Economics

For businesses across the UK, today’s inflation data represents the calm before the storm.
For businesses across the UK, today’s inflation data represents the calm before the storm....
The geopolitical kaleidoscope has been dramatically shaken since the Bank last met to set the interest rate. Today’s decision to hold rates at 3.75% was therefore widely expected.
The geopolitical kaleidoscope has been dramatically shaken since the Bank last met to set the interest...
The three key priorities in the Chancellor’s speech will resonate with many businesses as they fight to get on the front foot.
The three key priorities in the Chancellor’s speech will resonate with many businesses as they fight...
Today’s data shows the UK economy remains stuck in a worrying low growth trap.
Today’s data shows the UK economy remains stuck in a worrying low growth trap....
Our economic forecast suggests slow growth in 2026, higher inflation due to the Middle East crisis, and rising unemployment.
Our economic forecast suggests slow growth in 2026, higher inflation due to the Middle East crisis,...
The BCC has warned that removing the UK’s tariff exemption for low value imports could risk pushing up prices, harming small businesses and reducing trade intensity.
The BCC has warned that removing the UK’s tariff exemption for low value imports could risk...
Today’s Spring Statement confirmed that the UK economy is heading in the right direction, but a further acceleration is needed.
Today’s Spring Statement confirmed that the UK economy is heading in the right direction, but a...
A further easing of inflation, to 3% in January, will be cautiously welcomed by businesses. But firms are still facing huge price pressures.
A further easing of inflation, to 3% in January, will be cautiously welcomed by businesses. But...
Today’s data shows the first annual estimate of GDP came in at 1.3% in 2025, just below our own forecast of 1.4%.
Today’s data shows the first annual estimate of GDP came in at 1.3% in 2025, just...
Jun Du, professor at Aston University and member of the BCC's Economic Advisory Council (EAC), explores what the UK-China relationship should deliver next
Jun Du, professor at Aston University and member of the BCC's Economic Advisory Council (EAC), explores...

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