Economic Review – December 2025

In our Economic Review of December – the Bank of England (BoE) warn further reductions were likely to become a ‘closer call,’ analysts suggest uncertainty ahead of the Budget affected growth, negatively impacting both consumer and business spending levels and retail conditions remain challenging.
News in Review

UK inflation hit 3.5% in April, driven by energy and services. The ISA limit remains at £20,000, but reforms are expected. A U-turn on winter fuel payments means more pensioners may receive support, with full details due this autumn.