Economy
May’s Economic Review – inflation eases despite Middle East conflict, surprise UK growth, Labour market slowing, historic Gulf trade deal
June 4, 2026
May’s Economic Review – inflation eases despite Middle East conflict, surprise UK growth, Labour market slowing, historic Gulf trade deal
Average UK house price growth slows, London leads Europe tech sector, energy bills to rise, vehicle production stabilises
Savills highlight an active but cautious housing market, landlords exit rental market, average house sale takes 33 days
House prices remained relatively stable last month, elections shake up UK politics and manufacturing sees a positive Q2 start
Monetary Policy Committee held Bank Rate at 3.75%, business confidence dropped in April, housing market shows resilience
April’s Economic Review – Bank of England holds interest rates, UK braced for biggest growth hit of major economies and UK retail sales rebound
The UK housing market lost momentum in March, prime property markets hit with caution, where are the most affordable towns in the UK
March’s Economic Review – Middle East conflict hits UK economy, interest rates on hold and UK wage growth continues to ease
News in Review: UK economy grew 0.5% in February, uncertainty over raised interest rates, BTL lending surges, cash ISA deals record high