Quarterly economic commentary: April to June 2026
Economic commentary for April–June 2026 setting out latest national accounts, price movements and labour market indicators, with analysis of drivers behind recent GDP and inflation trends.
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UK Economic Accounts: April to June 2026
Comprehensive UK economic accounts for April–June 2026 presenting national product, income and expenditure aggregates, plus sector accounts and balance of payments estimates to inform GDP measurement and macroeconomic analysis.
Event: Devolution that delivers: fiscal power for regional growth
Announces an IPPR/Arup event on fiscal devolution, discussing proposals to give mayors greater tax, spending and borrowing powers to drive regional growth, with speakers including Greater Manchester Mayor Bev Craig and local government leaders.
India trade mission unlocks hundreds of UK jobs and new deals
A UK trade mission to India has secured new deals and claims to have unlocked hundreds of UK jobs, with Ministers and Mayors promoting trade links to drive growth for British businesses.
UK trade development plan update: Oct 2026
Progress update on developing UK trade and investment statistics, outlining recent improvements, ongoing projects and future plans to enhance trade data quality and coverage since the 2022 development plan.
Bank of England Weekly Report 14 October 2026
The Bank of England’s Weekly Report for 14 October 2026 publishes the latest data on the Bank’s assets and liabilities; the report is released each Thursday.
Consumer trends, UK: April to June 2026
Household final consumption expenditure (HHFCE) data for April–June 2026, measuring UK household spending on goods and services used as a component of GDP and short‑term growth analysis.
UK trade in Food, Feed and Drink, 2025 updated
Updated 2025 release of UK trade in Food, Feed and Drink, presenting values in current prices and real terms to show trends in exports and imports for the agri-food sector.
Economic activity and social change in the UK, real-time indicators: 1 October 2026
Experimental real‑time indicators published by the ONS on 1 October 2026 provide early data and analysis on UK economic activity and social change, drawing on rapid response surveys, novel data sources and experimental methods.
Joint Statement of 16th Meeting of the India–UK JETCO
At the 16th UK–India JETCO, ministers marked early FTA successes, agreed steps to maximise benefits for businesses and committed to deepen co‑operation ahead of the 2027 meeting of the Joint Economic and Trade Committee.
Consolidated balance sheet - 30 June 2025
The Bank of England publishes its consolidated balance sheet for 30 June 2025, providing quarterly consolidated assets and liabilities data covering the prior five quarters.
The Putin Tax and the Cost of Russian Hostility to Britain
A new report examines the costs to Britain of Russian hostility, arguing government must quantify the economic and strategic burden—dubbed the 'Putin Tax'—that sanctions and ongoing tensions impose on the UK.
French Adults Stand Out for Their Economic Pessimism
In a multinational poll, 85% of French adults say their national economy is doing badly — the highest share among 18 high‑income countries included in the survey.
Balance of payments, UK: April to June 2026
Balance of payments statistics for April–June 2026 measuring the UK’s cross-border transactions, including trade in goods and services, primary and secondary income, capital transfers and positions in external assets and liabilities.
Remedies offered to resolve concerns in non-domestic meter reading merger
Macquarie has offered remedies to address CMA concerns over its proposed acquisition of EAG, which provides non-domestic meter reading services; the CMA indicates these remedies may be accepted while the merger review continues.
Brits to benefit from faster recovery from surgeries and better harvests through new backing for robotics
Announces national robotics hubs to help businesses and public services adopt advanced robotics, promising faster surgical recovery and improved agricultural yields by supporting deployment of cutting‑edge robotics technology across the UK.
Britain's Productivity Problem Is a Choice
Argues UK productivity stagnation since 2008 — output per hour growth halved from ~2% to about 1% or less — is self‑inflicted, widening gaps with the US, France and Germany and harming wages, public services and living standards.
UK trade development plan update: October 2026
An October 2026 update on improvements made to UK trade statistics since the 2022 UK Trade Development Plan, and details of continuing and planned work to further develop trade and investment data.
Scottish Businesses Take India Trade Deal To Market
A UK Government trade mission will promote Scottish exporters — including Scotch whisky and salmon — to boost access to the Indian market and create new commercial opportunities for Scottish businesses.
Business Secretary sets out plan for new industrial economy
The Business, Innovation, Science and Trade Secretary set out a plan for a 'new industrial economy' in remarks at the West Midlands Growth Summit in Coventry on 8 October 2026, outlining government priorities for industry and growth.
New Kyiv Business Centre opens in Ukraine
A UK-supported Kyiv Business Centre has opened, hosting an inaugural meeting and providing a permanent UK presence in Ukraine intended to support and promote UK companies operating there.
Exeter self-driving boat manufacturer goes overseas with government-backed finance
HydroSurv, a self‑driving boat manufacturer in Exeter, has secured £150,000 in Nighthawk Export Finance support backed by a UK government guarantee to help the company expand into overseas markets.
Healey’s Budget is a moment he must not miss
Commentary argues Chancellor Healey must use the forthcoming Budget as a decisive opportunity to set fiscal and economic direction, implying strategic tax and spending choices are needed to restore credibility and deliver policy priorities.
Budget 2026: When Fiscal and Monetary Policy Collide
Ahead of the 28 October Budget, NIESR warns of rising inflation driven by elevated global energy prices and examines tensions between fiscal tightening and monetary policy, exploring implications for growth, inflation and public borrowing.
Monthly Decision Maker Panel data - September 2026
Publishes the September 2026 Decision Maker Panel, a monthly survey of chief financial officers across small, medium and large UK firms used to monitor economic developments and businesses’ views.
PM speech at the Innovation Nation Summit: 9 October 2026
Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivered a speech at the Innovation Nation Summit on 9 October 2026, addressing attendees at the national innovation conference and outlining the UK government’s priorities for supporting technological development and commercialisation.
Once again, business rates are a tax upon landlords
The piece argues business rates effectively tax landlords and criticises proposals to shift costs onto large retailers. It highlights John Lewis chairman Jason Tarry warning Chancellor John Healey that a 'warehouse tax' to fund Andy Burnham’s pub and venue cuts would threaten high‑street closures.
First ever UK-Germany tech corridor unlocks investment, jobs and opportunity for British business
A first UK‑Germany Industrial Tech Corridor will connect companies across both countries to promote investment, job creation and adoption of advanced technologies through partnerships and cross‑border collaboration.
UK international sea passengers: August 2026
Monthly statistics on UK international and domestic sea passenger numbers for August 2026, detailing arrivals and departures across ports and trends in ferry and cruise traffic.
New duty proposed on imports of Chinese rutile titanium dioxide
The TRA has proposed an anti‑dumping duty on Chinese imports of rutile titanium dioxide to protect the UK industry it says is at risk of injury, initiating an investigation and potential trade remedy measure.