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.
The contrasting fortunes of two of the most familiar names on the high street suggests that concentrating on a core customer base may be the safest strategy for retail commercial properties in the current economic climate.... Read More
Owners and occupiers of commercial properties in England and Wales will have to wait for the help towards business rates promised by the chancellor the Telegraph reports.... Read More
With so many ups and downs during 2011 in the commercial property market, it does raise the question as to what we can expect in 2012.... Read More
New Years Eve is once more upon us, and many of you will be planning on going out for drinks with friends or to a party, and maybe some of you will be hosting parties yourselves.... Read More
James Daunt, the man brought in to transform the fortunes of commercial property bookshop Waterstone’s, has launched an astonishing attack on Amazon. Speaking to the Independent Mr Daunt, a 48 year old Cambridge graduate, described the online retailer as a... Read More
Commercial property landlords are among a group of unsecured creditors who are set to receive nothing at all following the collapse of home improvement retailer Focus DIY the Guardian reports.... Read More
Failing trading conditions have hit all kinds of retailers this year, from electrical chains to clothes shops. Many consumers have cut their discretionary spending as the cost of food, energy and other essentials have risen.... Read More
Christmas Markets all over the country are lighting up the festive period with local commercial properties, offices and small businesses basking in the glow.... Read More
Lambert Smith Hampton (LSH) National Office Market Report predicts that it will be 2013 before rents for commercial office space will show any growth. At that point pressure on supply chain could prompt rental growth. Until then, rental growth will be limited... Read More
Total sales at upmarket commercial property grocer Waitrose were up 6.2 per cent to £120.36m on last year for the week to December 10th 2011, as consumers stocked up on festive treats.... 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.
