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Financial Services sector navigates a challenging year-end - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Financial services business volumes and profitability fell sharply in Q4 2025, weakening sentiment, with modest volumes and profitability recovery expected in Q1 2026.

fromBusiness Matters

1 week ago

IoD: business confidence ticks up in December, but hiring and investment remain under pressure

The IoD's Directors' Economic Confidence Index, which tracks business leader optimism about the wider UK economy, rose to -66 in December, up from -73 in November, which had been measured immediately before the Budget.

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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

1 month ago

Sentiment amongst retailers falls at it's sharpest in 17-years - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Retailer sentiment plunged to a 17-year low as sales volumes fell sharply and firms plan reduced investment and hiring amid weak demand.

fromBusiness Matters

6 months ago

Confidence in short supply among bosses as tax hikes shake business outlook

"The Directors' Economic Confidence Index, a key barometer of UK business sentiment, dropped to -53 in June 2025, down from -35 in May, marking a significant deterioration in optimism among company directors."