News in Review Wednesday 10th June 2026

Middle East conflict impacts global growth, comfortable retirement unattainable for many and manufacturing shows recovery.

Key takeaways:

  • In the UK, GDP growth is expected to weaken to 0.9% in 2026, down from 1.4% last year
  • A report has calculated that a comfortable lifestyle in retirement would cost £45,400 annually for one person
  • The headline UK Purchasing Managers’ Index reached 53.9 in May – the highest level in four years