News in Review

Middle East conflict impacts global growth, comfortable retirement unattainable for many and manufacturing shows recovery

Economic Review – May 2026

May’s Economic Review – inflation eases despite Middle East conflict, surprise UK growth, Labour market slowing, historic Gulf trade deal

News in Review

Average UK house price growth slows, London leads Europe tech sector, energy bills to rise, vehicle production stabilises

News in Review

Monetary Policy Committee held Bank Rate at 3.75%, business confidence dropped in April, housing market shows resilience

Economic Review – April 2026

April’s Economic Review – Bank of England holds interest rates, UK braced for biggest growth hit of major economies and UK retail sales rebound

News in Review

This week: the latest Office for National Statistics inflation figures, the US State visit, IHT receipts continue to climb