Economic News
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Inflation unexpectedly falls to 3.2%
Wednesday 17 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - Inflation fell by more than expected in November, official data showed on Wednesday, to the lowest level for eight months. Read More
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Eurozone inflation holds steady at 2.1%
Wednesday 17 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - Eurozone inflation was unchanged in November, official data showed on Wednesday, narrowly beating forecasts for a modestly higher print. Read More
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UK manufacturing downturn eases in December - CBI
Wednesday 17 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - The downturn in the manufacturing sector eased in December, according to the latest Industrial Trends survey released on Wednesday by the Confederation of British Industry. Read More
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German business sentiment deteriorates in December - Ifo
Wednesday 17 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - German business sentiment unexpectedly deteriorated in December, according to a survey released on Wednesday by the Ifo Institute. Read More
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UK private sector activity sparks in December - PMI
Tuesday 16 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - The UK economy regained momentum in December, a closely-watched survey showed on Tuesday, boosted by a rebound in manufacturing. Read More
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Eurozone business activity growth slows in December
Tuesday 16 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - Growth in eurozone business activity eased more than expected in December, to a three-month low, according to a survey released on Tuesday. Read More
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UK unemployment rate ticks higher
Tuesday 16 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - The UK unemployment rate ticked higher in October, official data showed on Tuesday, in line with expectations, while wage growth slowed. Read More
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Eurozone industrial production continues rebound in October
Monday 15 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - Eurozone industrial production recorded its strongest monthly increase in five months in October, according to fresh data released on Monday, adding to signs that the region's batte... Read More
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FCA outlines reforms to widen mortgage access for first‑time buyers, older borrowers
Monday 15 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - The Financial Conduct Authority said on Monday that it was preparing reforms to make mortgage finance more accessible for first‑time buyers, self‑employed workers and ol... Read More
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UK consumer sentiment weakens post Budget
Monday 15 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - Consumer sentiment has softened in the wake of this year's Budget, a long-running survey showed on Monday. Read More
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UK house prices set to grow 2-4% in 2026, says Nationwide
Monday 15 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - UK house prices are expected to grow by 2 - 4% next year as affordability for buyers improves, building society Nationwide said on Monday. Read More
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AA and RAC owners map exit route - report
Monday 15 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - The owners of AA and RAC are exploring options for exiting the UK's biggest roadside recovery businesses, it was reported on Monday, including a potential £5bn stock marketing listi... Read More
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Switzerland raises growth outlook after US tariff deal
Monday 15 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - Switzerland slightly raised its economic growth outlook for 2026 on Monday, after reaching a preliminary agreement with the United States to reduce import tariffs on Swiss goods, wh... Read More
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Government moves to fully regulate cryptocurrencies
Monday 15 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - The UK government is preparing to bring cryptocurrencies fully within its financial regulatory framework, it emerged on Monday, with new legislation due to take effect from October ... Read More
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Chinese economic growth falters in November
Monday 15 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - China's economic momentum weakened in November, official data showed on Monday, as retail sales faltered and factory output slowed. Read More
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Public inflation expectations ease slightly, Bank of England survey shows
Friday 12 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - Public expectations about inflation in the UK eased slightly in November, according to a quarterly survey from the Bank of England, with near, medium and long-term predictions all f... Read More
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UK economy shrinks 0.1% in October
Friday 12 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - The UK economy unexpectedly contracted in October amid uncertainty ahead of the Budget, according to figures released on Friday by the Office for National Statistics. Read More
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CBI raises UK GDP estimates but warns of sluggish demand
Friday 12 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has raised its UK economic growth forecasts for 2025 and 2026 as a result of government spending upgrades following the Autumn Budget, bu... Read More
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Government awards £1.5m grant for Grangemouth biotech project
Thursday 11 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - The UK government has provided a £1.5m grant to a British biotech to develop a new site in Grangemouth, it was confirmed on Thursday. Read More
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UK government inks wide-ranging AI deal with Google DeepMind
Thursday 11 Dec 2025
(Sharecast News) - The UK government has announced a wide-ranging partnership with Alphabet subsidiary Google DeepMind aimed at accelerating scientific discovery, modernising public services and suppo... Read More
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