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
Commercial Property Review – May 2026

Geopolitical uncertainty hits investor confidence, Build-to-Rent investment holds strong and quality drives UK holiday lets
Residential Property Review – May 2026

Savills highlight an active but cautious housing market, landlords exit rental market, average house sale takes 33 days
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
Commercial Property Market Review – April 2026

UK commercial real estate capital values flatten, new business rates valuations, strong recovery in retail and hotel sectors
Residential Property Review – April 2026

The UK housing market lost momentum in March, prime property markets hit with caution, where are the most affordable towns in the UK