Data from 6,000 branches shows patience, but not too much, pays off
Firm emphasizes speed and deal structure understanding
Rising first-time buyer demand hides stark differences by region and occupation
Some regions are seeing stronger demand than others in the rental sector
Wales and the North East lead gains as flats and terraced homes post the strongest growth
New figures show a shift in where capital is flowing across the rental sector
A fourth pledge joins the existing framework as the bank seeks to reinforce confidence
Data points to resilience through policy changes and Budget concerns
Civil engineering remains weakest overall, even as expectations for the year ahead improve
UK business groups warn uncertainty is already weighing on investment and hiring