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.
Although the recession is now over and the country can begin to rebuild businesses and initiatives lost during the four tough years, many experts were concerned that the levels of growth posted earlier in the year did not indicate a sustainable upward... Read More
Gift cards and vouchers have always proven to be popular Christmas gifts, and this trend has surged in recent years as consumers increasingly wish to save up for expensive electronic items such as tablet computers and smartphones. However, according to the UK... Read More
Although inflation and the employment rate are both beginning to take tentative steps towards improving household budgets, fluctuations in the market for essential items continue to put a strain on the purses of workers. This became hugely apparent this week,... Read More
A report prepared for the Mayor says that unemployment will increase by up to 14,000 around Heathrow if the airport closes. If the airport was closed down in 2029 and the site was bulldozed for a major residential development, the number of jobless in the... Read More
Upbeat growth forecasts for the second half of the year have been dealt a blow after official figures showed industrial output fell unexpectedly in August. The country's industrial output dropped by 1.1 per cent on July, which is the largest drop since... Read More
One of the greatest challenges facing small businesses in today’s economy is a high operating cost. Business rates, utilities and national insurance bills all add up to a high price over the course of a year – a price which, at a time of uncertain... Read More
For workers in rural areas, commuting into work can be tricky – due to a lack of public transport options, many have no choice but to drive to their workplace, making fuel costs something of a strain on the household budget. Furthermore, this problem can be... Read More
Retailers around the country have witnessed an increase in consumer demand in recent months, in part driven by improvements in the economy having a positive impact upon consumer confidence. This has led to rising sales and widening profit margins, giving... Read More
According to government statistics, the issue of widespread unemployment has fallen dramatically since the official end of the recession, with employers now taking on enough staff to see the unemployment rate drop consistently on a quarterly basis. However,... Read More
While zero hours contracts and underemployment remain controversial issues facing the jobs market, the months following the end of the recession have seen huge improvements occur within unemployment figures. Businesses have once more begun to focus on growth... 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.
