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Autumn budget 2026

On 28 October 2026, Chancellor John Healey will deliver the Autumn budget, accompanied by a forecast from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR). Read ICAEW's reaction and analysis.

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Chancellor John Healey delivering a speech in Coventry, in the UK, on 7 September 2026.
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Chancellor hints at budget measures for growth

While not revealing tax increases or spending decisions, the Chancellor has emphasised fiscal responsibility and measures to encourage investment.
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Podcast

Healey's budget options narrowing

We discuss the Chancellor of the Exchequer's recent speech, his goals for the budget and the options available to encourage growth, balance tax and spend, and calm the markets.
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Insights and analysis

Chancellor hints at budget measures for growth
  • Article
  • 07 Sep 2026
While not revealing tax increases or spending decisions, the Chancellor has emphasised fiscal responsibility and measures to encourage investment.
ICAEW responds to draft Finance Bill provisions
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  • 08 Sep 2026
ICAEW has responded to the government’s technical consultation on draft legislation for the Finance Bill (FB) 2026-27, and to its consultation on simplifying treaty relief from withholding tax on interest paid overseas, both published on 13 July 2026.
Suren Thiru on why the PM’s economic honeymoon may not last
  • Article
  • 27 Aug 2026
The UK’s economy continues to hold up but rising inflation and a weakening labour market means this resilience is unlikely to last. In his August economic update, ICAEW’s Chief Economist discusses the implications.
UK net debt in touching distance of £3.0tn
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  • 21 Aug 2026
Latest data confirms that the UK’s public finances remain weak, despite taxpayers facing the highest tax burden since the 1960s. The Chancellor faces significant challenges if he is to increase public spending, says ICAEW.
Suren Thiru on the new PM’s economic inheritance
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  • 30 Jul 2026
Economic update: While the new prime minister is inheriting an economy that has returned to growth and seen inflation easing, the outlook is looking increasingly difficult as business confidence drops to near four-year low.
New PM should prioritise addressing tax burden, say ICAEW members
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  • 22 Jul 2026
A poll of ICAEW members has revealed that Andy Burnham’s regional investment plans are seen positively by many, but that reducing taxes on business should be his top priority.

How to build a better tax system

The UK tax system is failing. ICAEW has identified five pillars critical to creating a system fit for the future and wants members views on solutions.
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Graphical illustration of the five institutional pillars ICAEW has identified as being crucial to reforming UK tax system: policymakers, administration, digital infrastructure, tax professional and judiciary.

Charts

Chart of the week: OBR long-term fiscal forecast
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  • 10 Sep 2026
Our chart this week shows how alternative scenarios go off the chart in the OBR’s latest long-term fiscal projections.
Chart of the week: long-term interest rates
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  • 03 Sep 2026
Our chart this week highlights how long-term borrowing costs have changed over the past year in Japan, Germany, France, the US and the UK.
Chart of the week: inflation
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  • 23 Jul 2026
Inflation dropped to 2.6% in June, with our chart this week illustrating how faster rises in energy prices have offset slower rises in food, alcohol and tobacco prices over the past year to keep inflation tracking core inflation downwards.

Business Confidence Monitor

ICAEW Business Confidence Monitor
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Quarterly reports on the economy which provide useful insight for finance professionals and their clients.
Labour costs, energy and late payments are holding businesses back
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ICAEW’s latest Business Confidence Monitor highlights three major stress points for UK businesses: energy costs, labour costs and persistent late payments.
Business confidence in UK regions: challenges and opportunities
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Business confidence is down across the UK and ICAEW’s latest research reveals that while many have common concerns there are slivers of optimism across certain regions. Find out how your area compares.

Autumn budget webinar

Join ICAEW's Tax Faculty on 2 November 2026 for a webinar offering commentary and insights on the Chancellor's key Autumn budget announcements relating to tax.

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Economy

Expert analysis on the latest national and international economic issues and trends, and interviews with prominent voices across the finance industry alongside data on the state of economy.

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Resources
Analysis from ICAEW's experts on the Autumn Budget 2021 and the comprehensive spending review published on 27 October 2021.
Economy explainers

ICAEW experts offer simple guides to help understand the technical, economic jargon that is discussed when talking about public finances and the economy.

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Developing policy in the public interest

See the latest work from ICAEW's Public Affairs and Policy Teams to influence policy in the public interest. Read news and insights relating to our political engagement work at a regional, national and international level.

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