. Our industry has a long heritage in Scotland. Edinburgh remains the second largest centre of investment management in the UK, managing £490 billion in assets, and the Scottish investment management industry employs about 13,000 people. Much to be proud of.”

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