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The Macro Research team provides global forecasts and analysis of macroeconomic and market developments across the world. He joined AXA IM in 2014 as a Senior Economist in the Research and Investment Strategy team, providing macroeconomic and market analysis, chiefly on the US and UK economies.
Prior to AXA IM, David spent four years with Lloyds Banking Group where he worked as the primary fixed income macroeconomist, with a specific emphasis on the UK. Before that, he spent 10 years with Investec, working most recently in the Securities team providing macroeconomic advice for the Group, specialising in UK and European affairs.
David initially joined Investec in the Treasury and Specialised Finance area, supporting interest rate trading activities. He started his career in the Government Economic Service in 1996, working in the Office of Electricity Regulation and subsequently for the Debt Management Office. David holds a Master’s degree in Economics from the University of Warwick and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of York.
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European Convergence
by Gilles Moëc 13 May 2024 (10 min read)
Investment Institute

Take Two: Trade growth expected to double in 2024; Bank of England signals rate cuts
by AXA Investment Managers 13 May 2024 (3 min read)
Investment Institute

China reaction: CPI stabilised after a bumpy Q1, while PPI remained sluggish
by Yingrui Wang 13 May 2024 (3 min read)
Investment Institute

UK reaction: UK exits recession with better-than-expected GDP growth
by Gabriella Dickens 10 May 2024 (3 min read)
Investment Institute

UK reaction: June cut remains firmly on the cards
by Gabriella Dickens 09 May 2024 (3 min read)
Investment Institute

EM Latin America reaction: Mexico keeps policy rate on hold at 11%
by Luis Lopez-Vivas 09 May 2024 (3 min read)
Investment Institute
