Growth is expected to stay tepid
CEO cites stress, health in decision to resign from post
Higher upfront cost reduces long-term risks for economy, banks
Risk management and diversification important in uncertain market.
Value manager sees opportunities in second half.
All five leaders are said to back the principle of letting in new members, but decision still uncertain
Policymakers seek to ensure CCP readiness to handle loss events
Annual rate falls to 6.8% largely driven by lower energy prices, according to Office for National Statistics
Core inflation recedes alongside falling energy prices
Margins, profits to be squeezed as consumer protections boosted