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

Inflation eased in April, UK trade deal with Gulf partners, Fuel Duty freeze extended and unemployment rate rises

News in review

Figures show the UK economy grew 0.3% in March, outline of the King’s Speech, Trump visits Beijing as US inflation soars