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Tackle audit reform and boost growth, says ICAEW CEO
  • Article
  • 16 Jan 2025
  • ICAEW Insights
Seven years on from the collapse of Carillion, Alan Vallance is urging the government to ‘close the chapter’ on audit and corporate governance reforms and finalise legislation this year to support the sector and deliver economic growth.
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Budget drives dramatic drop in business confidence
  • Article
  • 15 Jan 2025
  • ICAEW Insights
Confidence across all UK business sectors has plunged, according to ICAEW analysis, as concerns over last year’s Budget tax measures weigh heavily on the economy.
About BCM and methodology
  • Article
  • 15 Jan 2025
  • ICAEW
One of the largest and most comprehensive quarterly surveys, running for 20 years, the BCM includes a vast range of indicators and provides an authoritative and authentic voice on the economy and business issues.
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UK government launches plan to ramp up AI growth
  • Article
  • 14 Jan 2025
  • ICAEW Insights
With its AI Opportunities Action Plan, the government intends to boost economic growth with enhanced AI adoption.
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FRC outlines priorities for economic growth in 2025
  • Article
  • 14 Jan 2025
  • ICAEW Insights
The Financial Reporting Council has sent a letter to Secretary of State for Business and Trade Jonathan Reynolds on what it has been doing to fulfil its remit during 2024 and its plans for 2025.
ICAEW and CICPA renew ties at Beijing event
  • Article
  • 13 Jan 2025
  • ICAEW Insights
ICAEW and the Chinese Institute of Certified Public Accountants have pledged to explore further exam exemptions as part of the UK Chancellor's efforts to reset economic relations with China.
Laura Beales ACA, co-founder and CEO of Tally Workspace
The SME view: ‘VAT is complicated, even for accountants’
  • Article
  • 09 Jan 2025
  • ICAEW Insights
The co-founder of a fast-growing business – and ICAEW member – outlines why VAT could be made much easier for the nation’s entrepreneurs.
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The SME view: ‘VAT needs to be an asset to the UK economy’
  • Article
  • 08 Jan 2025
  • ICAEW Insights
The founder of a tech company and ICAEW member explains how VAT reform could make a difference for growing businesses in this country.
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2025: a pivotal year for growth, skills and trust
  • Article
  • 06 Jan 2025
  • ICAEW Insights
The world leaves 2024 in a very different political and economical state than it started in. Accountants have a critical role to play in navigating this landscape, but they must embrace change, says ICAEW CEO Alan Vallance.
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Economic update: five key trends for 2025
  • Article
  • 02 Jan 2025
  • ICAEW Insights
Following a disappointing end to 2024, UK’s economic prospects could become brighter this year, despite notable domestic and global challenges. ICAEW’s Economies Director Suren Thiru discusses the implications.
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Public finances stabilise as economic indicators flash amber
  • Article
  • 23 Dec 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
The lowest November monthly deficit in three years suggests public finances are stabilising, even as concerns increase around the economic and fiscal outlook for 2025.
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Member insights: December 2024
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  • 18 Dec 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
As members continue to digest announcements made in the Autumn Budget, it’s the rise in Employers’ National Insurance that dominates the agenda. But despite challenges, businesses remain cautiously upbeat for 2025.
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ICAEW fears offshoring risk if apprenticeship funding axed
  • Article
  • 18 Dec 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
The Institute warns that new highly-skilled UK jobs are at risk of being outsourced overseas if government reforms to Level 7 apprenticeship funding go ahead.
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Economic insight paints mixed picture of South-East Asia
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  • 13 Dec 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
From China’s slowing growth to Malaysia and Singapore’s electronics-driven resilience – a new ICAEW report analyses how South-East Asia’s economies are shaping up for 2025.
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Economic update: UK growth hit by global and domestic pressures
  • Article
  • 03 Dec 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
Economic conditions in the UK are becoming more problematic, despite another cut in interest rates. ICAEW’s Economies Director Suren Thiru discusses the implications.
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Boost investment with stable industrial strategy, ICAEW urges
  • Article
  • 29 Nov 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
ICAEW’s response to the consultation on the government’s modern industrial strategy includes calls for long-term policies to boost growth, a focus on skills and a security strategy to inject resilience into the economy.
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Influencing policy to support you: November 2024
  • Article
  • 28 Nov 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
Following on from the Budget, ICAEW has been considering the government’s proposed industrial strategy, plans on audit reform and proposed changes to apprenticeships.
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Lessons on VAT from New Zealand and Australia
  • Article
  • 27 Nov 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
For UK tax policy stakeholders, fascinating case studies of how other countries are approaching VAT can be found on the other side of the world.
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Accountants must rally together to combat corruption
  • Article
  • 25 Nov 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
ICAEW is contributing to the battle against procurement fraud and is sharing best practices to combat corruption, which costs the global economy £2trn annually. Discover how you can make a difference.
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Economy explainers: what are interest rates?
  • Article
  • 22 Nov 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.
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Chart of the week: Inflation jump
  • Article
  • 22 Nov 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
Our chart this week looks at how the jump in annual inflation from 1.7% in September to 2.3% in October was driven by higher energy bills.
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Public finances fall short as Chancellor defends tax rises
  • Article
  • 21 Nov 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
The first monthly public sector finance release following the Autumn Budget confirms how much reliance the Chancellor is placing on tax rises to stabilise the public finances.
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The case for action on late payments
  • Article
  • 18 Nov 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
A small practice round table at Chartered Accountants’ Hall, attended by Small Business Commissioner Liz Barclay, outlined the impacts of late payments on economic growth.
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How will Trump’s tariffs affect global trade?
  • Article
  • 15 Nov 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
President-elect Trump says he will bring in tariffs when he takes office next January, so what will this mean for US consumers and exporters to the US?
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Trade: helping clients navigate export complexity
  • Article
  • 15 Nov 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
Almost five years since Brexit and the complexities of EU trading are showing no sign of abating. With more regulation on the horizon, advisers may need to help clients with supply chain reviews to help them navigate complexities.
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How to futureproof your business for international trade
  • Article
  • 14 Nov 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
What are the critical considerations for building a firm base for future overseas trade? Charles Platts, Chair of ICAEW’s Global Trade Community, outlines the basics.
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‘Cultural shift’ needed across government, NAO warns
  • Article
  • 12 Nov 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
Focus must be placed on securing long-term value for money if the government is to use the planning and spending framework to improve productivity and efficiency, public spending watchdog says.
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Ecommerce lessons from Boden’s export success
  • Article
  • 12 Nov 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
For fashion retailer Boden, direct to customer routes established the brand and brought a large, loyal international following in markets such as the US and Germany.
ICAEW hosts economic growth talks with Labour
  • Article
  • 11 Nov 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
The Professional and Business Services Council held its first meeting with the new Labour government to establish key priorities for economic growth. Here’s what was on the agenda.
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How to boost your business in global markets
  • Article
  • 11 Nov 2024
  • ICAEW Insights
International Trade Week offers an array of free events, workshops and webinars. Whether you’re new to exporting or looking to expand your existing international sales, there’s a wealth of advice to help you.
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