This indicator measures the annual change in the total amount businesses invest in capital assets in the UK.
Releases at
08:00
Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 08:00
Business investment reflects companies' confidence in the economy and their plans for future growth, influencing economic expansion.
Central banks and investors watch this data to gauge economic momentum and potential impacts on productivity and employment.
Stronger investment growth can signal a healthy economy, potentially leading to higher interest rates, while weaker investment may indicate caution or economic slowdown.
Positive for the currency and equity markets as it suggests economic strength and potential for higher interest rates.
Negative for the currency and equity markets as it may indicate economic weakness and slower growth.
Markets likely to remain stable as the data confirms current economic outlooks.