The Brexit economy: the storm clouds are gathering

Guardian analysis of key economic figures paints a picture of deepening gloom, with rising inflation denting consumer spending and investmentThe Bank of England is seriously considering raising rates for the first time in 10 years against a backdrop of lacklustre economic growth, as a Guardian analysis shows the Brexit vote sapping business confidence and hitting household income.As Mark Carney, the Bank’s governor, prepares to hike the cost of borrowing for the first time since 2007 from