The economy
We formulate economic policy on structural issues and ad hoc topics determined by current events, helping businesses plan for the future and influencing the government's economic decision-making
The case for action to help businesses grow and lobbying for appropriate policy responses in the UK and Europe need to be based on solid evidence and well-considered analysis. With an authoritative evaluation of developments across the domestic and global economies and an approach to policymaking that is grounded in real issues facing business, we offer unrivalled expertise.
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From growth policy to budget submission, the key areas for the economy
Business surveys
CBI surveys provide important insights into the health of the UK economy
Economic and business outlook
An invaluable round-up of key UK, US and European economic issues
Economic forecast
Latest data on the UK economy
Meet the team
The experts working on economic policy at the CBI
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Latest News
Look at the size of the job, not of the bonus
If business is to thrive in the UK, politicians and the public must respect what it does, writes CBI president Sir Roger Carr
Distributive Trades Survey January 2012
High-street sales fall in January as shoppers rein in spending across the board
No quick fixes for UK economy, says Sir Roger Carr in Davos
Bringing the country back to financial health is 'a long-term project', CBI president tells CNBC at World Economic Forum
