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News in Review

In this week’s edition – encouraging economic data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the rise in oil prices, the government announces a tourist tax and a surge in buyer demand for property. Read on for more…

News in Review

This week John Healey delivered his first major speech as Chancellor, business confidence increases by 4 points, the latest data on the manufacturing and services sectors is out and an update on savings. Read on to find out more…

News in Review

Housing market improves, Burnham boosts business confidence, difficulties in the retail sector and US inflation still high

Economic Review – August 2026

August’s Economic Review – UK economy expands unexpectedly, UK jobs market “stagnant,” retail sales wilt and higher energy costs

News in Review

Annual UK inflation rate 2.9% in July, consumer confidence improves, boost in business activity and rise in financial anxiety

News in Review

UK economy growth, latest employment and earnings figures, pensioner poverty and water bills set to rise

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Public spending to support British jobs, consumers face more expense, UK service sector returned to growth and house price update

News in Review

Bank rate held at 3.75%, Budget confirmed, Burnham commits to social care reform, retail sales and private sector updates

Economic Review – July 2026

July’s Economic Review – Bank Rate held at 3.75%, June UK inflation dip, consumer confidence lifts but business confidence drops

News in Review

Andy Burnham’s first week as Prime Minister, June’s easing inflation, oil price volatility plus US tariffs and house price growth