Commercial Property Market Review – August 2025
London’s data centre demand is set to hit record highs in 2025, driven by hyperscalers and AI providers Retail property investment rebounded strongly in Q2, with high-street demand at its highest since 2021 UK commercial property remains mixed, with stronger growth in Central London offices and industrial rental markets Take-up of data centres in London […]
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GDP grew 0.3% in Q2, exceeding forecasts, but underlying conditions show fragility and weak confidence Ukraine peace talks progressed with US-led NATO-style security guarantees, though no ceasefire agreement has yet been reached UK data centres are set to rise nearly 20%, driven by AI demand, raising environmental and cost concerns “The strong growth seen earlier […]
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Bank of England cuts Bank rate to 4%, aiming for 2% inflation target medium-term NIESR warns Labour may need tax rises to meet fiscal rules and address growing budget deficit Trump’s new tariffs impact over 90 countries, with negotiated lower rates offering partial stability post-deadline “We will do what it takes to return inflation to […]
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The IMF has revised its global economic growth forecast upwards for 2025 and 2026, despite ongoing trade tensions A recent Supreme Court ruling has limited compensation claims for car finance customers, but a redress scheme is under consideration The Inheritance Tax take has risen due to higher asset values and frozen tax thresholds “The world […]
Economic Review – July 2025
UK economic output shrank for the second month in May, driven by weakness in manufacturing and construction Inflation rose unexpectedly to 3.6% in June, complicating the Bank of England’s rate-cut considerations Labour market shows signs of cooling, with falling vacancies and slowing wage growth amid economic uncertainty UK economy still struggling to expand Figures published […]
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UK–India trade deal slashes tariffs and is set to boost the UK economy by £4.8bn annually Vehicle production hits lowest H1 level since 1953, despite a slight rise in electric car output Public borrowing rose to £20.7bn in June, putting pressure on potential tax increases After more than three years of negotiations, Britain has sealed […]
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UK inflation unexpectedly rose to 3.6% in June, reducing hopes of imminent interest rate cuts Retail sales showed strong annual growth of 3.1%, led by food sales and resilient online spending Unemployment hit 4.7% and vacancies continued to fall, signalling persistent labour market softness and caution “This surprise uptick in CPI to 3.6% is a […]
Commercial Property Market Review – July 2025
City of London investment volumes are rising, with May hitting the highest deal count so far in 2025 Owner-occupier demand is increasing as mortgage costs undercut commercial rents by up to 37% Scottish commercial investment fell 20% in H1 2025, though hotels led performance and private buyers remained active City investment market outlook The City […]
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According to the Bank of England, global financial uncertainty is increasing, but the UK banking system is strong and well-capitalised The UK economy unexpectedly contracted in May, raising concerns about momentum following strong Q1 growth In her Mansion House speech, the Chancellor confirmed no immediate changes to Individual Savings Account (ISA) allowances or structure “Our […]
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Key monetary policymakers have attended the European Central Bank’s (ECB) Annual Forum to discuss strategies to navigate the “uncertain” world ahead Jerome Powell reiterated the Fed plans to “wait and learn more” about the impact of Trump’s tariffs on inflation before lowering interest rates The services sector recorded its fastest pace of growth since August […]