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Economics and public finance

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.

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

Economy explainers: what is GDP?

  • Helpsheets and support
  • 19 Nov 2025
  • ICAEW Economies Team
Journalists and politicians talk a lot about GDP. But what is it and how does it affect people and businesses? ICAEW experts offer this simple guide on GDP, why it matters and the future outlook.
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How the UK government can enable growth

Drawing on members expertise and our research into business confidence, ICAEW has offered policymakers advice on how to tackle the barriers to growth. The institute has identified three areas that must be tackled: the cost of doing business, uncertainty and the administrative burden

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