UK Companies Issue Record Profit Warnings Amid Policy Uncertainty and Consumer Weakness
Nearly half of UK-listed companies issuing profit warnings blamed policy changes and geopolitical uncertainty, the highest proportion in over 25 years. Consumer confidence has slumped to concerning levels as businesses face mounting pressure from trade tariffs, rising costs, and weakened demand.
Record Policy Concerns Drive Profit Warnings
UK-listed companies are issuing profit warnings at an increasing rate, with a record proportion blaming policy changes and geopolitical uncertainty for their financial challenges, according to reports. Analysis from EY-Parthenon indicates that 47% of the 64 companies that issued warnings in the third quarter cited these factors as primary contributors, marking the highest level since records began more than 25 years ago.