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.
Following reports that shop vacancy rates are at a four year low, the latest British Retail Consortium (BRC) and KPMG Retail Sales Monitor makes further good reading for the high street. The report shows that like for like sales in January grew by 3.9... Read More
Confidence among CEOs and managing directors of British companies has hit a 22 year high, topping even the levels of confidence seen in the early 2000s before the financial crisis hit. According to business consultants BDO’s monthly optimism index, which... Read More
Thirteen years after it was originally submitted Edinburgh planners have approved a reworked application to redevelop the city’s Caltongate area. The controversial £150m scheme, like its old town site, has survived a troubled history. The original... Read More
Small British businesses are experiencing a change in fortunes this year, with overall conditions improving for the majority. Yet while the orders may be rolling in, one area remains of high concern to SMEs and larger firms alike – business... Read More
Although the economy has largely picked up and allowed industries such as manufacturing and retail to flourish, certain regions of the UK have continued to underperform due to weaknesses in the local economy. Yet it appears that the final quarter of 2013... Read More
When comparing the economy of today with the situation only one year ago, one may be forgiven for assuming that the fast pace of recovery has ensured financial security for businesses in record time. However, as the economy is still geared towards austerity... Read More
Over the past nine months, the commercial property market has seen a marked rise in demand. UK property is very attractive to investors right now, with annualised returns of about 8.7 per cent forecast over the next three years. As the economy improves... Read More
The UK’s economic resurgence has led to hugely improved business forecasts, with exports and growth booming at present. Consequently, staff feel more secure in their positions and bosses better able to capitalise on opportunities that would have been met... Read More
Economic recovery in the UK has led to widespread job creation, with employers nationwide keen to increase staff numbers in order to capitalise on a boom in orders from both at home and overseas. Yet while many believe the majority of these job opportunities... Read More
This time last year, many of the surveys and studies coming from the retail industry showed that small retailers were struggling to keep their heads above water. High business rates, increasing utility bills and low consumer confidence all contributed to the... 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.
