AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoRetail & Consumer Demand: UK retail sales volumes fell 0.5% in July after June’s World Cup and hot-weather boost, with non-food promotions easing while alcohol and drinks held up. Manufacturing Pulse: CBI data shows UK factory order books improving sharply in August, with export demand returning to “normal” for the first time since 2022, though output is still expected to decline. Business Distress: Begbies Traynor reports the number of firms in critical distress rose 9% year-on-year, with Northern Ireland bucking the trend by cutting critical and significant distress. Public Finances: The UK posted an unexpected £1.8bn deficit in July, adding pressure on chancellor John Healey ahead of his first budget. Energy Policy: Government says there’s “no particular deadline” on Rosebank and Jackdaw decisions, but it will move as quickly as possible after consultations. Local Economy & Transport: Sutton Coldfield station car park charge hikes were reversed after backlash, while West Midlands bus pass changes for disabled riders are due next April. Investment & Deals: Austria’s ENPULSION agreed to buy UK propulsion firm Lift Me Off, subject to national security approval. International Trade: India is set to launch a “green channel” to speed EU and UK investment approvals.
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