economics

Construction activity to fall significantly in 2026
by Jennie Ward|27 July 26|Build, Supply
The CPA’s forecast for construction output has been downgraded further in its Summer forecast, published today, due to the lagged impacts of the Middle East conflict that are starting to pass through to both the demand and cost sides of the UK economy. Construction output year-to-date so far in 2026...
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TDUK Market Briefing – Q2 2026
by Jennie Ward|03 July 26|Build, Policy, Statistics, Supply
The TDUK Market Briefing is a comprehensive new resource from TDUK to help stakeholders from across the timber sector better understand the timber market and current economic conditions.
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A return to more stable trade in 2023
by Jennie Ward|29 August 23|Build, Supply
The timber industry is returning to a period of stability compared with recent years, the latest import statistics suggest. Yet wider construction industry forecasts suggest a sharp decline in output is coming. TDUK reports on what this means for the different timber sectors. It is rare for the majority of...
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