Post-Budget Boost: UK PMI Hits 52.1 Amid New Work Spike
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.
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FTSE 100 climbs as investors eye US rate cut
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.
UK Construction Shrinks at Fastest Rate Since Pandemic
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 growth slows, price inflation at 5-year low
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 Factory Activity Contracts for 8th Month
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.
UK construction workers face modern slavery risk
Shocking report reveals hundreds of UK construction workers face modern slavery and labour exploitation. Learn how the industry is tackling this hidden crisis and what reforms are needed.
Nou Camp reopens amidst radical renovation work
FC Barcelona's iconic stadium welcomes fans back while construction continues on dramatic £1.3bn renovation, with temporary stands and visible cranes dominating the skyline.
London business activity hits 13-month high
London's private sector surges with strongest growth in over a year, outpacing national average as business confidence soars across the capital.
UK services sector rebounds as business confidence soars
Britain's dominant services industry shows strongest growth in nine months amid rising business optimism and easing cost pressures, new PMI data reveals.
JLR Fuels UK Manufacturing Boom - PMI Hits 18-Month High
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.
UK business activity hits 7-month low amid manufacturing slump
Britain's private sector hits weakest growth since November as manufacturing contraction and service sector slowdown signal economic headwinds ahead.
Trump's White House Ballroom Renovation Sparks Budget Concerns
Exclusive investigation uncovers budget concerns and questionable contractor history in Donald Trump's lavish White House ballroom renovation project, raising eyebrows in political and construction circles.
UK Economy Contracts at Fastest Pace in 11 Months
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.
UK economy accelerates at fastest pace in two years
Britain's private sector experiences strongest growth since May 2022 as service sector boom and manufacturing recovery drive economic expansion, despite ongoing inflation concerns.
Jaguar Land Rover drives UK manufacturing surge
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.
Construction worker dies in Manhattan high-rise fall
A construction worker has died after falling from a Manhattan high-rise development site, marking another devastating incident in New York City's construction industry as safety concerns escalate.
UK construction costs surge 40%, threatening projects
New data reveals UK construction costs have surged by up to 40%, forcing developers to delay or redesign major projects as budgets spiral out of control.
Storm Amy shuts Everton's new stadium construction
Everton's £760m Bramley-Moore Dock stadium construction faces major disruption as Storm Amy's 70mph winds halt work and damage temporary structures, raising concerns about project timeline.
UK Service Sector Growth Hits 7-Month Low
Britain's service sector growth hits weakest pace since January amid falling new orders and rising costs, sparking recession concerns.
Asahi Halts UK Construction Amid Economic Pressures
Japan's brewing giant Asahi halts UK building projects amid economic turbulence, sparking concerns about beer shortages and price increases for British consumers.
Snowy Hydro 2.0: $12bn budget now 'unachievable'
Australia's flagship renewable energy project faces another staggering cost blowout, with officials admitting the original $12 billion price tag is no longer attainable amid construction delays and technical challenges.
Murray Compares Trump Rhetoric to Nazi Germany
Senior Democratic Senator Patty Murray has drawn stark parallels between Donald Trump's language and Nazi-era propaganda during a passionate Senate floor address about Seattle construction projects.
Barcelona's Nou Camp Champions League return delayed
FC Barcelona's highly anticipated return to the Nou Camp for Champions League football faces unexpected delays as stadium renovation works fall behind schedule, forcing European nights to Montjuïc.
HS2's hidden toll on Chilterns residents revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals how HS2 earthworks are devastating the lives of Chilterns residents with 24/7 noise, property damage and environmental destruction.
Live WWII grenade halts Washington construction
A potentially deadly Second World War-era hand grenade was unearthed at a Washington construction site, prompting bomb squad evacuation and controlled detonation.
Jaguar Land Rover production cuts hit UK manufacturing
Britain's automotive giant Jaguar Land Rover has dramatically cut production, contributing to the UK's manufacturing sector contraction and raising concerns about economic growth ahead of the Autumn Budget.
Builder dies after falling through children's centre skylight
A 38-year-old construction worker died after falling through a fragile skylight while carrying out repairs at a children's centre in Buckinghamshire, an inquest has heard.
World's tallest bridge opens in China, dwarfs Eiffel Tower
China unveils its latest engineering marvel: a suspension bridge towering 1,826 feet above a valley, connecting remote mountain regions and setting new global records for altitude and ambition.
Scottish Government escalates school defects battle to Supreme Court
The Scottish Government escalates its legal fight against construction giants over defective schools, seeking Supreme Court intervention in a £3 billion dispute affecting multiple Scottish councils.
UK economy grows 0.2% in January, beating expectations
Britain's economy delivered an unexpected boost in January with GDP growing 0.2%, driven by strong retail and construction performance, though challenges remain ahead.
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