China's manufacturing sector returned to growth in December 2025, with the PMI reaching 50.1. The rebound is driven by holiday orders and a trade truce, but economists warn of persistent headwinds. Read the full analysis.
UK private sector activity quickened in December as firms reported a surge in new work post-Budget. Yet, job-cutting persists for a 15th month. Read the full analysis.
New US tariffs have pushed artificial Christmas tree prices up 10-15%, revealing the nation's deep dependence on overseas manufacturing. Discover the challenges of reshoring.
The FTSE 100 gained 0.2% on Thursday, with investor optimism for a US interest rate cut outweighing news of the UK construction sector's sharpest contraction in over five years. Discover the market movers and key data.
The UK construction sector contracted at its quickest pace since May 2020 in November, with the PMI hitting 39.4. Read the full analysis of the downturn.
UK services sector expansion weakened in November with PMI at 51.3. Business activity softened as consumer demand waned and price inflation dropped to its lowest since January 2021. Read the full analysis.
China's manufacturing sector shrank for an eighth consecutive month in November, with the PMI at 49.2. Explore the economic challenges despite the US-China trade truce.
Tesla orders suppliers to eliminate Chinese components from American-made vehicles within two years as trade tensions reshape global supply chains. Discover the impact.
Chinese EV manufacturers are aggressively targeting European markets, with Britain serving as a strategic entry point amid growing trade tensions and competitive pressures on domestic automakers.
London's private sector surges with strongest growth in over a year, outpacing national average as business confidence soars across the capital.
Britain's dominant services industry shows strongest growth in nine months amid rising business optimism and easing cost pressures, new PMI data reveals.
PepsiCo divests controlling stake in Pizza Hut China operations to private equity firm Hillhouse Capital, marking significant restructuring of fast-food investments in Chinese market.
The Netherlands' refusal to licence Nexperia's German chip plant threatens car production lines worldwide, escalating the technological cold war between Europe and China.
Britain's automotive sector shows strongest growth since May 2024 as Jaguar Land Rover expansion and improved supply chains drive manufacturing revival. Exclusive analysis of the latest PMI data reveals surprising economic resilience.
Britain's private sector hits weakest growth since November as manufacturing contraction and service sector slowdown signal economic headwinds ahead.
European chipmaker Nexperia suspends semiconductor deliveries to Chinese customers, triggering potential car manufacturing shutdowns and supply chain chaos across the UK automotive sector.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is under fire after being spotted with Union Jack merchandise manufactured in China, sparking accusations of hypocrisy from political rivals.
China's strategic control over essential semiconductors threatens to paralyse European automotive production, forcing emergency measures and supply chain overhaul.
The iconic children's clothing manufacturer Carter's faces devastating layoffs and store closures as Trump-era China tariffs continue to cripple American businesses years after implementation.
Former President Donald Trump embarks on his most perilous foreign mission yet, heading to China as trade tensions reach boiling point. Exclusive analysis of the risks and potential rewards.
Britain's private sector faces worst performance in nearly a year as manufacturing and services decline simultaneously. Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts mounting economic challenges ahead of crucial budget announcement.
Britain's private sector experiences strongest growth since May 2022 as service sector boom and manufacturing recovery drive economic expansion, despite ongoing inflation concerns.
Britain's manufacturing sector experiences strongest growth since May 2022, driven by Jaguar Land Rover's production boost and rising business optimism despite ongoing cost pressures.
A leading rare earth materials company has abruptly cancelled plans to build a major processing plant in the UK, dealing a significant setback to Britain's critical minerals strategy and green technology ambitions.
Exclusive investigation reveals Chinese authorities' intensified crackdown on underground Christian churches, with prominent pastor Jin Mingri facing serious charges amid growing religious persecution concerns.
Unite union leader Alan Jones issues stark warning as Britain's manufacturing sector faces catastrophic decline, calling for immediate intervention to save vital industries and skilled jobs.
Tensions escalate dramatically as Manila reports intentional ramming of government boat by Chinese ship in contested waters, marking dangerous new phase in maritime standoff.
The UK government is recalibrating its approach to Beijing following the dramatic collapse of a high-profile espionage case, signalling a potential thaw in Sino-British relations.
An English teacher and travel blogger's love affair with China has ended in dramatic fashion after being arrested on espionage charges, highlighting the perilous landscape for foreign content creators in the country.
Major production disruption hits Ford's UK operations as aluminium supplier Novelis implements dramatic price hikes, threatening vehicle output and consumer prices.