Economy

Economy intelligence

The UK economy shapes every business decision - from hiring plans to capital investment. This category examines macroeconomic trends, regional growth patterns, sector performance, and policy changes that affect British companies.

Drawing on Companies House data and official statistics, we analyse how economic shifts play out across industries and regions. Whether you're tracking recession signals, wage inflation, or trade disruption, these insights help you read the wider context behind company filings and market movements.

Economy 4 April 2026

UK Pharmaceutical Sector Braces for US Tariff Impact as Trump Escalates Trade Pressure

US President Donald Trump's new 100% tariff threat on patented medicines could reshape UK-US pharmaceutical trade, though existing agreements may shield British firms from the worst impacts.

Economy 3 April 2026

Business rates revaluation takes effect as 5.6 million UK companies face new tax landscape

The Valuation Office's integration into HMRC coincides with new business rates coming into force on 1 April 2026, potentially affecting millions of UK companies already grappling with rising minimum w

Economy 1 April 2026

Transport and Hospitality Face Double Hit as Oil Reaches $120 and Minimum Wage Rises to £12.71

UK businesses face simultaneous pressures from crude oil near $120 per barrel and minimum wage rising to £12.71, with transport and hospitality sectors particularly exposed to the dual cost increase.

Economy 1 April 2026

Minimum Wage Rises to £12.71: Take-Away Shops and Beauty Services Among 847,000 UK Companies Facing Cost Squeeze

The national minimum wage increase to £12.71 per hour affects around 2.7 million workers, with analysis of Companies House data revealing 84,082 take-away food shops and 74,452 beauty treatment busine

Economy 28 March 2026

Government's £100m CO2 plant rescue highlights vulnerability of UK food sector

The UK government will invest £100m to reopen a Teesside CO2 plant amid supply chain concerns from the Iran conflict, as thousands of food and beverage manufacturers face heightened operational risks.

Economy 26 March 2026

Company Filings Show Mixed Signals as UK Businesses Navigate Early Days of Iran Conflict

While media coverage focuses on oil price spikes and economic forecasts, UK company registration data reveals a complex picture of business activity in the first week since the conflict began, with 8,

Economy 26 March 2026

Oil at $100: Transport and manufacturing sectors face insolvency pressures as energy costs surge

With oil prices breaching $100 per barrel amid Middle East conflict, UK sectors with high energy exposure face mounting financial pressure, though recent incorporation data shows continued business fo

Economy 25 March 2026

Oil Price Surge: Transport and Manufacturing Sectors Under Pressure as Fuel Costs Soar

With Brent crude hitting $103 and UK petrol prices reaching 149.44p per litre, energy-intensive sectors face mounting financial pressure as the Middle East conflict disrupts global oil supplies.

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