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CPI fell to its lowest level since last March, retail sales rose by 1.8% in January, US threatens global tariffs of 15%
February optimum month for house sales, Warm Homes Plan launched, and ministers discuss housing progress
High demand for office space in England, London offices update, the (in)efficiency of commercial buildings, Scottish market check
UK GDP grew 0.1% in Q4 2025, UK leads G7 inflation and UK unemployment rate nears five-year high
Bank Rate has been retained at 3.75%, average houses prices surpass £300,000 and the UK services sector strengthens.
This week’s News in Review looks at Keir Starmer’s successful visit to China, the government U-turn on business rates for pubs and music venues and a new consultation into a new Lifetime ISA.
In our Economic Review of January – UK growth surprises, inflation pressures ease, markets advance and consumers show resilience
This week’s edition covers the World Economic Forum in Davos, the latest UK inflation data and historic highs for the gold price.
What’s the outlook for housing in 2026: prices predicted to rise, FTBs gain choice, regional growth varies.
Commercial property 2026: offices lead, AI drives data centres, retail rebounds, hotels set for stronger year.