In the Economy category you will find all the latest news concerning the economic picture and its impact on the UK commercial property market. This includes the wider effect on businesses, employment and consumers.
Retailers were hoping that the combination of an improving economy and more optimistic consumer outlook would cause Christmas sales to skyrocket, but unfortunately this proved not to be the case. In fact, the high street endured its worst Christmas sales... Read More
Although most supermarket brands in the UK are struggling to attract custom at present, Morrisons has consistently been the worst performer out of the “big four”, with its failure to launch an online service until well after its key rivals and minimal... Read More
According to research by the business advisory firm, Delloitte, the retail sector has seen a significant drop in companies going into administration. The information showed that only 119 retailers went under in 2014 compared to the previous year, which saw... Read More
With Christmas over, business leaders will be turning their minds to the New Year and ways in which to strengthen their company output over the next 12 months. One initiative they may wish to consider introducing, however, could not only benefit their firms... Read More
At MPIPM Asia 2014 - the international real estate show for professionals, which took place in Hong Kong, one of the popular topics discussed was the UK and London property price growth due to high demand from Taiwanese and Chinese investors. Managing... Read More
When the holiday season approaches, tensions run high, as everyone is out to get their loved ones the gifts they desire. With the modern age that we live in, the ideal presents are very expensive and for many, seem unattainable. But over the past couple of... Read More
The commercial property market in Poland is facing a commercial property glut, according to the Central Bank. Developers are adding new projects even though current supply outstrips demand. Prices for commercial property in the country, which is the... Read More
After a few months of mild stagnation in the UK manufacturing sector, many firms are this week welcoming news that activity increased during November, putting an end to fears that the boom period experienced over summer was something of a fluke. Last... Read More
As Christmas approaches, retailers are hoping that the subdued consumer spending of late will pick up, allowing them to increase profits and guard the bottom line. Fortunately, it appears that the Christmas trading season has gotten off to a good start, with... Read More
Although a number of shopping centre developments have been approved or pitched lately, in the UK overall shopping centre development has remained at a level first seen at the beginning of the financial crisis. However, West Yorkshire has somewhat bucked this... Read More
The economy affects us all. It can make or break Governments, prove a factor in the success or failure of a business and dramatically influence consumer confidence. Our articles focus on its impact on the commercial property market in the widest sense.
This means that we cover stories on how the economy affects the prospects of commercial property occupiers and their employees. We also carry the latest company, financial and consumer news.
So if you want to read about the latest corporate developments or keep up to date with recent openings and closures on the high street then this is the page for you.
