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
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

Annual UK inflation rate 2.9% in July, consumer confidence improves, boost in business activity and rise in financial anxiety
Residential Property Review – August 2026

Residential market update – Construction sector struggle, Right to Buy reforms ahead, sales activity lags in Devon and Cornwall
Commercial Property Market Review – August 2026

Commercial market update – London office take-up, hotel investment uptick, low supply in retail parks and the UK data centre market