Economic review

May 2026

Economic review of April

We’re pleased to attach our monthly economic review.

You can read the latest issue now, by clicking here.

In this issue:

• Bank of England holds rates as inflation complicates outlook
• UK braced for biggest growth hit of major economies
• UK retail sales rebound, but consumer confidence weakens
• UK jobs market clouded by uncertainty

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