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Private sector to decline but City to buck trend

Activity in the private sector is forecast to decline over the next three months but firms across business and professional services are set to enjoy their best quarter since 2024, the UK’s leading industry group has said.  The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has found that most firms expect activity to fall in the next [...]

Mar 02, 2026 &03040202202631; 00:04 UTC www.cityam.com Trending 2/5

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Neutral impact

Sentiment score: +20/100

Moderate impact Medium-term (weeks)

WHAT THIS MEANS

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AI CONFIDENCE

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SENTIMENT GAUGE

NEWS POWER SCORE

AFFECTED ASSETS

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Euro Stoxx 50

^STOXX50EIndex

High volatility expected

UK economic mixed signals may cause volatility in European indices.

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British Pound / US Dollar

GBPUSDCurrency

Expected to decline

Declining private sector activity could weaken the British pound.

PRICE HISTORY

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⚡ SUGGESTED ACTION

Focus on UK business services stocks for potential gains, but hedge against broader UK economic weakness.

KEY SIGNALS

Private sector decline forecastBusiness services growth expected

SECTORS INVOLVED

Financial ServicesProfessional Services

Analysis generated on Mar 02, 2026 at 00:18 UTC

Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by artificial intelligence for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, investment recommendation, or solicitation. Original reporting by City AM. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Private sector to decline but City to buck trend

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