News in Review

This week’s edition covers Scotland’s draft Budget and subdued UK house prices as year-end data emerges

Economic Review – December 2025

In our Economic Review of December – the Bank of England (BoE) warn further reductions were likely to become a ‘closer call,’ analysts suggest uncertainty ahead of the Budget affected growth, negatively impacting both consumer and business spending levels and retail conditions remain challenging.

Property Review

UK commercial property faces shifting taxes, rising regional office rents, resilient West End investment, and growing demand for let-ready space

Year in Review

Our Year in Review document takes a closer look at key events in 2025 impacting the global economy and markets, and looking ahead to what 2026 may have in store.  

News in Review

UK GDP unexpectedly shrank in October as production fell, Budget uncertainty lingered and rate cuts may be on the cards.

News in Review

This week’s News in Review highlights some of the main announcements from Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ second Budget and weakening retail sentiment 

Economic Review November 2025

In our Economic Review of November – the OBR sets out UK growth prospects, the Bank of England maintains interest rates at their current level following a tight vote and the labour market continues to weaken.

Economic Review – October 2025

In our Economic Review of October – there were signs of renewed momentum for the UK economy, with modest GDP growth, steady inflation and improving business confidence. Global markets responded positively to strong corporate earnings and easing trade tensions, while attention now turns to the upcoming Autumn Budget.

Residential Property Review – October 2025

In October’s Residential Property Review we cover the latest housing and rental trends, government proposals to reform the buying process and the winner of Britain’s top architecture prize. Plus, the latest government data on house prices. 

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