UK economy grows in February as recovery gathers steam April 12, 2024 The figures will raise hopes that the UK economy can move on from a disappointing 2023.
UK economy: ‘No overall improvement’ for business in first quarter April 11, 2024 "After a slight rise in Q4, levels of business confidence have remained static," the BCC said.
Five graphs that explain the UK economy ahead of GDP, inflation and unemployment data April 10, 2024 The great challenge for the UK economy is to restore some degree of growth following a very sluggish 2023.
UK economy: ‘Worst is behind us’ as optimism among finance bosses rises again April 8, 2024 With inflation falling fast and interest rates likely to be cut in a matter of months, CFOs are much more confident about their business prospects than is normally the case.
UK economy: Business output at highest level since May 2022 as recovery continues April 8, 2024 Economic output climbed to its highest level since May 2022 in March, according to the BDO Business Trends report.
UK services sector continues to grow driving fears of ‘sticky’ inflation April 4, 2024 Firms in the service sector noted that economic conditions were slowly improving, but flagged household incomes remained constrained due to higher interest rates.
Why economists might be underestimating the UK economy April 3, 2024 French argues that "household balance sheets have never been healthier," a point which he argues the consensus is underestimating.
UK economy: Disposable income climbs despite recession March 28, 2024 Despite a rise in disposable income, household expenditure actually fell as people replenished their savings accounts and paid down debt.
UK recession confirmed as revised figures deal fresh blow to Rishi Sunak March 28, 2024 Latest official figures have confirmed that the UK fell into recession at the end of last year in a blow to prime minister Rishi Sunak's economic policy.
AI could add £144bn to GDP over next five years but millions of jobs at risk, think tank says March 27, 2024 "History show that technological transition can be a boon if well managed, or can end in disruption if left to unfold without controls," Carsten Jung, senior economist at IPPR, said.