Latest Business Surveys
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NewsCIA Business Survey: UK chemical sector faces further factory closures
Figures released by the Chemical Industries Association (CIA) show a sector under mounting strain, with the latest business survey pointing to continued weak demand, falling employment and the growing likelihood of further site closures. The findings underline the deep challenges facing the UK’s chemical industry as it enters ...
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NewsChemical industry warns current cost of energy is barring the way to Net Zero
Latest CIA Business Survey reports energy costs reaching 400% higher than in the United States and 150% above the European Union — leaving UK businesses paying 200% more than they did prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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NewsCIA Business Survey: Top manufacturing exporter has turned the corner
Figures released by the CIA indicate sustained growth for Q2 2024, building on the positive performance seen in the first three months of the year. This marks a significant recovery following 18 months of severe decline.
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NewsBritain’s chemical industry continues to fight economic challenges
Chemical companies across the UK are continuing to face difficult trading conditions. In the latest survey of member companies of the Chemical Industries Association, over 50 different businesses reported a sixth consecutive quarter of contraction.
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NewsFourth Quarter: CIA Economic Report 2024
The CIA released the latest economic report looking at the topics discussed by members in addition to the economic performance of the prior quarter and forecasts for the future.
