Economic Review – May 2026

May’s Economic Review – inflation eases despite Middle East conflict, surprise UK growth, Labour market slowing, historic Gulf trade deal

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Average UK house price growth slows, London leads Europe tech sector, energy bills to rise, vehicle production stabilises

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House prices remained relatively stable last month, elections shake up UK politics and manufacturing sees a positive Q2 start

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Monetary Policy Committee held Bank Rate at 3.75%, business confidence dropped in April, housing market shows resilience

Economic Review – April 2026

April’s Economic Review – Bank of England holds interest rates, UK braced for biggest growth hit of major economies and UK retail sales rebound

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News in Review: UK economy grew 0.5% in February, uncertainty over raised interest rates, BTL lending surges, cash ISA deals record high

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News in Review: IMF and World Bank Washington meeting, Starmer visits Middle East, shift in housing market, share of private pension wealth