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SMES: mind the productivity gap
- Article
- 27 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
The UK small business productivity gap is narrowing as the best-performing regions dip and typically poor-performing regions step up. We ask: what’s the task at hand for the next government?
More retailers issue profit warnings
- Article
- 19 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Sector stress and insolvency is rising, especially in mid-market retail. Pressure on earnings in luxury and semi-durable goods is increasing as disposable income becomes strained, but there is hope on the horizon.
Election explainers: what are interest rates?
- Article
- 18 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Economies Team
Interest rates are often discussed in the media and political debates. But how are they calculated and how do they affect people and businesses? ICAEW experts offer this simple guide on interest rates, the future outlook and the challenges in managing them.
Election explainers: what is the deficit?
- Article
- 17 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Public Sector Team
Journalists and politicians often talk about 'the deficit', but what is it? ICAEW experts describe what this public finance shortfall is and what it means for businesses and people.
Chart of the week: Labour market
- Article
- 14 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Our chart this week is on the labour market, breaking down the employment status of the 55.1 million adults aged 16 or over in the UK.
Social Mobility Day puts spotlight on Access Accountancy
- Article
- 13 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Greater support for charity will enable the profession to be fully open to people from lower socio-economic backgrounds, says ICAEW Chief Operating Officer Sharron Gunn.
Chart of the week: Banknotes
- Article
- 07 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Our chart this week celebrates the launch of King Charles III banknotes by looking at the number and value of Bank of England banknotes in circulation, highlighting the continued popularity of the £20 note.
Mark Rhys celebrates tenure as ICAEW President
- Article
- 05 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
As Mark Rhys’s tenure as President draws to a close, his year in office has been marked by significant achievements and concludes with a clear vision for the future. The profession must continue evolving to remain relevant and trusted, Rhys says.
Economic update: short-term gain masks underlying pain
- Article
- 03 Jun 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Significant challenges remain despite the UK’s exit from recession. Ahead of next month’s general election, ICAEW’s Economies Director Suren Thiru discusses the key points to watch.
Chart of the week: Schools out
- Article
- 31 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Our chart looks at the projected state school population in England over the next six years, with an anticipated 10% fall in state nursery and primary school pupils implying school closures and mergers are on the way.
Influencing policy to support you: May 2024
- Article
- 31 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
ICAEW has been meeting with MPs to discuss economic growth and the opportunities offered by technology, as well as giving evidence to parliament on audit reform and the effectiveness of sanctions on Russia.
ICAEW Member Insights: May 2024
- Article
- 29 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
A recent ICAEW economic summit provided an opportunity to delve into some of the more pressing challenges and opportunities identified by ICAEW members.
Chart of the week: Inflation (again)
- Article
- 24 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Our chart this week shows that while headline inflation slowed to 2.3% in April, a core inflation figure of 3.9% means the fight against inflation is far from over.
General election offers chance to restore UK resilience
- Article
- 24 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
ICAEW urges political parties to focus on the actions needed to renew the economy and ensure the UK is the best place to start, run and grow a business.
Growth planning: essential steps for SMEs
- Article
- 22 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Successful SME growth planning involves critical appraisal, goal setting, budgeting, adaptability, and strategic partnerships. Read on to discover how to apply these strategies.
The enduring role of the accountant
- Article
- 22 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
In his speech at the recent ICAEW Annual Dinner at Chartered Accountants' Hall, ICAEW President Mark Rhys outlined the continuing relevancy of accountancy to some of the biggest global challenges, and the need for the profession to continue to evolve.
Border uncertainty holding back business
- Article
- 20 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Repeated delays in implementing a full UK border control regime in wake of the UK’s EU exit have had serious impacts on traders, according to the National Audit Office.
Chart of the week: Canada Budget 2024
- Article
- 17 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Our chart zooms across the Atlantic this week to take a look at Canada’s federal budget for 2024/25.
Profit warnings rise as macroeconomic pressures continue
- Article
- 17 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Contract cancellations and delays, higher costs and weaker consumer confidence lead to significant increase in companies warning about lower-than-forecasted profits.
BoE’s bank rate battle plan
- Article
- 16 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
The Bank of England’s Chief Economist lays out three key metrics for assessing when to shift the bank rate as it sets its sights on an inflation rate of 2% this year.
Step up on innovation, advisers are urged
- Article
- 15 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Summit organiser says that a greater understanding of the innovation ecosystem is needed in order to help clients capitalise on economic opportunities.
New laws to bolster smart device security
- Article
- 07 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Ban on default passwords part of legislation to help protect consumers from having their internet-enabled devices interfered with by hackers or cybercriminals.
Economic update: UK outlook tough despite imminent recession exit
- Article
- 02 May 2024
- ICAEW Insights
UK poised to emerge from recession as business confidence hits two-year high. However, emerging challenges may hinder progress. ICAEW’s Economies Director Suren Thiru discusses the key points to watch.
ICAEW Member Insights: April 2024
- Article
- 30 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Optimism is rising but members yearn for certainty and stability to help them make business decisions, with labour market issues, late payment and access to finance among the key concerns.
ICAEW: business confidence triples in Q1
- Article
- 24 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
The latest Business Confidence Monitor finds UK business confidence on the rise, signalling a rebound from pandemic lows
Public finances end financial year in weak position
- Article
- 24 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Net debt represents a growing fiscal mortgage of £92,000 per UK household as a difficult financial year comes to a close.
‘Boring’ policies will address economic challenges
- Article
- 19 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
New policy solutions to problems facing the UK economy will be prosaic but important, Conservative Party Forum Chair John Penrose MP told a round table this week.
Chart of the week: IMF Fiscal Monitor
- Article
- 19 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Our chart this week finds that the UK is ranking highly in the IMF’s latest five-year forecasts for general government net debt.
Chart of the week: Public spending crunch
- Article
- 12 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Public spend as a share of the economy must fall over the next five years to make the sums add up – a big challenge for the next government.
Economic update: why the recession may soon be over
- Article
- 08 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
The UK’s recession appears to be ending with cuts to summer interest rate likely. ICAEW’s Economies Director Suren Thiru discusses the key points to watch.
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