How can risks to consumer confidence and broader public sentiment be proactively managed in times of financial market stress?

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The Financial Sector section covers a broad range of issues that relate to HM Treasury's responsibilities for financial services policy and financial stability. The department is responsible for promoting an internationally competitive financial services sector that supports sustainable growth across the UK, at the same time we are responsible for ensuring the stability of the financial system and through that the stability of the UK economy.

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HMT Areas of Research Interest October 2024

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