Financial markets: Economic indicators
The price of shares and commodities can help show the health of the economy. Find the latest data on the prices of shares, oil and gold.

This debate pack has been prepared ahead of the Backbench Business Committee debate on Quantitative Easing, which will take place on Thursday 15 September in the Commons Chamber.
Quantitative Easing (230 KB , PDF)
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Read Commons Hansard: Quantitative easing
Quantitative Easing (230 KB , PDF)
The price of shares and commodities can help show the health of the economy. Find the latest data on the prices of shares, oil and gold.
Debt levels affect how much households spend. Find the latest data on UK household debt, mortgage rates and insolvencies.
Unemployment data tells us about the strength of the labour market. Find the latest data on UK unemployment levels and rates.