AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoConstruction: UK activity fell at its fastest pace since June, with housebuilding suffering its steepest monthly drop in nearly a year as borrowing costs, weak confidence and uncertainty weighed on demand. Interest Rates: The Bank of England is widely expected to raise its key rate from 3.75% to 4% today, its first increase in more than three years, as inflation rises. Retail: Next reported UK sales growth slowing to 2%, while international sales surged 32.2%, lifting its overall outlook. AI and Investment: The British Chambers of Commerce says broad AI adoption could make UK GDP more than 10% higher by 2031, though it stresses this is an ambitious scenario. Separately, Qai plans an AI data centre project at Drax in northern England, targeting operations in 2028. Automotive Trade: UK buyers could face higher prices and fewer European-made electric cars from 2027 if Britain and the EU fail to ease battery-sourcing rules that could trigger 10% tariffs.
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