UK services sector marks two years of job losses

UK · 2026-10-05

1. Step 1 · The triggerUK services PMI drops to 52.1, signalling slowing growth and continued job losses
2. Step 2 · Knock-onunemployment rises to 4.9%, reducing household income and discretionary spending
3. Step 3 · Knock-onSMEs face weaker demand and higher wage costs, squeezing margins
4. Step 4 · Reaches youhigh borrowing costs and potential tax hikes further strain SME cash flow and investment

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Source: City A.M.

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