Economy
The UK economy in context: policy, trade, inflation and what global shifts mean for British business.
UK Economy Grows 0.4% in Second Quarter
The UK economy grew by 0.4% in the second quarter of 2026, according to official data released on 13 August, extending a stronger-than-expected...
Imran Hussain
UK Business Support: Burnham Signals More Help Ahead of Autumn Budget
UK business support remains on the government’s agenda as Prime Minister Andy Burnham prepares for the autumn Budget while acknowledging limited room for...
Eleanor Whitaker
OpenAI Cyber Incident Shows New Risks in AI Evaluation
OpenAI cyber incident disclosures in July 2026 offered businesses an unusually concrete example of how advanced AI evaluation can create operational security risk....
Aisha Khan
Netflix Live Sports Strategy Expands with Luke Littler Darts Event
Netflix live sports strategy is expanding again with Beat Luke Littler, a live darts event scheduled for 30 October 2026. The format will...
Aisha Khan
UK Tequila Market: What Hospitality Operators Need to Watch
UK tequila market interest has moved the category beyond the traditional nightclub shot and into premium cocktail menus, specialist retail and higher-end hospitality....
Eleanor Whitaker
UK Inflation and What It Means for Business Costs
UK inflation shapes business decisions through wages, input costs, borrowing conditions and customer demand. The latest published Office for National Statistics data showed...
Anika Desai
Bank of England Base Rate and Business Borrowing
Bank of England base rate decisions influence the cost of borrowing across the UK economy. For businesses, the most important effects are usually...
Margaret Whitfield
PRA Fine for HDI Global Highlights Reporting Control Failures
PRA fine action against HDI Global SE has highlighted the operational risk created by weak regulatory-reporting controls. The Prudential Regulation Authority imposed a...
Eleanor Whitaker
Editor's Pick
Executive Pay in the UK and Shareholder Expectations
Executive pay UK discussions have intensified across boardrooms as institutional investors demand tighter alignment between corporate performance and leadership rewards. Setting remuneration requires...
Richard Cole
UK Export Finance Support for British Exporters Explained
UK export finance mechanisms play a critical role in helping domestic enterprises navigate the complex waters of international trade. When selling goods and...
Margaret Whitfield
CEO Succession Planning in UK Companies and Why Boards Get It Wrong
CEO succession planning UK processes often stall because directors treat the transition as an isolated HR event rather than a continuous risk management...
Richard Cole
UK Energy Prices for Business and Managing Cost Volatility
UK energy prices business management demands constant vigilance from financial directors and operational leaders across mid-sized and energy-intensive firms. Navigating unpredictable wholesale markets...
Margaret Whitfield
The London Office Market and the Future of Executive Workspaces
London office market dynamics are shifting beneath the feet of corporate leaders who must balance hybrid attendance with long-term real estate commitments. Gone...
Richard Cole
Supply Chain Disruption and Resilience Strategies for UK Firms
UK supply chain disruption has become an everyday operational reality for commercial leaders trying to protect margins and maintain customer satisfaction. Modern trade...
Margaret Whitfield
Featured
Executive Pay in the UK and Shareholder Expectations
Executive pay UK discussions have intensified across boardrooms as institutional investors demand tighter alignment between corporate performance and leadership rewards. Setting remuneration requires...
UK Export Finance Support for British Exporters Explained
UK export finance mechanisms play a critical role in helping domestic enterprises navigate the complex waters of international trade. When selling goods and...
CEO Succession Planning in UK Companies and Why Boards Get It Wrong
CEO succession planning UK processes often stall because directors treat the transition as an isolated HR event rather than a continuous risk management...
UK Energy Prices for Business and Managing Cost Volatility
UK energy prices business management demands constant vigilance from financial directors and operational leaders across mid-sized and energy-intensive firms. Navigating unpredictable wholesale markets...
The London Office Market and the Future of Executive Workspaces
London office market dynamics are shifting beneath the feet of corporate leaders who must balance hybrid attendance with long-term real estate commitments. Gone...
Supply Chain Disruption and Resilience Strategies for UK Firms
UK supply chain disruption has become an everyday operational reality for commercial leaders trying to protect margins and maintain customer satisfaction. Modern trade...
