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Changes to how people live and work have depressed demand in areas such as fitness clubs, pachinko parlours and after-office restaurants
Despite a lacklustre post-pandemic rebound the country may still claw its way to this year’s GDP target
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Office for National Statistics to push back release of monthly employment figures by one week
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Regulators’ plan to boost domestic markets comes as inflation and trade data show recovery still fragile
Clampdown comes at critical time for container companies whose earnings have fallen since the end of lockdown
Convergence between rich and poor countries is stalling and more challenges lie ahead
Policymakers urged to keep up support as tourists shun spending spree in favour of experiences
Large companies hold off committing to real estate deals as working patterns remain in flux
Companies are fleeing Florida as covering property becomes more expensive
Pandemic prompts moves to greener, better equipped and more central workplaces
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The shift from an era of cheap money will have significant economic implications
UK pub chain’s founder warns on ‘tsunami of costs’
America’s surge in new businesses is so far enduring, but the UK has returned to its pre-pandemic trend
Beijing is confronting slowing growth, falling prices and rising youth unemployment. From Tokyo, this all looks familiar
IFS research shows price of full expensing of plant and machinery investment less than OBR forecast suggests
Rabat is targeting 17.5mn visitors by 2026, with upgraded facilities and more ‘experience’ packages
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The trend is not always your friend
The wider impact of the slowdown on employment is mitigated by an already depleted workforce
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Revised data from ONS shows Britain is not worst G7 performer
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