UK Opinions & Polls

Madge's Opinion:

Subject: Pay more attention to balance of trade - Dated: 29th Jan

The balance of payments is a record of a country’s economic transactions with the rest of the world. It comprises the current account, capital account, and financial account. The current account includes trade in goods and services, while the capital and financial accounts track capital flows.

A positive balance of trade occurs when a country exports more goods and services than it imports. For Britain, this implies that it is selling more abroad, leading to a surplus. This surplus contributes to a positive current account balance, bolstering the overall balance of payments.

Benefits of a positive balance of trade for Britain include increased foreign exchange reserves, which can stabilize the currency, lower interest rates, and foster economic growth. It also indicates international competitiveness and can enhance the nation’s economic stability.

Spending less on foreign holidays and cars and buying British helps the balance of trade.