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The Destination Destination Development and Visitor Economy Outlook 2026 is a forward-looking assessment of the trends, opportunities and challenges shaping the UK visitor economy. Drawing on data, insight and analysis, it explores what destinations, businesses and policymakers need to know to support sustainable growth in the year ahead.
The North of England’s most ambitious businesses are generating more revenue without increasing headcount at the same pace, according to the 2026 High Growth 50 report. The High Growth 50 is an annual ranking of the North’s fastest growing and most resilient businesses with revenues between £10m and £300m. MC2, who partnered with the London Stock Exchange and Shore Capital Markets and event sponsor, HSBC, compiled the report which was powered by Growth Flag data.
The UK Government’s flagship Pride in Place (PiP) initiative for community-empowered neighbourhood renewal represents a major shift towards devolving power and long-term investment directly to local communities.
Changing funding landscapes, continued productivity and societal challenges, and increased focus on achieving growth across local areas requires the rethinking of business support in 2026. Download our free whitepaper for context on the business support landscape in 2026 and practical tips for enhancing delivery.
Growth Outlook 26 is the UK’s most comprehensive data-led analysis of business growth potential at local authority level. Powered by Growth Flag’s forward‑looking data, it reveals the opportunities, trends and risks that will shape local economies in 2026.
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2025
This report into the region’s business ecosystem takes a layered approach to business intelligence, drawing on a wide range of intelligence to maximise the insights into local businesses and in particular the contribution of the region’s growth businesses.
The State of Growth in Perth and Kinross provides a comprehensive, evidence-based overview of the region’s business landscape, highlighting current performance, and future growth potential.
The Growth Flag Annual Report 2025 was launched in Manchester on 16th January 2025. The report provided our latest insights on growth in local economies, including through the return of the Growth Flag Power Outlook for 2025 - an innovative outlook on high growth potential with data-led strategies for local authorities across the UK.
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