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The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Quarterly Economic Forecast (QEF) has increased growth predictions for 2025, but the UK economy will remain sluggish.
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Quarterly Economic Forecast (QEF) has increased growth predictions for 2025,...
Only a fifth (20%) of procurement spend from the wider public sector, including central government, went to SMEs in 2024
Only a fifth (20%) of procurement spend from the wider public sector, including central government, went...
Around a third (35%) of businesses expect to grow this year, according to new research by the British Chambers of Commerce, in partnership with Royal Mail.
Around a third (35%) of businesses expect to grow this year, according to new research by...
Fresh research by the BCC shows the percentage of SME exporters reporting increased exports remained depressed ahead of the introduction of US tariffs.
Fresh research by the BCC shows the percentage of SME exporters reporting increased exports remained depressed...
Our latest Quarterly Recruitment Outlook reveals only a fifth (20%) of firms increased their workforce over the last three months.
Our latest Quarterly Recruitment Outlook reveals only a fifth (20%) of firms increased their workforce over...
Almost two thirds (62%) of UK firms with trade exposure to the USA say they will be negatively impacted by US tariffs, compared to 41% with no exposure.
Almost two thirds (62%) of UK firms with trade exposure to the USA say they will...
Ahead of the employer national insurance rise coming into effect this Sunday, our Quarterly Economic Survey shows business sentiment remains very weak.
Ahead of the employer national insurance rise coming into effect this Sunday, our Quarterly Economic Survey...
The BCC Quarterly Economic Forecast has revised down growth expectations for 2025, as firms deal with a raft of rising cost pressures.
The BCC Quarterly Economic Forecast has revised down growth expectations for 2025, as firms deal with...
82% of firms say the National Insurance rise will impact their business, according to new research by the BCC, in partnership with personal services firm AAB
82% of firms say the National Insurance rise will impact their business, according to new research...
The BCC has met with Ambassadors from across the EU to make the case for a trade relations reset that benefits businesses on both sides.
The BCC has met with Ambassadors from across the EU to make the case for a...