Economy


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.


January Sales in Peril Thanks to Pre-Christmas Promotion

Posted on 30 December, 2012 by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

One would think that, by the time the Christmas rush to buy presents was over, the majority of UK consumers would actively dread the thought of visiting their nearest shopping centre or outlet village. With tight budgets and a variety of presents to either... Read More

Scottish High Street Rate Freeze Means Bleak Start to New Year

Posted on 29 December, 2012 by Jodee Redmond under Economy

Finance Secretary John Swinney has announced that Scotland will adopt the same policy as the United Kingdom and delay reviewing high street rents until at least 2017. Traders will have no choice but to pay their current business rates for the next several... Read More

Tube Strike to Cause Chaos for Shoppers on Boxing Day

Posted on 26 December, 2012 by MOVEHUT under Economy

London Underground drivers are to stage a walkout on Boxing Day, one of the busiest shopping days of the year in London, in a row over bank holiday pay. Industrial action is likely to affect Tube services across the capital, causing travel chaos for tourists... Read More

Christmas Estimated to Cost £445 per Person this Year

Posted on 25 December, 2012 by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

Christmas is always an expensive time of year, with many consumers feeling pressured to buy that perfect gift no matter the cost.... Read More

Spreading the Cost of Christmas

Posted on by Neil Bird under Economy

First of all, everyone at Movehut would like to wish our readers a very Merry Christmas. ... Read More

High Street Prices Drop in Lead Up to Christmas

Posted on 21 December, 2012 by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

With the countdown to Christmas in full swing, and only a few shopping days remaining, many consumers will have completed their shopping and now face the arduous task of wrapping oddly shaped packages and clothing. Yet for some there still remains a large... Read More

Put Affordable Office Space in London on Your Christmas List

Posted on by Jodee Redmond under Economy

Finding the right office space in London can seem like a very daunting task. The city is one of the busiest places on the planet and the ever-turning wheels of commerce mean that it can be challenging to find a suitable place to set up shop. Savvy companies... Read More

Cash Back Credit Cards are a Top Tip for Savers this Christmas

Posted on 20 December, 2012 by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

Christmas is a lovely time of year where families get together, relax and enjoy each other’s company – for many, the only time of year they get to do so.... Read More

Should You Buy Online or In Store this Christmas?

Posted on by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

With only five shopping days to go until Christmas, panicked parents and frantic friends will be wracking their brains for that ideal last-minute gift for their loved ones in time for the big day.... Read More

John Lewis Enjoys a Christmas Cracker

Posted on 19 December, 2012 by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

With Christmas drawing ever closer, stores across the UK are in a festive frenzy to achieve the highest possible sales following four years of recession. Yet there are still concerns in the retail industry that economic pressure will see this year’s sales... Read More

Learn more about our Economy category

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.