UK Business Confidence Monitor: regional

Quarterly analysis on each UK region covering growth, investment, and business confidence. The findings are based on telephone interviews with ICAEW Chartered Accountants that took place between 19 July 2021 and 15 October 2021.

East of England Business confidence remains at near-record level. East Midlands Strong sales outlook but supply-side challenges mounting. London Business confidence remains very high, although challenges persist. Northern England Business confidence remains high despite labour market challenges. North West Healthy sales and investment outlook despite labour market challenges. Scotland Business confidence improves despite new challenges. South East Business confidence high although new challenges emerging. South West Business sentiment remains well above historical norms. Wales Strong demand conditions, but widespread supply-side issues. West Midlands Healthy sales outlook but labour and transport issues widespread. Yorkshire & Humber Business confidence remains high despite growing challenges.

Economic summits – Regional event pages

Regional teams from across the UK held economic summits that analyse the latest ICAEW Business Confidence Monitor results. These summits have also provided the platform for local panel discussions to take place.

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