Business Confidence Boosted by Autumn Budget, Investment Plans Resume

Wednesday, Dec 3, 2025 6:17 am ET1min read

Following the Autumn Budget, Barclays' research found that 42% of businesses agree that the Budget has given them a clear direction for future plans. 38% of business leaders now plan to increase investment, prioritizing areas such as cybersecurity and data protection, AI, and digital infrastructure. The Budget has made 37% of businesses more confident in their prospects over the next three years, with 40% more likely to borrow to invest for growth.

Business Confidence Boosted by Autumn Budget, Investment Plans Resume

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