The second estimate of Q4 GDP confirmed that the economy finished 2011 on a weak footing. Admittedly, the drop reflected a temporary dip in the pace of stockbuilding by firms. There are signs too that growth has picked up at the start of this year. However, we still struggle to see how this pick-up will be sustained.
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