UK business confidence jumps ahead of 19 July lockdown lifting
by Graeme Wearden from on (#5M399)
Survey shows firms most optimistic since 2005, as hiring intentions reach a record high despite a surge in Covid cases
UK business confidence has jumped as firms anticipate the lifting of lockdown restrictions later this month, despite concerns over the rise in Covid-19 infections.
A survey by accountancy and business advisory firm BDO found that firms were their most optimistic since 2005 in June. Manufacturing optimism rose sharply, due to improved global economic outlook driven by the Covid-19 vaccine rollout this year.
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