The CPA’s Economic and Construction Update provides an insightful summary of the latest economic and construction trends in the UK.
The latest weekly update is enclosed, including:
- HMRC UK Residential Property Transactions (September 2026)
- Bank of England UK Mortgage Approvals (September 2026)
- Nationwide UK House Price Index (October 2026)
The CPA’s Autumn forecasts were published on 26 October and FIS members have exclusive access to this via our membership of CPA.
The update is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the UK construction industry, and the contents page allows readers to easily navigate to the sections that are most relevant to their interests.
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