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The latest BCC Economic Forecast suggests growth will remain subdued in 2026 and 2027, as the reverberations of the Middle East conflict continue to be felt.
The latest BCC Economic Forecast suggests growth will remain subdued in 2026 and 2027, as the...
New research shows 80% of surveyed firms report an existing or expected impact from the Iran conflict.
New research shows 80% of surveyed firms report an existing or expected impact from the Iran...
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has warned that changes to UK steel quotas and tariffs could add millions of pounds to manufacturers’ costs.
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has warned that changes to UK steel quotas and tariffs...
Caterina Batog, Research & Economics Analyst, explore the key factors that the Bank should carefully monitor ahead of its next decision and what our research shows
Caterina Batog, Research & Economics Analyst, explore the key factors that the Bank should carefully monitor...
Our Head of Research, David Bharier, explores if the UK can win quantum where it lost in semiconductors
Our Head of Research, David Bharier, explores if the UK can win quantum where it lost...
Professor Raphael Dennett from Exeter Uni explore the impact of AI on skills and labour market in the UK
Professor Raphael Dennett from Exeter Uni explore the impact of AI on skills and labour market...
The latest QES shows UK businesses still operating in a fragile, low-confidence environment after a decade of repeated economic shocks. With new risks emerging from the conflict in Iran, the survey suggests firms may
The latest QES shows UK businesses still operating in a fragile, low-confidence environment after a decade...
Nearly three quarters of firms (71%) say they experienced hiring difficulties in Q1 of 2026, according to the latest BCC data.
Nearly three quarters of firms (71%) say they experienced hiring difficulties in Q1 of 2026, according...
Confidence among firms remained fragile at the start of 2026, despite some small shoots of recovery.
Confidence among firms remained fragile at the start of 2026, despite some small shoots of recovery....
A major new BCC study shows that AI adoption has accelerated compared to previous years. So, the key question is - could AI replace junior staff and if so, what would this mean for
A major new BCC study shows that AI adoption has accelerated compared to previous years. So,...

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