National
UK Business Confidence Monitor: National
About BCM and methodology
Based on a robust methodology and wide coverage, running since 2004, the BCM includes a vast range of indicators and provides an authoritative and authentic voice on the economy and business issues.
Press Release
Our latest BCM press release including quotes from ICAEW’s CEO and Director of Economies.
Nations and regions
Wales
Q1: Welsh Business Confidence Index enters positive territory, but only marginally.
East Midlands
Q1: Business confidence positive for first time in a year but still weak.
South West
Q1: Business confidence is back on a positive footing, but only marginally.
South East
Q1: Business Confidence Index picks up in the South East, but remains low.
Sectors
Construction
Q1: The Business Confidence Index remains the weakest across all sectors.
Manufacturing & Engineering
Q1: Business confidence improves as input cost pressures set to ease.
Retail & Wholesale
Q1: Business confidence turns positive, but only marginally due to range of challenges.